Lot 290
  • 290

Breitling

Estimate
3,500 - 4,500 USD
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Description

  • BREITLING
  • A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND REGISTERSREF 1809 CASE 1349535 COSMONAUTE CHRONO-MATIC CIRCA 1978
  • stainless steel
  • diameter 48 mm
• cal. 11 manual winding lever movement, 17 jewels, mono metallic balance • black dial, luminescent Arabic 24 hour numerals, subsidiary dials for 30 minute and 12 hour registers, outer minute and 1/5 second divisions, outermost graduation for the slide rule and telemeter scale • stainless steel case, black rotating notched bezel for bi-directional slide rule, left adjusted crown, screw down case back • case, dial, and movement signed

Condition

CASE Please note the approximate case measurement was taken from 4 and 10. Case in overall fair condition with wear, scuffing and light scratches. Some pigment loss to the black bezel, especially the perimeter edge. Light scratches and surface wear to the case back. Inscribed logo and case numbers to the outside case back naturally rubbed but still visible. Lugs with scuffing and very small nicks under close observation. Crystal glazing with some scuffs. DIAL Dial in good condition with oxidation to the luminescent areas. Some debris and aging overall. MOVEMENT Chronograph and date function working properly. The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Please note that there is a Bretiling Guarantee of Origin and World Service booklet. The certificate tab is blank.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Breitling instructional booklet, and a plastic case with outer packaging.