The most coveted complication. The perfect distillation and artistry of time and sound

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The pinnacle of Rolex collecting, Sotheby’s is pleased to present two Paul Newman Daytonas in exceptional condition

Gentlemen, start your engines

From the depths of the Mariana Trench to the peaks of Mount Everest, Rolex has ticked faithfully on the wrists of those who have conquered the extremities of the earth as every explorer’s trusted companion.

An Adventurer’s Companion

On land, under the sea, or high in the air, wristwatches purpose-built to military specifications have shaped horological history.&nbsp; This June, Sotheby’s is pleased to present three such precision instruments, purpose-built to withstand the extremities of naval missions.

MIL-SPEC

A true rarity, Sotheby’s New York is thrilled to present an important Birdbox and other examples of mechanical marvels

Wonders of mechanical engineering and automata

Mechanical Marvels

Sotheby’s is pleased to present some of the greatest examples of independent watchmaking where boundless creativity meets haute horology.

Where boundless creativity meets haute horology

Independent Watchmaking

Unparalleled expertise and creativity.&nbsp; There is no other watchmaker that stands the test of time like Patek Philippe, where you become a steward of its artistry for the generations to come.

The watch you never truly own, a tradition you look after for the next generation

The Artistry of Patek Philippe

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Senior Vice President | Chairman Emeritus | International Watch Division

Daryn Schnipper

SVP | Global Head of Watches

Geoff Hess

Senior Vice President | Senior Specialist | Watches North &amp; Latin America

Richard Lopez

Senior Vice President | Senior Specialist | Watches & Clocks

Jonathon Burford

Senior Vice President | Global Head of Important Collections, Watches

Leigh Safar

Vice President | Director of Digital Strategy, Specialist

Vincent Brasesco

Assistant Vice President | Specialist, Head of Sale, Watches

Christina Bohn

Cataloguer, Watches & Clocks

Nina Hsu

Nashell Gonzalez

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Sotheby’s Watches invites you to Take a Minute and experience the artistry of time and sound. We are pleased to present an exceptional selection of masterpieces from Patek Philippe highlighted by an astonishing collection of minute repeaters, along with an array of curated vintage and modern timepieces from the most coveted leading watch brands in our Important Watches Auction on June 10, 2025.

Important Watches: Take a Minute