Lot 38
  • 38

A. Lange & Sohne

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 CHF
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Description

  • A FINE AND RARE OVERSIZED PLATINUM SPLIT SECONDS CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS, FLY BACK AND POWER RESERVECIRCA 2006 LANGE DOUBLE SPLIT
  • diameter 43 mm
• cal. L 001.1 manual winding damascened nickel lever movement, 40 jewels, mono-metallic balance, adjusted in 5 positions, hand-engraved balance cock • black dial, applied Roman and baton numerals, power reserve, two subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30-minute register, yellow gold split seconds hands • oversized platinum case, sapphire crystal display back • case, dial, and movement signed • with a platinum Lange buckle

Condition

Manual winding movement running and chronograph functions are operating while cataloguing. Dial in excellent condition. Case appears to be in almost unused condition. Overall the watch is in very good condition.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Catalogue Note

The Lange Double Split is the world's first flyback chronograph with a double rattrapante mechanism and 465 hand-finished parts within the 43 mm platinum case. This watch features a counter allowing users to measure and compare time intervals of up to 30 minutes, as opposed to a maximum of only 60 seconds, which distinguishes it from other split seconds chronographs.