Lot 1103
  • 1103

Audemars Piguet

Estimate
200,000 - 280,000 HKD
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Description

  • AN OVERSIZED LIMITED EDITION FORGED CARBON FIBER AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH FLYBACK, REGISTERS AND REGATTA COUNTDOWN CIRCA 2007 ROYAL OAK OFFSHORE ALINGHI TEAM NO 941/1300
  • width 44 mm
* cal. 2326/2848 automatic nickel lever movement, 50 jewels, mono-metallic balance * black dial with luminescent Arabic numerals and hands, two subsidiary dials indicating 20-minute and 6-hour registers, aperture for 10-minute regatta countdown * forged carbon fiber hexagonal case secured by 8 screws, screw-down crown, back secured by 8 screws * case, dial and movement signed * with a rubber strap and titanium AP buckle

Condition

Automatic movement running, chronograph function, flyback and regatta countdown fully operational while cataloguing, however may require service soon. Dial looks nice and clean. Case, rubber strap and buckle are in good condition. Overall in excellent condition. Back of case factory engraved ROYAL OAK OFFSHORE ALINGHI TEAM LIMITED EDITION and numbered 941/1300 and G 04337.
"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

Accompanied by an Audemars Piguet Certificate and a presentation box.

Audemars Piguet launched the Royal Oak Offshore Alinghi Chronograph in 2007 in celebrating the anniversary of Swiss yachting team Alinghi's victory. Forged carbon was the chosen innovative material for this exceptional timepiece.  Carbon fiber is commonly used in the aeronautics industry for its resistance and lightness  The watch's case only weighs one hundred grams.

This watch was produced in a limited series of 1300 pieces, the present example is numbered 941.