Lot 961
  • 961

IWC

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description

  • A LARGE LIMITED EDITION CERAMIC AUTOMATIC SPLIT SECONDS CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DAY, DATE AND REGISTERSCIRCA 2007 REF 379904 DOUBLE CHRONOGRAPH EDITION TOP GUN, MADE EXCLUSIVELY FOR CARLSON NO 7/50
  • diameter 46 mm
* cal. 79230 automatic movement, 29 jewels, mono-metallic balance * blue dial with luminescent Arabic numerals and hands, three subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, aperture for day and date * large black ceramic case with raised bezel, titanium crown and chronograph buttons to the band, split seconds mechanism activated by pusher at 10 o'clock, screw-down crown and case back * case, dial and movement signed * with a stainless steel IWC folding buckle

Condition

Automatic movement, subsidiary seconds running, day and date advancing, registers functioning during cataloguing. Case and buckle with no significant signs of use with only one minor scuff on the buckle from shop-wear and can be polished off easily. Overall appears in excellent condition. Back of the case numbered 3322351. **The leather strap of this wristwatch is made of endangered species, please refer to important notices for further information**.
"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 IWC Guarantee Card, Instruction Manual and a presentation box with an outer card box.