Omega

• cal. 321 manual winding movement, 17 jewels, metal dust cover • black dial, aged luminescent baton indexes, broad arrow hands, three subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers • large tonneau water-resistant-type case, bezel lacking, two round chronograph pushers in the band, screw back • case, dial and movement signed

The movement is running and chronograph is functioning, however it might soon need to be cleaned and oiled. The movement is numbered 15996504. The dial appears to be original, however it is significantly aged. There is a scratch to the center just over the center arbor between the subsidiary dials. The luminescent batons have aged and are dirty throughout. The luminescent paint to the hands has all come off. The case is missing the bezel and otherwise shows general wear throughout. The outside of the back is factory-engraved "Speedmaster", however there is no Seamonster in the center. The inside of the back is numbered 2915-1. The strap contains endangered species; please see 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."

Launched in 1957, Ref. 2915 was the first model designated as a Speedmaster. Its most visible design feature are the luminescent so-called broad-arrow hands. These hands have become so iconic that Omega is presently using them again on new production Speedmasters.