Rolex

• cal. 727 manual winding lever movement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic balance, adjusted to 3 positions • black dial, white engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour register, applied square numerals on white outer track with red calibrations • Oyster case with screw-down crown and case back • case, dial and movement signed • stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp • guarantee card, 2 spare bezels

The movement is running while cataloguing and all function appear fully operational however it may require a service in the near future to be well preserved. The last service was executed in 2010. The dial is in very good condition. The case is in very good condition with 2 barely visible scuffs to the bezel. This watch is in overall very good conditions. Ref. number between lugs 6262, inside case back 6241 Serial number 2416772 matching number on guarantee card
"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."

Calibre 727 is the evolution of calibre 722-1. Rolex improved the calibre's performance by changing the balance from a 18'000 to a 21'600 vibration per hour which makes it much more precise. The same calibre was also mounted in the reference 6264 which is recognizable with its bezel.

Calibre 727 is illustrated in Pergola, C., Mazzariol, S. & Dosso, G., Rolex Daytona a legend is born pp.122-125.