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Rolex
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 CHF
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Description
- A FINE AND RARE STAINLESS STEEL CENTRE SECONDS AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITIH DATE AND BRACELETREF 1680 CASE 3715664 "RED" SUBMARINER 660FT = 200M MK III DIAL FUERZA AERERA DEL PERU N°107 CIRCA 1974
- Stainless steel
- diameter 40 mm thickness 15 mm overall length 200 mm
• cal. 1570 nickel lever movement, 26 jewels • black dial, luminous triangle, dots and baton indexes, luminous Mercedes hands, magnified aperture for date, outer minute and second divisions • revolving bezel calibrated for 60 units, screw-down crown and case back, broshed and plished Oyster case • with a stainless steel Fliplock bracelet
Condition
The movement is running while cataloguing, however it may require a service in the near future to be well preserved. The dial is beautifully preserved due to its age and history and shows a nice patina. Case with some scuffs throughout from heavy wear. Overall in 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."
"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 present watch is a very rare reference 1680 Red Submariner model made for the Peruvian Air Force Pilots in approximately 1974. It is recognisable with the inscription "Fuerza Aerea Del Peru" engraved to the case back as well as the complete serial number inscribed inside the case back. Furthermore the individual progressive number attributed to each watch and engraved to the outside case back remains visible on this particular example. The national air force was known in the late 1920's as the Cuerpo de Aviación del Perú (Peruvian Aviation Corps, CAP) and became the Fuerza Aérea del Perú (Air Force of Peru, FAP) on July 18th 1950, during the presidency of Manuel A. Odría.