Rolex

• cal. 4130 nickel lever movement, 44 jewels • bi-colour white and silvered dial with applied luminous baton indexes and hands, subsidiary dials for constant second, 12-hour and 30-minute registers, outer minute and 1/5 second divisions • stainless steel brushed and polished Oyster case, steel bezel calibrated to 400 units, screw-down protected crown, pushers and case back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Oysterlock bracelet

Movement is in working order while cataloguing and the chronograph appears fully operational, but it has not been tested for the accuracy of time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. Dial in very good condition. Case with slight scuffs to the bezel and to the bracelet. Overall this is one of the most rarest model to celebrate the iconic venture between Daytona racing track and Rolex as a sponsor of motorsports.
"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."

The 24 Hours of Daytona, currently known as the Rolex 24 At Daytona, is a 24-hour sports car endurance race held annually at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. The name Daytona known to Rolex fans as the sports chronograph legendary model was logically to be presented to the winner of that famous race Rolex 24 At Daytona. This present watch was given to the track winner in 2002 Michael Lauer. Among his track records it shows also that he was the team partner of the famous American actor, Paul Newman, racing driver on many occasions at Rolex 24 Daytona.