Lot 2118
  • 2118

Rolex

Estimate
95,000 - 160,000 HKD
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Description

  • A YELLOW GOLD AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGATTA COUNTDOWN AND BRACELET CIRCA 2008 REF 116688 CASE M148805 YACHT-MASTER II
  • diameter 44 mm
• cal. 4160 automatic nickel lever movement, 42 jewels, mono-metallic balance • white dial with applied luminous square indexes, 10-minute regatta countdown display, subsidiary seconds • 18k gold Oyster case, bi-directional 90 degree rotating blue Cerachrom ceramic bezel with highlighted countdown minutes, chronograph buttons to the band • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp

Condition

serial number M148805. The movement is running and the functions perform correctly when tested. The case has minor signs of use including various light scratches but can be regarded as remaining in overall very good condition. The bracelet is full size.
"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

With a Rolex Guarantee Card and a presentation box with outer packaging. 

The Yacht Master II features the world’s first programmable wristwatch with mechanical count-down memory. By rotating the ‘command module’ bezel the user can alter the central count-down from 10 to 1 minute according to the sailing regatta rules they are participating in.