Audemars Piguet

• cal. 2226/2840 automatic nickel lever movement, 54 jewels, mono-metallic balance • black textured dial, yellow highlighted applied luminescent Arabic numerals, aperture for date, three subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, outer calibrated tachometer • PVD-coated stainless steel Royal Oak case, octagonal bezel secured by 8 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with PVD-coated stainless steel Audemars Piguet buckle

The movement is running at the time of cataloging. The hands, date, quick-set date and chronograph all function correctly when tested. The dial and hands are in excellent original condition. The case has various scratches to the edge of the bezel as expected on the ROO model, the bezel has further scratches. The strap is of the correct original style. The 2010 service record does not note re-PVD coating the case. The outer case is of the correct style and in overall good condition with correct style screwdriver, one attached faux screw-head is missing from the box. Overall a highly collectable and historically important (in modern history) watch.
"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."

With an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak presentation case bearing Arnold Schwarzenegger's signature, screwdriver, 2010 service record and certificte of origin dated December 30, 1999

Designed in collaboration with the actor and former Governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger, the ‘End of Days’ was created to be worn by Arnold in the 1999 movie of the same name. Requesting a military inspired look, this was the first time a Swiss company of Audemars Piguet’s quality had PVD coated a production model. The End of Days was perhaps the first AP limited edition to significantly increase in value after its launch and can be directly attributed to the recent trend for PVD coated watches, as such it is considered by many as the most iconic Royal Oak Offshore created.