John Sutherland, London

• gilt half-plate movement, 20 jewels, free-sprung guillaume balance, one-minute tourbillon carriage with polished three-arm carriage • glazed cuvette • white enamel dial, Roman numerals, outer minute divisions, subsidiary seconds • 18k yellow gold polished case • movement signed John Sutherland, 38 Cranmer Road, Forest Gate, London, No. 5162, dial numbered 5162 • hallmarked London 1904, case maker's mark F.T (Frederick Thoms) 

Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Sotheby's will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be require. The tourbillon movement is running well as the time of cataloguing. Dial in good condition. The case with light scuffs but 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."

This watch was awarded a class A certificate by the National Physical Laboratory, Teddington, Middlesex. It was prepared and submitted to the N.P.L.by John Francis Cole of Usher & Cole ten years after it was made. Usher & Cole were later sold to Camerer Cuss & Co in 1955. During the trial the watch was accredited as especially good in 1914, with a total of 86.9marks, passing with superior merit. Extract from the results of the rating trial from March 2 to April 15 1914. Archival information kindly provided by T. Camerer-Cuss.