Lot 1
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Panerai

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • A LIMITED EDITION STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC DUAL TIME WRISTWATCH WITH DATE REF PAM00186 NO 083/500 LUMINOR ARKTOS GMT MADE IN 2005
  • stainless steel, rubber
  • diameter 44 mm
• automatic jeweled nickel lever movement, mono-metallic balance • black dial, luminescent baton and Arabic numerals and hands, outer ring calibrated 24 hours for second time zone, subsidiary seconds, magnified aperture for date • stainless steel cushion-form case, applied cardinal points on the bezel, patented crown guard • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Panerai butterfly clasp

Condition

Movement running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. All functions work properly. Case is in good condition with slight scratches to the case band. Additional scratch to the bezel between 9 and 12 o'clock. Dial in excellent 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."

Catalogue Note

This watch was produced in 2005 in a limited series of only 500 pieces to commemorate Mike Horn's Arktos expedition.  The present example is number 83.