Audemars Piguet

• cal. 2226/2840 automatic nickel lever movement, 54 jewels • brown Tapisserie dial, applied luminous white Arabic numerals, three subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, date aperture at 3, outer tachometer scale • 18k yellow gold Royal Oak Offshore case, two rubber chronograph pushers to the band, back engraved with the signature of Arnold Schwarzenegger and secured by 8 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold Audemars Piguet folding buckle

The movement and functions in working condition at the time of cataloguing. It was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. The dial and hands in very good condition, still glowing. Case in good condition with the inevitable light scuffs and scratches throughout, one scuff to the bezel at 11. Overall in good condition. ***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to shipping.***
"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."

In 2003, Audemars Piguet launched a special edition of the Offshore chronograph with actor Arnold Schwarzenegger's signature engraved on the case back. Available in a very limited edition of 400 examples, these models are extremely rare and are often in demand by collectors.