Lot 172
  • 172

IWC

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 CHF
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Description

  • A LARGE LIMITED EDITION STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH 7-DAY POWER RESERVE AND DATE REF 5004 CASE 3327068 NO 140/250 BIG PILOT FOR DEUTSCHER FUSSBALL BUND CIRCA 2012
  • COW LEATHER, STEEL
  • diameter 46 mm
• cal. 51011 automatic nickel lever movement, 42 jewels, pierced rotor • white dial, applied luminous baton indexes and painted Arabic numerals, luminous hands, aperture for date at 6, subsidiary dial at 3 for power reserve and subsidiary dial at 9 for seconds with red hands • heavy circular stainless steel case, screw-down onion crown and an anti magnetic cover under the stainless steel case back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel IWC folding clasp

Condition

The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however 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 is in an excellent condition. The case is in a good condition with some scratches and scuffs which are consistent with wear. 140/250 is engraved on the left side case band.
"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."