Lot 83
  • 83

Rolex

Estimate
70,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description

  • A RARE STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND BRACELETREF 6241 CASE 1764754 "PAUL NEWMAN" DAYTONA CIRCA 1966
  • White Gold
  • diameter 37 mm
• cal. 722-1 manual winding nickel lever movement, 17 jewels • tri-color white, black, and red dial, applied square indexes, black outer track with red calibrations, three engine-turned black subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers • brushed and polished Oyster case, screw-down crown and case back, black acrylic bezel calibrated for tachometer scale • case, dial and movement signed • stainless steel Jubilee bracelet inscribed hecho en Mexico with 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. Case in overall good condition with surface scuffing and wear consistent with age and use. Case band and lugs have small indentations and surfacing markings consistent with use. Some scratching to the acrylic bezel and crystal overall. Dial in excellent condition with a small and very faint area of oxidation on the lower right side between 3 and 6. Chronograph function working properly. Movement in very 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."