Lot 272
  • 272

Tudor

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Tudor
  • A RARE STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND REGISTERSREF 7032/0 CASE 759754 MONTE CARLO CIRCA 1971
  • stainless steel, cow leather
  • diameter 40 mm
• cal. 7734 manual winding movement, 17 jewels • gray dial, applied luminescent indexes, luminescent Obélisque hands, black subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 45-minute register, outer minute track, outermost painted orange Arabic divisions, magnified aperture for date at 6 • stainless steel Rolex Oyster case, bezel calibrated to 500 units, screw down crown and solid case back • case, dial, and movement signed

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 excellent vintage condition with light wear. Small and light scuffs and nicks to the lugs and case bands. Some light scuffing to the case back overall. Some very light scuffing to the stainless steel bezel. Dial in excellent condition with some light oxidation to the indexes. Chronograph movement functions properly. Movement in very 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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a Rolex presentation box with outer packaging.

The Ref. 7032 was introduced by Rolex Tudor in 1970. Having a larger case than its Rolex counterpart, this chronograph has a very iconic dial design and presence.