Lot 860
  • 860

Hublot

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • Hublot
  • A LIMITED EDITION TITANIUM ZIRCONIUM CERAMIC AND NOMEX AUTOMATIC CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND REGISTERSCASE 888244 NO 98/250 KING POWER SUZUKA CIRCA 2011
  • titanium, zirconium, fabric
  • diameter 48 mm
• cal. 4214 HUB4200 automatic nickel lever movement, 28 jewels • semi skeletonized dial, white chapter ring with applied luminescent faceted baton indexes, pierced luminescent Sword hands, red arrow chronograph hand with H counterweight, subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30 minute, and 12 hour register, aperture for date between 4 and 5, black inner bezel with minute and second divisions • titanium, zirconium, ceramic, and nomex case, brake disc bezel secured by six screws, chronograph pushers, illustrated sapphire crystal display case back secured by eight screws • case, dial, and movement signed • with a blackened titanium Hublot folding clasp 

Condition

The movement is running at time of cataloging, 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 excellent condition with light wear. A scratch to the back of the case toward the upper right lug. Manufacturer's protective adhesive still apparent to the case back. Sapphire crystal case back with red checkered Suzuka motif. Buckle with equivalent wear. Chronograph and date functions working properly. Dial and movement in excellent condition. This watch is accompanied by a fabric and rubber strap. The fabric to the strap may benefit from cleaning.
"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 Hublot Certificate of Authenticity. Together with a presentation box with outer packaging. 

The Hublot King Power Suzuka was made in a limited edition of 250 pieces in honor of Japan's Suzuka race track, and presented during the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix in 2011.