Lot 18
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ROLEX | A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CENTRE SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET REF 16610 CASE F051581 SUBMARINER "KERMIT FLAT 4" CIRCA 2003

Estimate
14,000 - 26,000 GBP
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Description

  • Rolex
  • A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CENTRE SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET REF 16610 CASE F051581 SUBMARINER "KERMIT FLAT 4" CIRCA 2003
Movement: cal. 3135 automatic lever, 31 jewelsCase: stainless steel Oyster, green bezel calibrated for 60 units, screw-down crown and back Dial: black, luminous triangle, dot and baton indexesBracelet/clasp/buckle: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding claspDiameter: 40mm, bracelet circumference approximately 165mmSigned: case, dial and movement Accessories: guarantee, instructions manual, 3 additional links, screw driver, anchor key-ring, booklets, sales tag and presentation case

Condition

CASE: Case in excellent condition with some light surface wear. Lower lugs with some extremely faint surface markings and lines. Case back with manufacturer's sticker still applied. Bracelet with some superficial surface scuffs. Folding clasp with some scuffing. DIAL: Dial in excellent condition. MOVEMENT: Running at time of cataloguing, date function operating. Bracelet: 93250, AD8 The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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

The Rolex Submariner reference 16610LV can be separated into eight distinct series with subtle differences in details of the dial and bezel design. The present lot is an original example of a Mark 1 which features the signature flat 4 on the bezel and was only in production for a very short time. The present lot is further distinguished by its unused condition and the presence of all its original accessories.