ROLEX | RETAILED BY BEYER: 'BUBBLEBACK', REF 2940STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELETCIRCA 1942

Dial: black Calibre: automatic Case: stainless steel, screw-down back Case number: 182'861 Closure: adjustable stainless steel Gay Frères bracelet Dimensions: 32mm, bracelet circumference approx. 225mm (max.) Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none

MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing. CASE: in nice crisp condition with light signs of wear, number on the back very clear. More pronounced scratch on the bezel at 11 and a nick at 9 o'clock. Bracelet in good condition with light signs of wear. DIAL: in good condition with consistent light spotting throughout. Glass with fine cracked areas. 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."

This stainless steel bubble back is in wonderful condition. The case is unpolished and still retains the original, crisp milled band to the case back and crisp case number. The black lacquer dial is original and unrestored. Twenty years ago, the most collectible Rolex were the ‘bubbleback’ and Prince models from the 1920s to 1950’s. The present watch is a charming example with lovely Gay Freres steel bamboo bracelet.