ROLEX | 'SINGLE RED' SUBMARINER, REF 1680STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET CIRCA 1974

Dial: black Calibre: cal. 1570 automatic, 26 jewels Movement number: 3'762'749 Case: stainless steel, screw-down back Case number: 3'762'749 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Dimensions: 40 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 210 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex presentation case

MVT: is running at the time of cataloguing and the date advancing. CASE: in good condition with very sharp lugs. The beveling to the lugs is no longer visible indicating that the watch was polished and there are some minor surface scratches and minor dings visible with the naked eye. Please note that there is some corrosion inside the case. Bracelet in good condition with surface wear and light stretching. Clasp stamped 93150, endlinks stamped 593 DIAL: in attractive honest condition. The lumes have nicely aged and have a weak and consistent reaction to UV-light. The dial is slightly flaking off on the edge between 11 and 12 and at 6 o'clock. There are light surface scratches to the glass between 10 and 11. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"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."

Launched in 1967, the Red Submariner was the first Submariner model to feature the date. Highly collectable, the dial has many variations. The present watch is fitted with a MK 6 feet first dial with closed 6’s and was the last dial to feature the red Submariner printing.