拍品 166
  • 166

寶璣

估價
10,000 - 20,000 USD
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描述

  • 「TYPE XX」精美罕有精鋼飛返計時腕錶備日期顯示,年份約1960,錶殼編號2464。
  • stainless steel, cow leather
  • 直徑38.5毫米
• 手動上弦擒縱機芯14''',單一金屬擺輪 • 黑色錶盤,彩繪夜光阿拉伯數字,夜光指針,三個小錶盤連秒數、15分鐘及12小時計時,白色彩繪外環分鐘刻度 • 精鋼錶殼,雙向旋轉錶圈備12小時可讀,仿錢幣側紋錶側,錶側設圓形按鈕,旋入式錶冠及錶背蓋 • 錶殼、錶盤及機芯印有品牌標誌
* 拍品資料以英文圖錄為準。

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 overall good vintage condition with scuffing and scratches consistent with use and age. Coin edge bezel still crisp and well defined. Some oxidation along adjoining areas of case band which may benefit from cleaning. Crystal has scuffing with three small scratches at the center. Dial has beautiful and even patina. numerals and hands are no longer luminescent but have developed a very attractive tan patina overall. Hands have some oxidation from age. Movement in excellent condition. Chronograph function working properly.
"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."

拍品資料及來源

寶璣於1954年開始生產「TYPE XX」型號腕錶,不久便成為其最受歡迎的戰後飛行員腕錶型號。此型號腕錶具有特殊的飛返計時功能,法國空軍將其稱為「retour en vol」,飛行員僅按一次按鈕便可以馬上重新開始計時功能。

「TYPE XX」型號共有三代,第一代於1950年代投入生產,此腕錶便是當中之一;第二代於1970年代面世,是改良過的「平民版」;第三代現仍在發售當中,型號為「TYPE XX Aeronaval」。

此枚腕錶的特殊之處在於其中一個小錶盤顯示15分鐘計時功能,而一般空軍腕錶均顯示30分鐘計時。