勞力士（Rolex）

• 自動上弦機芯1530，25顆寶石 • 黑色錶盤，夜光三角形、圓點及條狀時標，Mercedes 指針，大三針，鍍金外環分鐘刻度 • 精鋼蠔式錶殼，旋轉錶圈設60個刻度，旋入式錶冠及錶背蓋，錶背蓋附個人銘刻 • 錶殼、錶盤及機芯印有品牌標誌
* 拍品資料以英文圖錄為準。

CASE Please note that the case between the lugs are entirely rubbed and the serial numbers are not legible. Case in overall good condition with previous signs of light polishing. The lugs remain even and robust with attractive brushed lines. The case back is rubbed and worn, making the inscribed name "RUSS KINNE" somewhat difficult to discern. DIAL Dial is heavily worn and oxidized. fractures to the dial paint throughout. Heavily oxidized and recessed indexes. Rolex signature and text with oxidation as well. Hands also heavily oxidized, but very even. MOVEMENT 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.
"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."

The present lot is inscribed with the name Russ Kinne, a nature photographer and accomplished American explorer, who journeyed to Antarctica twice while wearing this piece.  Kinne's varied career also took him to 60 countries across the globe. He was a photographer for the US Navy, an Expedition leader in multiple continents, and also studied blue whales in Canada, all while wearing the present piece. 

Kinne is a member of the illustrious Explorers Club, which dedicates itself to the passion for exploration. Among its members are Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay, the first to reach the summit of Everest, and Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldridge and Michael Collins, the first men to walk the surface of the moon. 

The Reference 5508 was produced between 1957 and 1961. The dial combines the gilt printing with the depth rating in white, creating an attractive contrast.