ROLEX | EXPLORER II, 22 SPECIAL AIR SERVICE, REFERENCE 216570 MILITARY STAINLESS STEEL DUAL-TIME WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET CIRCA 2010

Dial: black Calibre: cal. 3187 automatic, 31 jewels Case: stainless steel Oyster, screw-down crown and back Case number: G’740’606 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with integrated folding clasp Dimensions: 42mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 250mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Guarantee dated December 2012, Rolex user manual and presentation case

DIAL: in excellent condition with no visible signs of wear or ageing, hands in excellent condition CASE: in excellent condition still bearing original protective stickers MOVEMENT: running at time of cataloguing, date advancing, GMT function wroking Please note that the movement has not been tested for 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."

The British Special Air Service (SAS) was founded in 1941 as a Special Operations division of the British Army and has remained one of the most respected military organizations in the world. In spite of its absolute secrecy, the unit is rumoured to employ 500 active soldiers and is renowned for its extreme recruitment and training methods. This Rolex Explorer II reference 216570 was part of a limited edition exclusively available to members of the SAS regiment in 2012. This Explorer II SAS edition is a fantastic illustration of the long-lasting relationship between Rolex and the military forces, making it an extremely desirable watch.

The present lot is part of that special series and has been preserved in like-new, unworn condition, retaining its original protective stickers. On the side of the case, the motto of the SAS, ‘Who Dares Wins’ is engraved. Furthermore, the case back is decorated with the SAS logo (a dagger with wings) and a personalised serial number bearing the original owner's initials.