23rd Feb, 2020 14:30

The Rolex Auction

 
  Lot 754
 

A GENTLEMAN'S ROLEX EXPLORER WATCH

GENTLEMAN'S ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL EXPLORER STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WRIST WATCH,
1975 from serial no., model no. 1016, serial no. 4081085 both from case edge, the round black dial with Arabic 3, 6 and 9, baton hour markers all in white, outer seconds track in white, lume filled Mercedes hands, centre seconds hand with lume plot, 36mm case, on a stainless steel Oyster bracelet strap with 580 to the end links, 78360 to the first links, with a signed Rolex clasp, lacking box and papers

 

The condition of watches offered at auction varies widely due to factors including age, possible restoration, repair and general wear and tear. Condition reports relate to watches’ condition at the time of inspection by McTear’s specialists, McTear’s cannot guarantee watches to function beyond that point. Watches are not tested in house for accuracy, duration or water tightness. Buyers should assume that all watches purchased will require regular servicing to be useable and reliable. If McTear’s have been unable to open a watch case safely, the completeness and functionality of the movement within cannot be commented on or guaranteed. McTear’s cannot offer any form of guarantee that movements and/or all component parts are original to any watch.

 

Sold for £6,000
Estimated at £5,000 - £7,000


Condition Report

Very good overall condition
General wear all over consistent with age and use
Scratches all over case and bracelet - again consistent with age and use
Ticking at present
Hands can be set
Requires cleaning
Bracelet clasp working
End links to bracelet sit slightly over the caseback - caseback can only be removed if bracelet is removed

 
Request a free auction estimate

Complete the form below and one of our specialists will get back to you.

Please upload at least 1 image

Drag and drop .jpg images here to upload, or click here to select images.