27th Feb, 2018 11:30

Watches

 
  Lot 787
 

GENTLEMAN'S ART DECO FOURTEEN CARAT GOLD MANUAL WIND WRIST WATCH non-Rolex movement by Unicorn, the dial with Rolex and crown logo, Roman numerals in black, subsidiary seconds at 6, outer seconds track in black, 24mm case with inscription dated 1938 to the caseback and 10370, with ROLEX 25 WORLD RECORDS GENEVA-SUISSE, R.W.C Ltd to the interior, on a generic modern black strap, 13.8g gross, lacking box

 

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 £480
Estimated at £150 - £250


Condition Report
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.

In working condition at the present time.
In worn condition.
Case dented and scratched consistent with age.
Previous file and acid mark on the left hand side of the case.
Acrylic has previously been glued back in. Glue is visible on the case all round the acrylic.
Acrylic slightly scratched.
Minute hand is detached and is loose inside the case.
Hour hand is bent and the paint is flaking off.
Dial scratched where the hands meet.
Crown intact - hour hand is able to be set.
Personal inscription to the reverse caseback reading '6th April 1938'
Generic strap in good condition however it is too loose for the watch.

 
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