24th Sep, 2019 12:00
The Rolex Auction
A GENTLEMAN'S ROLEX SUBMARINER STEEL WATCH
GENTLEMAN'S ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL DATE SUBMARINER STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WRIST WATCH,
model no. 1680 and serial no. the round black dial with lume plot, baton and dagger hour markers, date aperture at 3, outer seconds track in white, lume filled Mercedes hands, centre seconds hand with lume plot, 38mm case with faded black 'tropical' bezel with count up scale, on a stainless steel Jubilee bracelet strap with 50 to the end links, with signed Rolex clasp
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 £12,000
Estimated at £12,000 - £16,000
Condition Report
This has not been opened in house - last serviced 2019
In very good condition overall
Bezel very faded with some scratches, pip present
Bracelet with significant stretch
Dial markers slightly discoloured, consistent with age
Ticking at present
Hands can be set
Date has not been set in house
Bracelet clasp working
Glass with small scratches
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