26th Feb, 2019 12:30

The Watches Auction

 
  Lot 754
 

RARE: A GENTLEMAN'S TUDOR OYSTERDATE 'MONTE CARLO HOME PLATE' WRIST WATCH

RARE: GENTLEMAN'S TUDOR OYSTERDATE 'MONTE CARLO HOME PLATE' STAINLESS STEEL MANUAL WIND WRIST WATCH,
model 7032/0, serial no. 759905, 1971 from serial no, the round grey dial lacking numerals, with shield shaped luminous hour markers, subsidiary 45 minute recording dial at 3, subsidiary constant seconds dial at 9, both within a trapezoid, white outer seconds track within a wider black count up scale track with orange Arabic numerals, tritium filled dauphine style hour and minute hands, orange centre seconds hand, bezel with tachymeter scale with Arabic numerals in black enamel, 39mm case with ORIGINAL OYSTER CASE BY ROLEX GENEVA, on a stainless steel bracelet strap with Rolex clasp, probably original and numbered 7836, 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 £16,000
Estimated at £4,000 - £7,000


Condition Report

Not in working condition at the present time.
In well worn condition.
Case scratched.
Paint missing from the bezel markers.
Acrylic heavily scratched.
Dial in fair condition.
All hands intact.
Lume cracked on hands.
Crown intact; hands changing.
Pushers not functioning.
Bracelet stretched.
Clasp does not close over properly.


*This watch has not been opened in house*

 
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