Lot 81
  • 81

Omega

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • A RARE TONNEAU STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERSCIRCA 1969 SEAMASTER REF ST145.019
  • LENGTH 47 MM
• cal. 861 manual winding copper-finished lever movement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance • gray dial, luminescent baton indexes, fluorescent orange baton hands, three subsidiary dials indicating red and black 30-minute and 12-hour registers and constant seconds, outer white ring for chronograph scale, bordered by blue, black and white rotating ring indicating 24 hours • large cushion water-resistant-type case with two round chronograph pushers in the band, crown for 24-hour ring adjustment at 10 o'clock, screw back • case, dial and movement signed

Condition

The movement is running and chronograph is functioning, however we recommend service soon. The movement is numbered 29112442. Some of the plates have discolored slightly, but it looks nice. The dial is in nice and original condition and is very pretty. The case shows general wear with some light scuffs to the bezel and back. The Seamonster logo to the back has been polished off.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Catalogue Note

Omega launched this model, Ref. ST145.019, in 1969. It remains popular today due to its very unusual dial color combination. In addition, soccer fans have always appreciated this model for its so-called 'soccer-timer' function that features an additional 45-minute indication on the 30-minute register. This allows the user to measure, by one and a half rotations of the register, the time in a half of a soccer match.