Lot 35
  • 35

Ventura, Van Der Bauwede, Pierre Kunz

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 HKD
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Description

  • A SET OF THREE TITANIUM/ STAINLESS STEEL/ STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCHESV-MATIC, MAGNUM, SPIRIT OF CHALLENGECIRCA 1996, 2000, 2005
  • diameter 40 mm, 40 mm and 44 mm
The first: black dial, luminescent indexes and hands, 3 subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour register, aperture for date • titanium case, chronograph button to the band, rotatable bezel, sapphire crystal display back • with a titanium buckle
The second: black dial, Arabic indexes, tachymeter scale, 3 subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour register, aperture for date • stainless steel case, chronograph button to the band, sapphire crystal diaplay back  • with a stainless steel Van Der Bauwede folding clasp
The third: carbon fibre dial, luminescent baton and Arabic numerals, sector for retrograde seconds, apertures for date • stainless steel case, milled band, case back secured by 6 screws • with a stainless steel Pierre Kunz folding clasp

Condition

Movements are all in working order while cataloguing. Dials are clean and intact. Case with light surface scuffs, very clean in general. Overall conditions are very good. **Please note the movement has not been tested for time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense.
"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

Ventura: With a certificate, C.O.S.C. certificate and instruction manual.
Pierre Kunz: With a certificate, C.O.S.C. certificate and instruction manual.