Patek Philippe

• 'Extra' quality 22''' nickel lever movement, Guillaume balance, micrometer regulator, 25 jewels, sapphire-set endstone, wolf-tooth wind • silvered matte dial, black enamel Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds, up and down indicator calibrated for 36 hours • large silver case • case, dial, movement and cuvette signed

Movement running at the time of cataloging however it has not been tested for accuracy and may need service at the buyer's discretion and expense. Case in fair condition with wear consistent with age. Light scratches and scuffs overall. Wear to the case at the lips for opening the front bezel and back of case. Hinges very tight. Cuvette with scratches and marks from opening at the lip. Dial in good condition with light patina, some spotting at the subsidiary seconds, light scratch at the power reserve at the 12-hour marker, light scratches around the seconds hand arbor. Movement in good condition with some scratches to the barrel bridge, some loss to the nickel finish overall, some very small oxidation spots.
"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."

With an Extract from the Archives confirming sale on 25 September 1922, and noting that the watch received a Certificate from the Geneva Observatory on 10 January 1918. Together with a fitted associated case, and original additional numbered crystal and two hairsprings. 

According to the records of the Geneva Observatory, this present lot competed in a 1917 timing contest and obtained 780 points, with the winning piece obtaining 842 points. It was 11th place in that contest, and was awarded Third Prize. The régleur was J. Golay-Audemars. 

A similar example, No. 178454, is illustrated on page 154 of Huber, M. & Banbery, A., Patek Philippe Watches, Vol. 1. Another similar example, no. 282618, is illustrated in the Patek Philippe Museum book, Vol. II, p. 44.