Lot 2334
  • 2334

HYT

Estimate
260,000 - 400,000 HKD
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Description

  • A LIMITED EDITION DLC-COATED TITANIUM WRISTWATCH WITH RETROGRADE FLUID HOURS AND POWER RESERVE REF H1-TD NO 30/50 SKULL GREEN EYE CIRCA 2015
  • titanium
  • diameter 51 mm
• cal. 101 manual winding movement, 35 jewels, fluid tanks at 6 • black dial with grey anthracite indexes and numerals, retrograde hour indicated by green fluid showing a stylised skull, left eye on skull for constant seconds, right eye on skull for power reserve indication • DLC-coated titanium case, slotted bezel with large 6, crown at 2, sapphire crystal display back secured by 6 screws • case, dial and movement signed • with a titanium HYT folding clasp

Condition

The movement in working condition at the time of cataloguing. the fluid flow smoothly and retrograde constantly when hitting 6. It was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. The dial in very good condition. Case in very good condition with no signs of wear. Overall in very good condition. **Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species, please refer to important notices for further information*** *
"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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a a HYT warranty card, an instruction manual, USB and presentation box.

The HYT Skull Green Eye and Skull Red Eye combine futuristic aesthetics and classic horology with fluid technology. Two large cylinders encircling the skull are the focus of the multi-layered dial. Interestingly, as time passes, fluid is pressed from one through the clear tube around the dial, the exclusive "capillary" system does not display the minutes but only the hours which are shown on the outer chapter ring. The minutes can only be gauged roughly based on the position of the liquid between two hour markers.  Once the hour reaches 6 o'clock, the fluid is released and returns back to the originating piston, to begin progressing for the next 12 hours. This is achieved through a mechanical movement to the top half of the watch, which houses the cam influencing the fluid pistons, as well as the dial for power reserve indication and seconds.

Limited in only 25 pieces for the HYT Skull Red Eye and 50 pieces for the HYT Skull Green Eye, these timepieces are not only for villains, but also for all watch enthusiasts with a quirky sense of humour.