Contemporary, Limited Edition and Mod...
New York, Park Lane Hotel, Dec 15, 1998
LOT 8
Frank Muller, Endurance 24, No. 409, completed in 1997. Very fine and rare, water-resistant, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with round button chronograph, register, 48 hours power reserve, fitted box and certificate.
USD 4,000 - 4,500
Sold: USD 4,830
C. polished, screwed dedicated back. D. orange with white tritium Arabic numerals in 24 hours + auxiliary seconds and 30 minutes register dials. "Lozenge" tritium hands. M. with manual winding. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 37 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 1 |
As new |
Movement: 1* |
As new Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 1-01 |
As new HANDS Original |
Notes
This watch is part of a limited edition made in collaboration with the
McLaren Team for the 24 Hours Le Mans in 1997. An intense bond links
constructors of great automobiles with fans of fine mechanical
movements. The German constructor Porsche dominated the last edition
of the race by placing their cars at first, second and third position in the
final classification. The Frank Muller Team McLaren Number 53, after a
great start, had a string of had luck which delayed its participation in the
race and the damage to the gear box ultimately forced the pilots to
abandon the race. This withdrawal did not prevent Frank Muller from
climbing up to the podium. A magnificent "Endurance 24 " chronograph,
the official watch of the competition, was presented to the winners by the
Swiss watchmaker in, the presence of Mc Fillon, Delegated Minister of
Post and Telecommunications.
This 24 hour-chronograph pays homage to historic races such as Le
Mans or Daytona.