Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Nov 08, 2014
LOT 487
OMEGA AVIATOR'S WATCH Omega, No. 7689466, case No. 8227666, Ref. CK 700 AD. Sold on April 7th, 1934 to the German market. Fine and very rare, round, Staybrite aviator's dustproof wristwatch with elapsed time indicator. Accompanied by the Extract from the Archives.
CHF 6,000 - 8,000
HKD 50,000 - 66,000 / USD 64,000 - 8,500
Sold: CHF 7,500
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3-11 |
Good Slightly worn |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 4-10-71-01 |
Fair Patinated ENAMEL AND VARIOUS TYPES OF DECORATION Hairlines HANDS Original |
Notes
DIAM. 41 mm. THICKNESS 15 mm.
This is one of the rare
examples of a watch
sold by Omega to
the German market
between the two
wars. Omega's policy
during the war years
was not to supply Germany
with watches,
as they were suppliers
of the Allied forces.
The large ball crown
of this watch is placed
on an extended stem,
to facilitate winding
by aviators, who wore
heavy gloves.