Revolution: The Evolution of the Role...

New York, Apr 17, 2008

LOT 59

Self-Winding Watch Movement Model Rolex. Made in the 1970s. Extremely rare and unusual, stainless steel, brass and Perspex electric working model of a self-winding watch movement.

C. Circular, brushed stainless steel, rectangular base with rake adjustment and gilt block signed Rolex, Perspex cover. M. Electrically driven, brass outer ring, cast plate with steel wheels, Perspex top-plate and rotor, lateral lever escapement with steel escape wheel and Perspex lever, Perspex balance wheel, blued steel balance spring, Uwersi shock absorber, index regulator. Case and movement signed. Dim. 35 cm. high, 31 cm. diameter. In very good overall condition