Important Collectors Watches, Pocket ...
New York, Oct 17, 2008
LOT 151
Ref. 3794 Rolex Oyster Perpetual, "Chronometer," Ref. 3794. Made in the 1930s. Fine and very rare, self-winding,water-resistant, stainless steelmidsized wristwatch.
USD 4,000 - 6,000
EUR 2,800 - 4,200 / CHF 4,500 - 6,700
C. Three-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back and crown, wide flat bezel. D. Matte silver with applied steel Arabic numerals and dart indexes, subsidiary seconds dial. Steel alpha hands. M. 9 3/4"', rhodium-plated, 19 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 29 mm. Thickness 12 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-8-01 |
Good Slightly scratched HANDS Original |
Notes
Ref. 3794
is a perfect example of Rolex's quest into adventurous and unusual case designs during their creations of midsized wristwatches. The watch originally came with a ridged bezel that is often worn, making the bezel look smooth. The width of the bezel gives it a unique look. To the best of our knowledge only three other such watches have been offered at auction to date.
is a perfect example of Rolex's quest into adventurous and unusual case designs during their creations of midsized wristwatches. The watch originally came with a ridged bezel that is often worn, making the bezel look smooth. The width of the bezel gives it a unique look. To the best of our knowledge only three other such watches have been offered at auction to date.