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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.


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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.