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New York, Mar 05, 2009

LOT 343

Ref. 3794 "Life Saver" Rolex Oyster Perpetual, Chronometer, Ref. 3794. Made in the 1930s. Fine and very rare, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel midsized wristwatch.

USD 2,000 - 3,000

EUR 1,600 - 2,300 / CHF 2,300 - 3,500

Sold: USD 1,920

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 guilloche seconds dial. Steel alpha hands. M. Cal. 9 3/4"', rhodium-plated, 19 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, Super-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