Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces

Hog Kong, Feb 26, 2011

LOT 275

Rolex Ref. 3116, Oyster Chronometre Rolex, Oyster, Chronomètre, No. 42336, Ref. 3116. Made circa 1937. Fine, water-resistant, 18K yellow gold chronometer wristwatch. To be sold without reserve

HKD 12,000 - 20,000

USD 1,500 - 2,500 / EUR 1,200 - 2,000

Sold: HKD 15,000

C. Three-body, solid, polished, screwed down case back with dedication inscription, bezel and crown. D. Silver with black painted Arabic numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary seconds. Blued steel hands. M. 10 1/2 ''', rhodium plated, 18 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, ultra prima, timed for 6 positions, selfcompensating Breguet balance spring, index regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 29 mm. Thickness 11 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-10-01

Good

Patinated

HANDS Original