Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces

New York, Sep 14, 2011

LOT 253

ROLEX - REF. 4070 ARMY Rolex "Oyster, Army", No. 207844, Ref. 4070. Made in the 1940's. Fine and unusual, cushion-cased, center-seconds, waterresistant stainless steel wristwatch with expanding rivet bracelet. Accompanied by original fitted box and guarantee.

USD 2,500 - 3,500

CHF 2,000 - 2,700 / EUR 1,800 - 2,500

C. Two-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down steel case back. D. Silver with luminous Arabic numerals, outer minute/ second graduation. Luminous blued steel Mercedes hands. M. Cal. 10 1/2''' rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, Superbalance timed in 2 positions, self compensating Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 30 x 30 mm. Thickness 11.5 mm


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 2-8

Very good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 3-60*

Good

Plating slightly deteriorated

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-10-01

Good

Patinated

HANDS Original