Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 31, 1998
LOT 250
Rolex, Oyster Perpetual Chronometer, Ref. 3065, "Rigid Hooded", 1940's. Fine tonneau shaped, waterproof, centre second, selfwinding, yellow gold and stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch.
CHF 9,000 - 11,000
C. bi-colour, massive, polished, screwed back and crown, hooded lugs. D. champagne with radiumed Arabic numerals. "Skeleton" radiumed hands. M. 9 3/4 "' rhodium plated, 19 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, selfcompensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 32 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 4-5* |
Fair Poor Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |
Notes
Ref 3065
Produced in 1000 examples from 1939 to 1950.
A similar watch is pubished in Rolex, Collecting lih stwatches, by
Osvaldo Patrizzi, Guido Mondani Editore, Genova, 1998, p. 278.