Important Collectors' Wristwatches, P...

New York, Jun 15, 2005

LOT 82

So-called "Bombe" Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Officially Certified Chronometer, Ref. 5016. Made in the 1950s. Very fine, center-seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch.

USD 2,000 - 3,000

EUR 1,500 - 2,300

Sold: USD 5,750

C. Two-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back and crown, lapidated and shaped lugs.D. Matte silver with applied yellow gold Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds dial. Blued steel "feuille" hands.M. Cal. 9 3/4''', rhodium-plated, 19 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensatingBreguet balance-spring.Dial, case and movement signed.Diam. 33 mm. Thickness 14 mm.

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Grading System
Grade: A

Good

Case: 3 - 6
Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3 - 01