ROLEX, STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WITH SALMON DIAL, REF. 3330Important information about this lot
Price Realised HKD 1,000,000
Estimate
HKD 800,000 - HKD 1,600,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
Closed: 2 Jul 2020
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ROLEX, STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WITH SALMON DIAL, REF. 3330
References 3330 and 3335 are amongst the largest chronograph wristwatches ever produced by Rolex. Although not part of the instantly recognizable Oyster family, they have gained a distinguished position in the world of collector's watches, thanks to the twelve-hour register (a feature which was never available at Patek Philippe for example) and the beautiful case proportions, the perfect effigy of 1940s design.
The present example further outstands itself by the salmon coloured dial. Featuring both a telemeter and tachometer scale, the dial developed some very attractive and natural patina and turned in a slightly darker tone. Together with the sharp bezel and lugs, this fabulous timepiece is just to the taste of fans in vintage Rolex community.
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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
Movement: The movement is ticking at the time of cataloguing and all functions are working, the chronograph functions appear fully operational, however, a service is recommended.
Dial: The dial is original and nicely aged. The whole central part of the dial is slightly tarished and aged quite evenly into a darker tone. The outer rim with spotting amost throughout and patina mainly at 4 and 5 next to the telemetre scale.
Case: Inside of the case back stamped 3330 which is correct to the reference. Case back with surface scratches,case number is crisp and clear. Case is very strong with very minor surface wear. Lugs retain in strong angles and porportions. Bezel is sharp with surface scratches almost throughout. Bracelet: Unsigned stainless steel bracelet with light signs of wear. Overall length approximately 185 mm.
Overall condition: Very good for its age and extremely attractive.