ROLEX, REF. 116688, YACHT MASTER II, AN ATTRACTIVE 18K YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH REGATTA TIMERImportant information about this lot
Price Realised USD 37,800
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USD 20,000 - USD 30,000
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: 17 Jun 2022
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ROLEX, REF. 116688, YACHT MASTER II, AN ATTRACTIVE 18K YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH REGATTA TIMER
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Lot Essay
The regatta timer is used by the skipper of a yacht to determine when their vessel can cross the starting line. The countdown is usually under ten minutes, allowing the boats to prepare for the race ahead by tacking back and forth at the starting line. Having a precise timer at this point is essential as not penalized by crossing the staring line preemptively. The Yacht-Master II has a flyback regatta timer that allows the wearer to time the countdown for a chosen period of up to ten minutes. In addition, the countdown can be adjusted while in use so that it can be as accurate as possible in accordance to the audible signals given at the start of race. The blue “Command Bezel,” as named by Rolex, can be turned to set the countdown timer and the re-set button allows the seconds hand to fly back to zero and the minute hand to fly to the nearest minute, allowing for incredible precision.
With a strong nautical feel, the present watch stands out because of its bright blue bezel, red countdown hand and large white dial. Furthermore, this special limited edition timepiece celebrates 100 years of The Panama Canal, a 77 kilometer ship canal which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, first used in 1914.
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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.
The present lot is offered in fair overall condition. The dial is in good overall condition with no signs of age or spotting. The case is in fair overall condition with visible signs of wear all throughout, consistent with the age and frequent use of the timepiece. The bracelet is in fair overall condition with signs of wear consistent with the age and case of the watch. The clasp is in good overall condition with signs of wear consistent with the bracelet and case. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.
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We thank you for your interest in the forthcoming sale. We remind you again that all property is sold “as is” and should be viewed personally by you or by your professional advisor before the sale to assess its condition.
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ROLEX, REF. 116688, YACHT MASTER II, AN ATTRACTIVE 18K YELLOW GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH REGATTA TIMEREstimate: USD 20,000 - 30,000
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