Roger Smith

Series 2 | A white gold semi-skeletonised wristwatch with Daniel's co-axial escapement and power reserve indication, Circa 2016

Auction Closed

April 24, 08:45 AM GMT

Estimate

2,400,000 - 4,800,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

Roger Smith

Series 2

A white gold semi-skeletonised wristwatch with Danieꦗl's co-axial escapement and power reserve indication, Cꦬirca 2016

Dial: semi-skeletonised

Calibre: mechanical, jewelled

Movement number: 44 OD

Case: 18k white gold, sap🌞phire crystal display back secured by 6 screws

Case number: 44 OD

Closure: blue unsigned leather strap and 18k white golꦺd Roger Smith ᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚbuckle

Size: 40 mm diameter

Signed: case, dial and movement

Accessories: Roger Smith Ownership and Servic🍷e History bookletꦰ and presentation box

Described by Roger Smith as "probably the most important watch in the history of the company", the Series 2 started production in 2006 and was the brand's first watch to be made entirely in-house. Production is scarce fo🔯r the Series 2, with not more than 70 examples produced every decade. Beating in the heart of the movement would be the single wheel version of the Daniels co-axial escapement. The present example is openworked and represents the finest attention to details of the English watchmaker. The chapter ring is silvered and engraved with black minute markers and fitted with Roman numerals, the hands are steel blued to a purple hue, the movement with a custom floral like engraving. The white gold case is hand engraved with lettering and numbers with English gold hallmarks. Production of the present piece started in 2015 and delivered in 2016, complete with the Owner's booklet with Roger Smith's very own signature and guarantee, and comes with a pristine presentation box.

Roger Smith Series 2

白金半鏤空腕錶，備丹尼爾斯同軸擒縱及動力儲備顯示，約2016年製

附帶用家保養手冊及盒子

Please note th𒁃at the movement has not been tested for the accura🃏cy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense.

Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacem🌟ent of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.

Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Busine🐭ss, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.

"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."