• cal. 17''' ultra thin manual winding movement with nickel lever escapement, 29 jewels, cut bi-metallic compensation balance with peripheral timing screws and blued Breguet balance spring with terminal curve, two polished hammers on two gongs, wolf's tooth winding mechanism • white enamel dial, painted black and red Breguet numerals, yellow gold Louis-XV-style hands, subsidiary seconds, outer minute track • 18k yellow gold brushed and polished case, hinged cuvette, slide to activate the minute repeater at 3 • case, dial and movement signed, cuvette engraved David Billings Peck 1914 and case engraved David Cameron Peck 1942

Movement is in working condition while cataloguing, but it has not been tested for the accuracy of time keeping and a service might be required at the buyer's expense. Minute repeating function in working order. Dial in very good condition, slightly oxidized hands. Professionally polished case in very good condition, case back with several tiny scratches due to normal use. Overall in very good condition.
"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."

This watch features the ultra-thin minute-repeater calibre 17''', the so called “Crausaz balance”, made flatter and lighter to be invisible in its owner’s pocket. The hidden hinge to the case is a sign of the highest quality.