What's Selling Here - February 2, 2024

By Charlie Dunne

Cartier Tank Louis in 18K White Gold on White Gold Bracelet Unpolished

I’m thrilled to offer this Cartier Tank Louis. The watch is in outstanding condition. The case measures 24mm in diameter and 30mm lug-to-lug. It is paired on a beautiful anonymous vintage bracelet in white gold. These bracelets are incredibly rare and hard to find in white gold.

The case is made of 18k white gold. It dates to late 1970s. We believe it is unpolished.

The watch does not come with a box or papers. We do not know the service history and is running great.

To read more about vintage Cartier timepieces, read Charlie Dunne’s article My Dream Cartier Watch Collection.

Patek Philippe Amagnetic Reference 3417 on Gay Freres Bracelet w/ Extract

The Patek Philippe reference 3417 is an iconic model with a very interesting role in the manufacturer’s history. The 3417 was introduced in 1958 and remained in production into the late 1960s. While many antimagnetic timepieces were being produced - the likes of the Railmaster, Milgauss, Ingenieur - Patek Philippe created a refined offering for the professional. This example features a very attractive dial which we believe to be untouched. The case has been lightly polished, but strong. The watch measures 35mm in diameter (43mm lug-to-lug).

This watch does not include the original box and papers. It is powered by the calibre 27-AM 400. It comes with the Patek Philippe Extract from the Archives and was produced in 1959 and sold in 1960. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

It is paired on a beautiful Gay Freres bracelet which is period correct.

Patek Philippe Reference 5140R-011 Full Set Unpolished

The Patek Philippe reference 5140R-011 is an awesome annual calendar model. The model is now discontinued. This particular example is a beautiful 18K rose gold model. We believe the case is unpolished. The case measures 37mm in diameter (45mm lug to lug).

The watch comes with box and certificate of origin and additional Patek Philippe paperwork. The watch was sold in 2020. We do not know the service history but it is running well. It features an exhibition case back and comes with a gold case back as well.

Blancpain Perpetual Calendar in 18K Yellow Gold

This Blancpain is a very cool complicated timepiece. The perpetual calendar is highly legible and the applied-Roman numerals are very sophisticated. We believe the 18K yellow gold case is unpolished. It measures approximately 33mm in diameter and 38mm in length.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. The watch has great provenance from an American horologist.

Rolex Tropical Double Red Sea-Dweller Reference 1665 Unpolished

This Rolex Sea-Dweller reference 1665 features the highly desired and vibrant "Double Red" dial. The watch measures 40mm in diameter. We believe it is unpolished. The amazing tropical dial has the original tritium lume on the dial and hands. The aluminum bezel insert is in very strong condition with a beautiful fade. The watch features a 3.09 million serial dating to circa 1972. It is paired on the original “Pateted” 9315 bracelet with 285 end links (which is extremely difficult to find).

The watch does not come with box and papers. I previously purchased it from the original owner. Overall, this is an amazing opportunity to get a spectacular Rolex sports watch. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Rolex Big Red Daytona Reference 6265 Unpolished

This Rolex Daytona reference 6265 is an outstanding example in spectacular condition. The luminous hands and plots on the dial are very attractive with a warm tone. We believe the case is unpolished. The watch features a very crisp and tight bracelet. A portion of the case back sticker still remains. It was hardly worn. This watch is from circa 1979, with a serial number in the 6.0 million range.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well and keeping good time. For those who are looking to add an incredible “Big Red” Daytona to their collection, this watch out of this world and I would love to have it in my personal collection.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Tribute To Deep Sea Full Set

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Tribute to Deep Sea is one of my favorite Tribule models from the manufacturer. The unsigned crowns, dimensions and fauxtina are very well executed. We believe the case is unpolished.

The watch comes with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Tudor Submariner Reference 7016/0 Unpolished

This Tudor Submariner is a fantastic sports watch. The watch was made in circa 1974. The watch is in excellent condition. We believe the case is unpolished. The bracelet is period correct Rolex C&I bracelet.

It comes with a box and does not come with papers. It has just been serviced. It features a TrueDome crystal and was regulated by Dr. Greg Petronzi.

Rolex Submariner Reference 114060 Full Set

The Rolex Submariner is one of the most renowned sports watches of all time. This reference 114060 was originally sold in 2015. We believe the case is unpolished.

To learn more about the Rolex Submariner, you can watch my ‘Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex Submariner’ video and read the corresponding article.

The watch comes with box and papers from the original owner. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Rolex Daytona John Mayer Reference 116508 Full Set Unpolished

Nicknamed for the 2nd appearance on HODINKEE Talking Watches, this Rolex Daytona reference 116508 with green anniversary dial would take on the rockstar nickname "John Mayer". Despite being a departure from the Daytona’s utility-based nature, this model has become admired amongst a range of Rolex collectors and has been spotted on many other notable wrists including Jonah Hill’s. It has recently been discontinued. The watch is in fantastic condition. We believe it is unpolished.

The watch comes full set from the original owner. It was sold in 2023 - the final year of production for the John Mayer.

Rolex Explorer II Reference 16570

This Rolex Explorer II reference 16570 is a fantastic sports watch. The case measures 40mm and has a case thickness of 12.2 mm. It has been polished in the past. The watch features a P Serial and dates to circa 2000.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Rolex Explorer II Reference 226570 Brand New Full Set

This Rolex Explorer II reference 216570 is an awesome example. The case measures 42mm in diameter (and 50.5mm lug-to-lug). This example is unpolished. It is in new condition and was sold in 2024.

This watch comes from the original owner and is “full set” with box or papers.

Universal Genève Polerouter Date Tropical Reference 204610 Unpolished

The Polerouter is an iconic watch designed by Gérald Genta and remains one of the great affordable vintage watches. This Universal Genève Polerouter Date is a super cool reference 204610. The dial has developed a tropical brown.

We believe the case is unpolished. It was made by Huguenin Frères. The case measures 34mm in diameter (42mm lug-to-lug). It is powered by the automatic calibre 218-2 microtor movement.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Rolex Confetti Dial Day-Date Reference 1803 in White Gold Unpolished

This Rolex Day-Date reference 1803 is a super attractive example. It features a black dial with nice character developing to a “confetti dial”. The watch features a 5.2M serial and dates to circa 1978. The white gold case is very nice and we believe it is unpolished.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.