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Rolex. A rare and unusual stainless steel and pink gold wristwatch with flared lugs

SIGNED ROLEX, CHRONOGRAPHE, ANTI MAGNETIQUE, REF. 4099, CASE NO. 268'538, MANUFACTURED IN 1943

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Rolex. A rare and unusual stainless steel and pink gold wristwatch with flared lugs
Signed Rolex, Chronographe, Anti Magnetique, Ref. 4099, case no. 268'538, manufactured in 1943
Cal. 13''' mechanical movement, 17 jewels, silvered dial, applied dot and Arabic numerals, outer black tachymetre and blue telemetre scales, two engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30 minutes register, circular case, extended downturned flared lugs, snap on back, two rectangular chronograph buttons in the band, gilt Rolex buckle, case, dial and movement signed
35 mm. diam.

Special Notice

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country. Prospective buyers should be aware that the importation of Rolex watches into the United States is highly restricted. Rolex watches may not be shipped into the USA and can only be imported personally. Generally a buyer may import only one watch into the USA. For further information please contact our specialists in charge of the sale. Please note other countries may have comparable import restrictions for luxury watches.

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Lot Essay

Reference 4099 is one of the rarest chronographs of Rolex's non-Oyster chronograph family. It stands out by its substantial and angled "flared" or "spider leg" lugs. It was made in stainless steel or in stainless steel and gold.

The present watch boasts a beautiful case with sharp lugs and a crisp serial number on the back. The dial shows some fading as can be expected with the passing of time, while also underlining the fact that it has never been tempered with. The signature is very clear. An overall rare and honest watch with a distinctive look. To our knowledge, no more than 100 pieces of this reference were produced, making this the perfect opportunity for collectors to secure a piece of Rolex lore.

A stainless steel version of reference 4099 is illustrated in 100 Superlative Rolex Watches by J. Goldberger, pp. 74-75.

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