De Bethune

Model: Limited to 25 "Yellow Submarine" Illuminating 
Renowned for relentless innovation, in the DB28GS, Denis Flageollet and his team have produced one of the most ground-breaking divers watches ever made. One of only 25 pieces, the watch features a mechanically powered, internal lighting system that illuminates both the dial and the rotating bezel, the "Yellow Submarine" is nothing short of ingenious. Hosting a full gamut of DB's patented and signature innovations from the floating lugs, triple parechute shock absorption and aerodynamic balance wheel, there is a strong case to be made that this represents the perfect distillation of De Bethune's first 20 years.
Supremely comfortable in ultra-light yellow treated Titanium and black Zirconium, this example is found in unworn condition, and complete with the original DB box, certificate and accessories.

Price £179,500 

Audemars Piguet

Ref. 25898ST/O/0020VE/01
Model: Star Wheel 
To commemorate their 125 year anniversary, Audemars Piguet produced the Millenary Star Wheel 25898ST in a Limited Series of steel and gold watches. The current example, one of 125 pieces features a rich, ink like blue dial that contrast with the white accents and two tone satin and polished steel case. Unusual in complication the Star Wheel is fast growing in appreciation as a spectacular departure from the brands perceived role in the luxury realm of sports watches.

Price £39,950 

Audemars Piguet

Ref. 25860ST.0.1110ST.01
Model: Royal Oak Chronograph 
The Royal Oak Chronograph ref 25860ST shares the full genetic codes of the original Royal Oak, as while it can be considered a sportier version than the time only model due to the presence of a chronograph function, it retains an incredibly elegant and suave presence that makes it one of the most versatile chronographs of its generation.This reference is nicknamed "Kasparov" by collectors as the legendary chess Grandmaster Garry Kasparov wore one during his professional games and would always remove it from his wrist prior to his last, winning moves. The present example, found in excellent condition is found with an Audemars Piguet box.

Rolex

Ref. 116518LN
Model: Cosmograph Daytona 
Striking and perhaps the perfect summer watch, this Daytona 116518LN harks back to the great yellow gold 6263s of the past, but with the added practicality of the Oysteflex bracelet. Complete with full accessories and found in "as-new" condition this modern interpretation of the Jet Set Daytona is the perfect addition to any collection.

Price £36,900 

A. Lange & Söhne

Ref. 111.021
Model: Little Lange 1 
The notion of a time capsule in collecting is perhaps used too frequently, but when a rare and iconic reference presents itself with all the early original manufacture's specifications and full accessories it deserves such a mantle. Found here with its original 36mm 18k yellow gold case, early case back engraving and small "MIG" dial the present little Lange embodies so many of the qualities that make early Lange so fascinating for collectors of neo-vintage watches. Added to this rarely seen specification are a full compliment of accessories including International Guarantee and Original Bill of Sale. So impressed upon initial inspection the current example of the reference 111.021 featured in the Phillips exhibition, "Made in Germany, a tribute to early Lange 1 and Datograph" in March 2022.

Price £43,750 

Moritz Grossmann

Ref. MG-000854
Model: Atum Date 
With a total production of only a few hundred watches per year, Moritz Grossman timepieces are as rare as they are distinctive. Well known for their razor thin, perfectly annealed hands, bold teutonic cases and beautifully hand finished movements with characteristic white sapphire jewels. This 'Contemporary' example features a clever travelling date window similar to the Roger Smith Series 4. Powered by the hand-wound calibre 100.3 movement with hand engraved balance bridge, signature stop seconds mechanism and 42 hour power reserve. Sourced in unworn, 'new' condition with the original box and certificate, this example even retains the original retailer price tag on the buckle.

Price £23,750 

Patek Philippe

Ref. 5070R-001
Unsealed by Phillips for photography, this 5070R has remained boxed from Geneva for 15 years. With its distinctive 42mm Rose Gold case now oxidised, the present example has a rare, unique and charming patina. Rarely found in such a state of preservation it remains a seldom found example of a much admired reference with its Lemania based chronograph complication. Complete with its original guarantee, deposit receipt, leather wallet and booklets. This 2007 is one of the last examples before it was phased out in 2008.

Price £69,500