it features two spy scopes, a jump hour replica Bell & Ross BR0196D-BLK-SL Ladie's watches movement, and a world-time dial, everything you need to survive in the tough, tough world of international espionage (minus the Aston Martin, Walther PPK , and of course a hunnie or two.The watch was made by Gilbert in the 1960s as somewhat of a toy, although it is actually of considerable quality.Before this watch, Gilbert had been James Bond action figures.The watch itself measures an enormous 60mm in size, has two "sighting" scopes that can be pulled up from the large plate-case, and features an easy to read jump hour (or "digital") display, and even a world-time feature.
The movement even has a 21K gold rotor, not a bad replica A Lange & Sohne 403.035 Men's watch touch.This steel AP chronograph with date register looks to be in pretty good shape and comes with a deployment clasp.Now for the fun part.This watch is to be sold tomorrow in Antiquorum's auction, and pre-sale estimates are only $2500-$3500.It's pretty rare to find an AP automatic chronograph in this price bracket, usually any AP's you'll find in the sub $5000 range are quartz-based and teeny tiny.If you are interested in placing a bid on this AP chronograph, visit Antiquorum to register, and click here for further details on this affordable Audemars Piguet.
This Gilbert even features a SWISS movement, a mechanical one at that, not bad for a "toy".It comes on the original ivy replica Bell & RossVintage 120 V120BEI-SB Men striped NATO strap, the perfect compliment to this watch.You can find these watches for sale on ebay for around $600 but they are typically pretty beaten up, the one we have found today is completely unused and comes with all original documentation.It is being offered at $995, which may be a little aggressive, but then again James Bond fans are some of the most dedicated collectors in the world and we can guarantee someone is willing to pay that price.
