Lot #2420
Daniel Roth Tourbillon 8 Days Power Reserve 197.X.60.161.CN.BA 18k WG with Guarantee
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Introduction
Founded in 1989, Daniel Roth is long-established as one of the early entrants in the independent watchmaking space, which has since ballooned in popularity with brands like Urwerk, MB&F, and Richard Mille launching from the very foundations that Daniel Roth laid. With their distinctive styling, fresh take on design, and technical prowess, the indie watchmaker quickly rose to fame. An emblematic example of their watchmaking guile, the Master’s Tourbillon 8-Day ref. 197.X.60 is a spectacular timepiece inside and out. A stunningly beautiful watch that symbolizes Daniel Roth’s craftsmanship and technical prowess like none other, this incredible tourbillon-touting timepiece also features a triple-handed tourbillon cage with hands of varying lengths that sweep over 20-second scales as the tourbillon rotates that allows it to double as a running subseconds dial. Paired with this vastly complex feature is a stunning silver dial with Clous-de-Paris guilloche engraving and concentric satin finish along the chapter rings, which combine with the 41mm 18k white gold ellipsocurvex case to create a wonderful monochromatic aesthetic that is just sublime on the wrist. Beyond just the complexity of its 8-Day tourbillon, the ref. 197.X.60 also boasts a Cartier Tank Basculante-inspired feature whereby its case can rotate 180 degrees over its 12 to 6 o’clock axis, revealing a second silver dial that is just as beautifully decorated as its reverse with Clous-de-Paris guilloche engraving and concentric satin finishing. Boasting a large pointer date dial and a digital power reserve indicator that reveals the number of days left in the movements mainspring, this secondary dial adds to the ref. 197.X.60 complexity in an intriguing manner that only its owner is lucky enough to enjoy.
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Grade
M 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch, papers, booklets, hang tag and push-pin
Est. value range
$40,000 – $60,000
The Details
Brand
Daniel Roth
Dimensions
41mm
Model
Masters Tourbillon 8-Days
Movement
Manual-wind cal. DR 720
Reference
197.X.60.161.CN.BA
Bracelet
Crocodile leather strap
Year
Mid 2000's
Condition
Excellent
Material
18kt white gold
Included
Watch, papers, booklets, hang tag and push-pin
Dial Color
Silver
THE DIAL
Fitted with a stunning two-tone silver dial, the ref. 197.X.60's dial sports a stunning Clois de Paris guilloche engraving within its center and stain-brushed finishing along the chapter ring housing the Roman numerals and above the one-minute tourbillon that sits within a polished cage in between vertical brushed finishing on either side.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Fitting snug on the wrist thanks to its comfortable proportions, this incredibly rare 18kt white gold timepiece offers a wearing experience unlike anything else due to Daniel Roth's unique ellipsocurvex shape.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in excellent condition. Case has light surface wear throughout that is commensurate with age. Scratches are visible primarily along the bezel and other polished areas of the case. The case back features crisp engravings that are easy to read. Caeback features a scratch to the right of the reference number. Both dials are in very attractive original condition. Crocodile leather strap is worn and comes fitted with its original 18kt white gold pin buckle.
Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.
Our Perspective
Boasting an immensely complicated movement that is reflected in how complex the Master's Tourbillion 8-Days' ellipsocurvex case is with its Tank Basculante-inspired reversible design, the ref. 197.X.60 showcases Daniel Roth's tenacious dedication to horology and incredible craftsmanship.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
