Sylvester Stallone to public sale Expendables 2 watch and £4M timepiece
Sylvester Stallone is putting a selection of his watches up for auction, including the exact model he wore in The Expendables 2.
The actor, 77, is a passionate watch collector and admitted that it was ‘bittersweet’ to be selling 11 of his timepieces at Sotheby’s next month.
Among the luxury collection, is a Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 PAM00382, which he wore in the Expendable sequel, back in 2012.
The model was also worn by his co-stars Dolph Lundgren, Jason Statham, Terry Crews and Randy Couture in the action film.
The watch, dubbed ‘Bronzo’, is estimated to sell for between $30,000 to 60,000 (£23,860 to £47,720) and is accompanied by a signed movie poster of The Expendables 2.
Sylvester Stallone is putting a selection of his watches up for auction, including the exact model he wore in The Expendables 2
Among the luxury collection, is a Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 PAM00382, which he wore in the Expendable sequel, back in 2012 (pictured wearing watch in film)
The model was also worn by his co-stars Dolph Lundgren, Jason Statham, Terry Crews and Randy Couture in the action film (Jason pictured wearing model with Sylvester and Terry)
Sylvester is also parting ways with an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Tourbillon 50th Anniversary, which could fetch between 100,000 to 200,000 dollars (£79,500 to £159,000) and an engraved Cartier Pasha Seatimer W301970M.
But the star of the collection is a Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime 6300, which was unveiled in 2014 and designed to be the Swiss manufacturer’s most complicated wristwatch in its history.
It comprises 20 complications, including five chiming modes, a reversible case, two independent dials and six patented innovations.
The rare watch is worth an eye-watering sum, expected to sell at auction for between $2.5 and five million (£1.99 million and £3.97 million).
It comes in its single sealed casing with a presentation box engraved with Sylvester’s name as well as a certificate of origin confirming him as the original purchaser.
While the package also includes extra goodies including an Apple iPad with a bespoke Patek Philippe leather case, Apple airpods, a travel case, USB drive and cufflinks.
Another of Sylvester’s Patek Philippe watches – the Reference 5711/1300A-001 – is expected to fetch between $200,000 and 400,000 (£159,000 and £318,000).
Speaking about his decision to let the pieces go, the Hollywood star said it had been a ‘privilege’ to own the timepieces and that they ‘serve as a reminder that hard work pays off’.
The watch, dubbed ‘Bronzo’, is estimated to sell for between $30,000 to 60,000 (£23,860 to £47,720) and is accompanied by a signed movie poster of The Expendables 2 (watch pictured)
But the star of the collection is a Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime 6300 (pictured), which is expected to sell at auction for between $2.5 and five million (£1.99 million and £3.97 million)
Sylvester said: ‘I’ve had the privilege of owning some truly remarkable watches over the years, each with its own unique character and history.
‘I enjoy the collecting process like so many others in this passionate community, who don’t just see watches as an accessory, but admire them for their history, craftsmanship, artistry – but most importantly – how they make them feel.
‘Looking at these watches, I feel truly lucky to have owned them; they serve as a reminder that hard work pays off.
‘While parting ways with this collection is bittersweet, I cherish that I’ve owned them with pride, and hope they will be appreciated and admired in their next homes.’
Geoff Hess, Sotheby’s head of watches, Americas said: ‘While many recognise Stallone as the legendary actor behind characters like Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, watch enthusiasts know the legendary actor to be a noteworthy, influential and truly passionate collector.
‘Each watch in this collection is imbued with his appreciation for fine craftsmanship and artistry; from the intricate mastery of a Patek complication, to the unexpected elegance of a piece-unique Panerai.
‘Not only does Sly’s collection offer discerning collectors the chance to acquire a rare work of horology, but one which has been handpicked and cherished by an American icon as well.
Speaking about his decision to let the pieces go, the Hollywood star said it had been a ‘privilege’ to own the timepieces and that they ‘serve as a reminder that hard work pays off’ (pictured in February)
‘It’s particularly thrilling to bring the astonishing Patek Grandmaster Chime, one of the most complicated wristwatches in the world, to the rostrum at Sotheby’s.
‘With Sly being a personal friend, the opportunity to work with him and present this part of his collection to market is a privilege that eclipses virtually any watch project I’ve worked on in my career.’
Sylvester’s collection is headlining Sotheby’s Important Watches auction, taking place in New York on June 5.
