Braun - 4789 (AW10) SUMITOMO – Rare Japanese Corporate Watch – Dieter Rams – NOS – w/Box - No reserve price - Men - 1989

Braun 4789 (AW10) SUMITOMO – Rare Collector’s Watch – Bauhaus – Dieter Rams Design – Made in Germany - w/Box

Condition:

NOS – unworn and extremely rare collector’s piece. This Braun AW10 model 4789 is a SUMITOMO corporate edition, not intended for regular retail. The silver dial prominently features the BRAUN branding alongside the SUMITOMO lettering and the company logo.

The watch is unworn and comes with its box in an exceptionally beautiful original condition. Only minimal age-related storage traces cannot be completely ruled out.

Transparency note:

The original strap including the original clasp is also present and appears unworn. Due to its age, however, the strap should still be considered a wear item.

Origin:
From a collector

Important information:
All watches are offered without a minimum price; the final selling price is determined by the highest bid at the end. Each watch is fitted with a new brand battery before sale and tested for functionality for at least one week.

No guarantee is provided for accuracy, consistent running, or water resistance.

Notes:
Technically, the watch has been tested and functions faultlessly. All photos are unedited and taken with a macro lens to portray the actual condition as honestly and in as much detail as possible. The images are part of the description.

Description:

Iconic Braun AW 10 Ref. 4789, designed by Dieter Rams and Dietrich Lubs. A characteristic example of German industrial design with purposeful functional styling, clear typography, and the distinctive yellow seconds hand. Made in Germany, circa 1989.

This exemplar is an exceptionally rare SUMITOMO Corporate Edition, produced as a company edition for the Japanese Sumitomo corporate environment with historical roots in banking, and not intended for regular retail. The silver dial prominently bears the SUMITOMO wordmark and the company logo. The combination of Braun design classic and corporate edition makes this piece particularly interesting for collectors.

Features:
- Model: Braun AW 10 / Ref. 4789
- Edition: SUMITOMO Corporate Edition
- Design: Dieter Rams & Dietrich Lubs
- Year: circa 1989
- Movement: Quartz
- Dial: Silver
- Seconds hand: Yellow
- Diameter: approx. 33 mm without crown
- Made in Germany
- Special: SUMITOMO corporate dial
- Including box
- Case back: Stainless Steel Back

Bottom line:
An extraordinary piece of German design history in a rare Japanese corporate edition. The combination of the iconic Braun design by Dieter Rams and Dietrich Lubs with the SUMITOMO corporate dial elevates this AW 10 well above regular serial models. A timeless design classic with high recognizability and special collector appeal.

Shipping & Handling:
Shipping is via the Catawiki-TrustHands system according to the guidelines. Handling and shipping are completed within up to 3 business days after payment clearance.

Recommendation for buyers:
For long-term enjoyment, a regular appraisal or maintenance (service) by a watchmaker is recommended. Proper care protects the watch and preserves its function.

Documentation:
After sale, the watch will be shipped with detailed photos and a short functionality video as part of the documentation.