Important Watches, Wristwatches and C...
Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Oct 12, 1996
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer, "Rigid Hooded", Ref. 3065, produced in 1000 examples from 1939 to 1950. Very fine tonneau shaped, waterproof, center second, self-winding, 14K yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch.
C. massive, polished, satined, screwed back and crown, hooded lugs. D. black with radiumed Arabic numerals and indexes. "Skeleton" radiumed hands. M. 9 3/4"' rhodiumed, 17 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, selfcompensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. In very good condition. Diam. 32 mm.