Important Collectors Wristwatches, P...
Geneva, Nov 16, 2008
LOT 597
Ref. 6536/1, Gilt Dial Rolex, ?Oyster Perpetual, 100 / 330, Submariner", case No. 155062, Ref. 6536/1. Made in 1956. Fine and rare, early, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch with a later stainless steel Rolex Oysterlock bracelet.
CHF 6,500 - 8,500
USD 6,000 - 8,000 / EUR 4,000 - 5,500
Sold: CHF 13,200
C. Three-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back and Twinlock crown, graduated bi-directional revolving black bezel for the decompression times, curved lugs. D. Black, matte, with luminous baton, triangular and round indexes, outer gilt minute track. Luminous steel skeleton hands. M. Cal. 1030, rhodium plated, 25 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to temperatures and 5 positions, shock absorber, self-compensating blued Breguet balance spring, index regulator, ?butterfly? rotor. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 37 mm. Thickness 13 mm. Approx overall length 170 mm
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-15-02 |
Good Slightly rusted HANDS Service hands |