Important Collectors' Wristwatches, P...

New York, Jun 11, 2009

LOT 201

Ref. 6298 Explorer Rolex, ?Oyster Perpetual, Precision, Explorer, Selfwinding,? Ref. 6298. Made in 1953. Fine and rare, center seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel wristwatch.

USD 1,500 - 2,500

EUR 1,100 - 1,900 / CHF 1,700 - 2,800

Sold: USD 3,600

C. Three-body, polished and brushed, screwed down case back and crown, concave lugs, polished bezel. D. Matte silver with embossed yellow gold Arabic numerals, dart indexes and luminous dots, outer 1/5th seconds track. Luminous yellow gold feuille hands. M. Cal. A. 296, 10'''1/2, rhodium-plated, straightline lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating blued steel Breguet balance spring, index regulator. Dial, case and movement signed. Diam. 36 mm. Thickness 14 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-6-01

Good

Slightly oxidized

HANDS Original

Notes

The present lot was originally gold-plated; the plating has worn off, giving the watch the appearance again of stainless steel.