Geneva, May 15, 2023

LOT 320

ROLEX, REF. 6536, SUBMARINER, RED DEPTH, STEEL

CHF 40,000 - 60,000

EUR 40,700 - 62,000 / USD 45,100 - 68,000 / HKD 354,000 - 540,000

A very fine and extremely rare, early, self-winding, stainless steel diver's wristwatch


Grading System
Grade:
Case: 3-8

Good

Slightly scratched

Dial: 2-6-04

Very good

Slightly oxidized

HANDS Later

Brand Rolex, Switzerland

Model Submariner

Reference 6536

Year circa 1955

Case No. 89208

Bracelet stainless steel Rolex riveted bracelet (7206/58), approx. overall length 180 mm.

Diameter 37 mm.

Caliber 1030, 25 jewels

Signature Dial, case and movement signed

Notes

During the development of early dive watches from Rolex, there was still some experimenting going on in regards to the dial writings, colours and references. This 6536 considered to be part of the early batch of dive watches actually having the name Submariner on the dial is a perfect example of this. With a very early serial number of 5 digits, it features the reference 6538 crossed out in the back and replaced with the reference 6536. Furthermore it features the depth printed in red which would very soon be discontinued in favour of all gilt graffics. The dial also has the characteristic 6 o clock marker that is in a slightly whiter shade than the rest of the indexes, insuring its authenticity. A rare insight to the world of early Rolex Submariners.