Rolex Oyster Precision ‘1959’ Rare Gents Ref 6422 Vintage 9K Solid Gold Watch

Description: Sometimes less really is more, and this Rolex Oyster Precision solid gold embodies that ideal. It has an understated design, void of anything extra, simply meant to keep time while looking good. A charming 9 carat vintage Rolex Oyster Precision Swiss ‘gentleman’s dress watch. These are highly sought after watches. This watch not only retains its original charm with dial patina, but it is also in superb functioning order keeping accurate time. Recently inspected and tested by a Rolex specialist watchmaker with no issues to report running very well. Ready to treasure and enjoy! The Oyster Precision is one of the most straightforward watches Rolex has ever built. The watch is truly about representing the essentials, with no added distractions. This example is fitted in a 34mm much sought after 9 carat solid gold case with a smooth gold bezel, so it actually wears a little larger than its measurement might seem. The original dial is classic, with a silver finish and a satin touch, along with raised gold arrow markers for precise legibility. Aged lume plots with SWISS indication at the bottom of the dial. Not forgetting the symmetry allowed by the lack of a date window. This example is fitted with a classic and comfortable new aftermarket strap band. It's a watch you could wear daily without ever getting tired of it, featuring a timeless design with attractive and well-balanced simplicity. This Rolex was produced as part of the Precision range which was first introduced in the 1940's. Rolex did produce a number of minimalist, elegant gold dress watches to compete with the likes of Patek Philippe ‘Calatrava’ and Vacheron Constantin’s ‘Patrimony’. The Pateks and Vach’s are selling for 3/4 times more than this Rolex today albeit this watch is clearly a sleeper. Gold Rolex dress watches such as this offer enduring style to those that appreciate understated elegance. A rare vintage 9 carat solid gold Gents Rolex - The understated and utterly timeless Rolex. The Original Dial: Signed Rolex Precision - Swiss. Light Silvered dial has raised gold Arrow markers. The raised gold Rolex coronet sits proudly at ‘12’ - Gold pointed baton lume filled hands with a gold tapered sweep seconds hand, applied minute indices to chapter ring with aged lume plots sitting behind the hour markers. Please note-: Dial has noticeable marks and scratches commensurate with age and wear the lume plots appear to have been perished over time. Please observe photographs. Original Case: 9ct carat solid gold ‘Oyster’ case bearing hallmarks. Stylish powering down turned lugs with a smooth chamfered bezel. The case has hairline scratches upon close inspection associated with precious metals commensurate with age and daily wear. Original Case Back Cover Outer: Solid gold milled edge case cover. Has surface scratches commensurate with age and wear associated with precious metals. Overall in good solid condition for the age, screws perfectly flush without any issues. Original Case Back Cover Inner: Signed Montres Rolex SA Geneva 9 375 bearing hallmarks. Serial numbered 483*** dating to 1959 on the Rolex date register - In good overall condition. Original Movement: Signed Montres Rolex SA Geneva Swiss 17 Jewels numbered *N76531*. Good condition and in superb working order keeping accurate time. Inspected and tested recently by a Rolex specialist watchmaker with no issues to report. The watch carries its original high-grade Rolex Calibre 1210, 17 Jewels movement, which as can be seen in the photographs, is in good condition. The movement is all correctly signed. These movements are strong, accurate and very reliable making the watch appropriate for regular everyday use. This particular movement is in top condition and with regular servicing, every 3 years, you can expect this watch to run very happily for many more decades to come! Original Crystal: Good condition. Original Crown/Winder: Signed with the Rolex coronet and dash in relief. The crown is in good functioning order - very smooth. Aftermarket Strap/Buckle: Recently fitted new aftermarket unauthentic good quality Brown vintage leather strap and gold plated buckle. *Photographs form part of the description please observe carefully* Please note this Rolex is over 65 years old and a well used vintage watch. Shipping DHL insured registered post World wide. Buyer responsible for any taxes or duties due which may delay or hold up your shipment at destination port. Maker: Rolex Model: Oyster Precision Swiss Reference: 6422 Year: 1959 Case No: 483*** Material: 9 Carat Solid Gold Dimensions: 34mm diameter; 9mm thickness Crystal: Plexiglass Lume: Raduim Caliber: Rolex, manually-wound. Caliber 1210 Aftermarket Strap Band: New Leather Strap And Buckle Lug Width: 19mm Box/Papers: No Additional Information; Founded in 1905 in England by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis as Wilsdorf & Davis, the partnership became known as the Rolex Watch Company in 1915, moving to its new Geneva headquarters in 1919. The success of the wristwatch can be largely attributed to many of Rolex’s innovations which made the company one of the most respected and well-known of all luxury brands. These have included its famous “Oyster” case — the world’s first water-resistant and dustproof watch case, invented in 1926 — and its “Perpetual” — the world’s first reliable, self-winding movement for the wristwatch, launched in 1933. These would form the foundation for Rolex’s Datejust and Day-Date, respectively introduced in 1945 and 1956. Also and equally importantly, Rolex is known for its sports watches, such as the Explorer, Submariner and GMT-Master launched in the mid-1950s.

Price: 2650 GBP

Location: Birmingham

End Time: 2024-12-04T17:15:06.000Z

Shipping Cost: 61.88 GBP