Jlatreille
Silver Member
This watch was originally purchased with the understanding it was from 1961 but after a bit more research and review of the serial I have dated it to 1951 due to the recycle of serial numbers in the 50’s. This watch is in unreal condition for its age. I have brought it to my local watch maker and he confirmed the watch is all original and the movement is running strong. This aligns perfectly with what was told to me when I bought the watch. Here is the back story form the previous seller.
“This watch was purchased from the widow of the original owner a few months back. The original owner was apparently quite the watch fanatic having a collection of several Rolex's from this era.
According to his wife, this watch wasn't worn as much as his others, but the watch is 100% all original and was last serviced in 2009 (just the movement). The watch includes the original crown, all edges are sharp, the lug holes are perfect and the watch is keeping incredible time (within 5 seconds last I checked).”
After doing a bunch of research and having it looked at I am looking to sell for $2,000. It is rare to find a watch like this in this good of condition. Also this dial is harder to come by which I think adds to the character of the watch. It is 30mm but still wears amazingly well on my wrist which is 7.25”. This would be the perfect piece for any vintage collectors display case. Pleas feel free to PM me if you have any questions or would like additional photos.
Cheers!
Jay
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“This watch was purchased from the widow of the original owner a few months back. The original owner was apparently quite the watch fanatic having a collection of several Rolex's from this era.
According to his wife, this watch wasn't worn as much as his others, but the watch is 100% all original and was last serviced in 2009 (just the movement). The watch includes the original crown, all edges are sharp, the lug holes are perfect and the watch is keeping incredible time (within 5 seconds last I checked).”
After doing a bunch of research and having it looked at I am looking to sell for $2,000. It is rare to find a watch like this in this good of condition. Also this dial is harder to come by which I think adds to the character of the watch. It is 30mm but still wears amazingly well on my wrist which is 7.25”. This would be the perfect piece for any vintage collectors display case. Pleas feel free to PM me if you have any questions or would like additional photos.
Cheers!
Jay
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