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Genuine Rolex 6494 Watch. Mens ROLEX OysterDate Precision. 1950s
Genuine Rolex 6494 Watch. Mens ROLEX OysterDate Precision. 1950s

Genuine Rolex 6494 Watch. Mens ROLEX OysterDate Precision. 1950s

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Stainless Steel Rolex Oysterdate 6494 Manual Windup Movement. Runs well.

Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Roulette Date (Two Colour Date Display)
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Roulette Date (Two Colour Date Display)

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Roulette Date (Two Colour Date Display)

By Rolex

Located in istanbul, TR

Condition Good Seller Notes “for vintage condition excellent” Bezel Color Silver Movement Mechanical (Manual) Closure Fliplock Clasp Number of Jewels 17 Jewels Dial Pattern Sunburst...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6406 Steel Cream Dial 1960s 24mm Ladies Watch
Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6406 Steel Cream Dial 1960s 24mm Ladies Watch

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6406 Steel Cream Dial 1960s 24mm Ladies Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

This vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision reference 6406 features a cream-tone dial with gold-tone baton indices, dauphine hands, and a date aperture at 3 o'clock, housed in a stainles...

Category

Vintage 1960s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Blue Dial Steel 1977 Leather Strap Watch
Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Blue Dial Steel 1977 Leather Strap Watch

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Blue Dial Steel 1977 Leather Strap Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

This vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision reference 6694 features a striking blue dial with applied gold-tone baton indices, gold Rolex crown logo, and a date aperture at 3 o'clock, ho...

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind Steel Oyster Bracelet Watch
Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind Steel Oyster Bracelet Watch

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 34mm Manual Wind Steel Oyster Bracelet Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision reference 6694 manual-wind watch in a 34mm stainless steel case featuring a silver-tone dial with applied baton hour markers, date window at 3 o'cl...

Category

20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind Mens Watch 6694
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind Mens Watch 6694

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Steel Silver Dial Manual Wind Mens Watch 6694

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

No original box and papers. 1 year seller warranty. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 6694 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Casual M...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref. 6694 Blue Dial 34mm Stainless Steel Wristwatch
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref. 6694 Blue Dial 34mm Stainless Steel Wristwatch

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref. 6694 Blue Dial 34mm Stainless Steel Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Crafted in stainless steel, the Rolex Oysterdate Precision reference 6694 is a classic manually wound Rolex dating to circa 1978–1979.

Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Champagne Brown Dial 34mm Watch
Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Champagne Brown Dial 34mm Watch

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Champagne Brown Dial 34mm Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision reference 6694 in stainless steel featuring champagne-brown sunburst dial with applied silver baton indices, date window at 3 o'clock, smooth polis...

Category

Vintage 1960s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver

Vintage 1960s Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Steel Silver Dial Manual 34mm
Vintage 1960s Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Steel Silver Dial Manual 34mm

Vintage 1960s Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Steel Silver Dial Manual 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Foundational Manual-Wind Oyster The Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 holds a unique place in the brand's history as one of the last manually wound Oyster models.

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA774

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1969, all original, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Sand Dial Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Sand Dial Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Sand Dial Steel

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

SKU 2318 Brand Rolex Model Oysterdate Precision Reference 6694 Dial Sand Dial Case Steel Bracelet Steel Diameter 36mm Movement Automatic Serviced Yes Box No Papers No

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic icon, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1967, unrestored, all original, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670B
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670B

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 1960s 34mm Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oysterdate Precision ref. 6694 manual wind, c.1967, unrestored, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1969 Tudor (Rolex) Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 7992 Watch - Stainless Steel
1969 Tudor (Rolex) Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 7992 Watch - Stainless Steel

1969 Tudor (Rolex) Oysterdate Vintage Mens Ref. 7992 Watch - Stainless Steel

By Tudor

Located in Suwanee, GA

Our Oysterdate has all of its original parts. Its original Rolex Oyster case presents in mint condition with only slight signs of previous polishing.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670C
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670C

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm 1960s Mens Vintage Manual Wind RA670C

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic icon, Rolex ref.6694 Mens Oysterdate Precision manual wind, c.1967, unrestored, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575B
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575B

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless classic, Rolex Men's Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1962, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575

Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref 6694 34mm Mens Manual Wind 1960s Vintage RA575

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Iconic classic, Rolex all-stainless steel Men's Oysterdate Precision 6694 hand-wind dress watch, c.1962, all original, in excellent working condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1974 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Stainless Steel Champagne Dial Manual 34mm
1974 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Stainless Steel Champagne Dial Manual 34mm

1974 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Stainless Steel Champagne Dial Manual 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Essential Rolex Experience The Oysterdate 6694 is a direct link to the foundation of Rolex.

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 W/ Rolex Rivet Oyster Elastic Bracelet
Rare Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 W/ Rolex Rivet Oyster Elastic Bracelet

Rare Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 W/ Rolex Rivet Oyster Elastic Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in Toronto, CA

Brand: Rolex Model: Oysterdate Precision Reference Number: 6694 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Manual winding Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Cas...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 W Rolex Rivet Oyster Elastic Bracelet ( 6635)
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 W Rolex Rivet Oyster Elastic Bracelet ( 6635)

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 W Rolex Rivet Oyster Elastic Bracelet ( 6635)

By Rolex

Located in Toronto, CA

Brand: Rolex Model: Oysterdate Precision Reference Number: 6694 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Manual winding Case Material: Stainless steel Measurements : Case ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1961 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Gold Plated Silver Sunburst Dial Manual 34mm
1961 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Gold Plated Silver Sunburst Dial Manual 34mm

1961 Rolex Oysterdate 6694 Gold Plated Silver Sunburst Dial Manual 34mm

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

A Mid-Century Entry To The Oyster Case The reference 6694 is a cornerstone of the vintage Rolex world, representing the classic manual-wind Oysterdate.

Category

Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dark Blue Sunburst Dial, 1970s
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dark Blue Sunburst Dial, 1970s

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Dark Blue Sunburst Dial, 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

The watch is available in a variety of sizes and styles, so there is sure to be one that is perfect for everyone. This Rolex Oysterdate is a popular choice for celebrities and athlet...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Vintage Oysterdate Precision Tessellated / Honeycomb Dial 34mm
Rolex Vintage Oysterdate Precision Tessellated / Honeycomb Dial 34mm

Rolex Vintage Oysterdate Precision Tessellated / Honeycomb Dial 34mm

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A rare vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision reference 6294, an exceptional vintage timepiece featuring a tessellated / honeycomb style pattern dial, and a full red date wheel at 3 o'cl...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex 6694 Oysterdate Precision Blue Sunburst Dial 34mm Watch
Rolex 6694 Oysterdate Precision Blue Sunburst Dial 34mm Watch

Rolex 6694 Oysterdate Precision Blue Sunburst Dial 34mm Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Product Specifications: Item Type: Vintage Manual Wind Dress Watch Brand: Rolex Collection: Oysterdate Precision Reference Number: 6694 Year: 1964 Case Size: 34mm Case Material: Stai...

Category

Vintage 1960s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Diamond Bezel and Original Dial 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Rivet Oyster Bracelet, 19mm Lug Width Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s
Rolex Rivet Oyster Bracelet, 19mm Lug Width Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s

Rolex Rivet Oyster Bracelet, 19mm Lug Width Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This bracelet was designed to fit vintage models like the Rolex Oysterdate Precision, reference 1500, and air king 5500 reference.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Rivet Oyster Bracelet, 19mm Lug Width Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s
Rolex Rivet Oyster Bracelet, 19mm Lug Width Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s

Rolex Rivet Oyster Bracelet, 19mm Lug Width Watch in Stainless Steel, 1970s

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This bracelet was designed to fit vintage models like the Rolex Oysterdate Precision, reference 1500, and air king 5500 reference.

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex vintage Oysterdate Steel Wrist Watch
Rolex vintage Oysterdate Steel Wrist Watch

Rolex vintage Oysterdate Steel Wrist Watch

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1967 Rolex Oyster Date Reference 6694 Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 Piece Oyster case. Caliber 1225 17 Jewel manual Wind, Nickle Lever movement. Custom Refinished "Cal...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Rolex Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Rolex Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made Rolex Blue Dial and Diamond Bezel

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Watch. Rolex ref. 6294 Oysterdate Precision Rare SS/YG Fluted Bezel Mens.
ROLEX Watch. Rolex ref. 6294 Oysterdate Precision Rare SS/YG Fluted Bezel Mens.

ROLEX Watch. Rolex ref. 6294 Oysterdate Precision Rare SS/YG Fluted Bezel Mens.

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Vintage Rolex Mens Watch Rare Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Case. Fluted Bezel ref.6294 White Gold Marker Dial. Windup Precision Movement. Runs well. Circa 1963 New Leather Ban...

Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Light Champagne Dial, 1960s
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Light Champagne Dial, 1960s

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Light Champagne Dial, 1960s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Red Dial circa, 1970's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Red Dial circa, 1970's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Red Dial circa, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Pink Dial 1970's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Pink Dial 1970's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Pink Dial 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Vintage Patinated Dial 1960's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Vintage Patinated Dial 1960's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Vintage Patinated Dial 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa, 1960's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa, 1960's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Celebration" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Dark Blue Dial circa 1970's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Dark Blue Dial circa 1970's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Unique Dark Blue Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Classic Oysterdate with Original Dial, circa 1970's
Rolex Stainless Steel Classic Oysterdate with Original Dial, circa 1970's

Rolex Stainless Steel Classic Oysterdate with Original Dial, circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x Diameter ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Dial circa, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 5500 / 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Dia...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Yellow Dial circa, 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Yellow Dial circa, 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Yellow Dial circa, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa, 1960's
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa, 1960's

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Factory Original Champagne Dial circa, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lug Tip to ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Yellow Dial circa, 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Yellow Dial circa, 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Yellow Dial circa, 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 43mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Blue Diamond Dial 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Bronze Dial From 1978
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Bronze Dial From 1978

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Bronze Dial From 1978

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1978 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 35m...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length "Lug Tip to Lug T...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Bronze Dial From 1978
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Bronze Dial From 1978

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Bronze Dial From 1978

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1978 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 35m...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length "Lug Tip to Lug T...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Oyster Bracelet & Rare Black Dial, 1979
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Oyster Bracelet & Rare Black Dial, 1979

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Original Oyster Bracelet & Rare Black Dial, 1979

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 1200 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1979 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 35m...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers
Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers

Rolex Steel Oysterdate with Rare Factory Original Silvered Dial and Gilt Markers

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 3...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Oysterdate with Custom Made "Mickey" Dial circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oysterdate / Reference 6694 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length "Lug Tip to Lug T...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

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Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Men's Watch
Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Men's Watch

Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Vintage Men's Watch. 34mm stainless steel case with a smooth bezel.

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Men's Watch
Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Men's Watch

Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Vintage Men's Watch. 34mm stainless steel case with a smooth bezel.

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Vintage Men's Watch
Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Vintage Men's Watch

Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Vintage Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Vintage Men's Watch. 34 mm stainless steel case with a smooth bezel.

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Stainless Steel Watch with Black Dial, 1972
Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Stainless Steel Watch with Black Dial, 1972

Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Stainless Steel Watch with Black Dial, 1972

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1972 Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Ref. 6694 Stainless Steel watch with Original Black Dial with Applied Gold Color Stick/Bar/Baton Markers.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex OysterDate 6094 Very Rare Dagger Dial Men's Watch
Rolex OysterDate 6094 Very Rare Dagger Dial Men's Watch

Rolex OysterDate 6094 Very Rare Dagger Dial Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex OysterDate 6094 Very Rare Dagger Dial Men's Watch 34mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Men's Stainless Steel Watch Brown Tropical Dial
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Men's Stainless Steel Watch Brown Tropical Dial

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Men's Stainless Steel Watch Brown Tropical Dial

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Model: Precision (17-Jewel Hand-Winding Movement) Model #6694 Serial #8270XX Year: 1953 Movement #1215 Movement Serial #372XX Stainless Steel Case w/ Smooth Bezel 33 mm in Diameter (...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Perpetual Chronometer Bubbleback #3065 Men's Watch Hooded Lugs
Rolex Oysterdate Perpetual Chronometer Bubbleback #3065 Men's Watch Hooded Lugs

Rolex Oysterdate Perpetual Chronometer Bubbleback #3065 Men's Watch Hooded Lugs

By Rolex

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Movement #N28993 Case #3065 14k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Hooded Lugs Case 31 mm in Diameter (34 mm w/ Crown) Lug-to-Lug Distance = 39 mm Lug-to-Lug Width = 18 mm Thickness = 1...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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14k Gold

Vintage Tudor Prince Oystedate Reference 7968 Stainless Steel Watch, 1959
Vintage Tudor Prince Oystedate Reference 7968 Stainless Steel Watch, 1959

Vintage Tudor Prince Oystedate Reference 7968 Stainless Steel Watch, 1959

By Tudor

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1959 Vintage Tudor by Rolex Prince Oysterdate Ref. 7968 Two Tone 14k Yellow Gold Smooth Bezel and Stainless Steel Case watch with Unique Dark Brown Dial with Applied Gold Color Arabi...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Men's Rolex Oysterdate Silver Dial Watch 6694
Men's Rolex Oysterdate Silver Dial Watch 6694

Men's Rolex Oysterdate Silver Dial Watch 6694

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Men's Rolex Oysterdate Silver Dial Watch 6694 - Automatic winding.

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oysterdate Ladies Watch 6466
Rolex Oysterdate Ladies Watch 6466

Rolex Oysterdate Ladies Watch 6466

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, PA

The Rolex Oysterdate Ladies Watch, reference number 6466, is as simple as it is sophisticated.

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oysterdate Reference #: 6494. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Stainless Steel Beige 34 MM.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oysterdate 6494, Beige Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oysterdate Reference #: 6494. Mens Mechanical Hand Wind Watch Stainless Steel Beige 34 MM.

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oysterdate 6723, Blue Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Oysterdate 6723, Blue Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Oysterdate 6723, Blue Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Oysterdate Reference #:6723. Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ladies 26 mm Vintage 2030 Automatic Watch 6723 Circa 1973.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Men's Watch
Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Men's Watch

Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex OysterDate Precision 6694 Vintage Men's Watch. 34mm stainless steel case with a smooth bezel.

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

1966 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch 6466 30mm Stainless #24507
1966 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch 6466 30mm Stainless #24507

1966 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch 6466 30mm Stainless #24507

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1966 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch Model: 6466 Serial: 1501972 This vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision watch is set in stainless steel Stainless steel band has very little stre...

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Vintage 1960s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694 Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

This Rolex OysterDate 6694 is made in stainless steel.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage ROLEX Oysterdate Precision Date Watch with Brown Leather Strap
Vintage ROLEX Oysterdate Precision Date Watch with Brown Leather Strap

Vintage ROLEX Oysterdate Precision Date Watch with Brown Leather Strap

By Rolex

Located in Flushing, NY

Vintage ROLEX Oysterdate Precision Date Watch with Brown Leather Strap Marked: ROLEX ACIERINOX SWISS MADE Approximate Dimensions: 25 cm (Length) 34 mm (Case Diameter) 1.9 cm (Strap...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Rolex Oysterdate 15010 – 34mm – Full Set – 1986 – Serviced
Rolex Oysterdate 15010 – 34mm – Full Set – 1986 – Serviced

Rolex Oysterdate 15010 – 34mm – Full Set – 1986 – Serviced

By Rolex

Located in London, GB

Rolex Oysterdate 15010 – 34mm – Full Set – 1986 – Serviced A true and honest vintage Rolex, this Rolex Oysterdate reference 15010 is presented with its original punched papers and or...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 1964 Riveted Bracelet NOS Mint Unworn
Rolex Oysterdate Precision 1964 Riveted Bracelet NOS Mint Unworn

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 1964 Riveted Bracelet NOS Mint Unworn

By Rolex

Located in Dearborn, MI

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 1964 Riveted Bracelet NOS Mint Unworn Genuine Oysterdate Precision Rolex Wrist Watch Rolex Precision 6694 Serial Number 1028567 Stainless Steel Rivet...

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Vintage 1960s Retro Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Oysterdate 34 6694
Rolex Oysterdate 34 6694

Rolex Oysterdate 34 6694

By Rolex

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W5019 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Oysterdate Model Ref: 6694 Age: Gender: Unisex Complete With: Xupes Presenation Pouch Dial: Champagne Baton Glass: Plexiglass Movement: Automat...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS
1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS

1956 Rolex Oysterdate Vintage Mens Midsize Unisex Ref. 6466 Watch - SS

By Rolex

Located in Suwanee, GA

One of the desirable vintage Rolex watches right now is the Oysterdate Precision due to the fact that its understated and classic design contrast the busier look of some of the moder...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex OysterDate Ref 6518 Stainless Steel Wristwatch
Rolex OysterDate Ref 6518 Stainless Steel Wristwatch

Rolex OysterDate Ref 6518 Stainless Steel Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

Movement manual winding, 1500 movement w/ date, acrylic crystal, red and black Roulette date wheel Case stainless steel w/ smooth bezel (34mm) Dial ivory w/ golf Arrowhead hour marke...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex OysterDate Men's Vintage Stainless Steel Watch 6694
Rolex OysterDate Men's Vintage Stainless Steel Watch 6694

Rolex OysterDate Men's Vintage Stainless Steel Watch 6694

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Manual winding. Stainless steel case with smooth bezel (34mm diameter). Silver/white dial with stick markers and nice, vintage, patina. Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet. Pre-own...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midsize Rolex OysterDate Precision 6466 30mm Manual Wind 1960s Swiss RA417B
Midsize Rolex OysterDate Precision 6466 30mm Manual Wind 1960s Swiss RA417B

Midsize Rolex OysterDate Precision 6466 30mm Manual Wind 1960s Swiss RA417B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Charming classic, Midsize Rolex ref.6466 Oysterdate Precision manual wind dress watch, c.1962, in excellent working condition.

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

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Rolex Oysterdate For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate rolex oysterdate for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Stainless Steel, Steel and Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a rolex oysterdate from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, are consistently popular carat weights. While most can agree that any rolex oysterdate from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Finding a rolex oysterdate for sale for men should be easy, but there are 32 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Rolex Oysterdate?

On average, a rolex oysterdate at 1stDibs sells for $3,791, while they’re typically $1,150 on the low end and $18,150 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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