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1954 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Classic Vintage Mens Automatic Watch with Bubbleback
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1954 ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL Classic Vintage Mens Automatic Watch with Bubbleback, Ref. 6284 - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Restored Condition - Fully Rolex - 1 Year Warranty
Today's offering showcases this fantastic Rolex Oyster Perpetual "semi-bubbleback" reference 6284 in true expertly restored condition.
The Oyster Perpetual clearly demonstrates the qualities associated with classic Rolex watches: precision, reliability, durability, and class.
Its dial has numerals at the primary hours, in the so-called "Explorer configuration." Not seen as often as the date models, its "no date" dial and understated case give it a really pleasing and clean classic style. It's a watch that is perfectly at home being worn everyday or only for special occasions.
Housed in one of Rolex's watertight Oyster cases, the wristwatch originally offered its owner complete protection against water, dust, and perspiration.
Inside the rugged case Rolex placed one of their so-called "Bubbleback" early self-winding movements, the A260, keeping the watch powered by movements of the wrist.
It has fully Rolex parts and has just finished a true expertly done sympathetic restoration. It presents in gorgeous condition. Our photos couldn't begin to do it justice. It presents as a 9.7 out of 10.
Its case presents as beautiful mint condition. Its light silver honeycomb dial has been flawlessly restored - its printing could pass as Rolex factory done, even under magnification.
Its later period Rolex Oyster bracelet has fairly mild stretch - its finish presents as mint.
As part of the restoration, a Master Watchmaker has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).
It is running extremely strong and true, keeping time better than many new Rolex watches in our testing recording position.
For the finishing touch, we have meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.
A seven decade old Rolex that presents like new on the wrist!
Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Detailed Appraisal:
Country of origin: Switzerland
Maker: Rolex
Year made: Third quarter of 1954
Serial no.: 657,284
Model: Ref. 6284, Oyster Perpetual
Designed for: Men
Function: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds
Case material: Stainless steel
Case condition: Presents as beautiful mint
Case markings (inside): Rolex, Geneva Swiss, Patented, Stainless Steel, III 54, 6285 strikethrough with 6284 engraved
Dial: Light silver with honeycomb texturing, applied gold faceted dart indexes and Rolex coronet and Arabic numerals at the primary hours in an "Explorer style", signed Rolex, outer minute/second division with 1/2 second markings, sepia tone luminous dots, expertly restored
Dimensions: 34mm diameter, 12mm thick
Hands: Original, gold "alphas" with blue steel steel counterweighted seconds
Movement type: Cal. A260, rhodium plated, 18 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to temperatures, 5 positions, shock absorber, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring
Band: Later period Rolex Oyster bracelet ref. 78350 with correct 557 end pieces, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. 8 inches, adjustable, fairly mild stretch, finish presents as mint
Width between lugs: 19mm
Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition
Servicing: As part of the restoration, a Master Watchmaker has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please message us for details.
Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
SKU 10143
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- Case Material:
- Strap Material:Stainless Steel
- Case Shape:Round
- Movement:
- Case Dimensions:Diameter: 1.34 in (34 mm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1954
- Condition:It presents in gorgeous condition. It presents as a 9.7 out of 10. Its dial has numerals at the primary hours, in the so-called "Explorer configuration." Its case presents as beautiful mint condition.
- Seller Location:Suwanee, GA
- Reference Number:Seller: 101431stDibs: LU4333226630472
Rolex
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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