In the 1930's through the '50's, in the midst of their high output of utilitarian Oyster sports watches, Rolex also made much more elegant dress watches. These fine wristwatches often combine a superior hand-wound mechanism with beautiful aesthetics.
The elegant and uncommon dress Rolex Precision showcased in today's offering is a prime example of this phenomenon, likely made shortly after the end of World War II. It features very fine and pleasing styling and a well-executed handwound movement.
We really love the aesthetic of this watch with its pink gold accents, thin bezel, cabochon crown, and elegant lugs - it blends a dress style with high performance.
Its original pink gold "feuille" hands, pink gold Arabic numerals, and counterweighted blued steel sweep seconds hand all beautifully contrast its steel construction.
Powering the watch is its original Rolex caliber 700 movement whose "Super Balance" system was originally adjusted to two positions. It features an early shock resistance system.
It has just finished a true expertly done restoration. It has all of its original parts and presents in gorgeous condition - a 9.7 out of 10.
Its case presents in beautiful condition. Some of the lugs appear to have been discretely previously reinforced, as is very common with watches with these thin lugs. The engine bay has slight aging which can only be seen when it is opened as is common with these. Otherwise, it presents as mint.
Despite what the photos seem to suggest, both the lightly engraved original serial number and Rolex coronet and still both fully intact.
Its dial has been meticulously restored - the printing could pass as Rolex factory done to the naked eye.
As part of the restoration, its movement has just been overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. Photos of the inside available upon request.
It is running extremely strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Rolex even after more than three-quarters of a century.
For the finishing touch, it has been equipped with a brand new aftermarket leather strap and aftermarket Rolex style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment. If you would like a most distressed vintage style strap to pair with it please inquire.
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.
Don't miss the opportunity to own the perfect complement to your sporty Datejust, Sub, GMT, or Daytona.
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.
Manufacturer: Rolex
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no.: 535,630
Year made: c. 1947
Model: Ref. 4061
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case markings (inside): Geneva Switzerland, Montres Rolex S.A., 4061, Acier Inoxydable
Case markings (outside): 535,630
Case condition: Presents in beautiful condition. Some of the lugs appear to have been discretely previously reinforced, as is very common with watches with these thin lugs. The engine bay has slight aging which can only be seen when it is opened as is common with these. Otherwise, it presents as mint.
Dimensions: 33.5mm diameter (without crown) by 40mm long lug tip to tip
Dial: Silver, signed Rolex Precision and Swiss, rose gold colored Arabic indexes, expertly restored
Hands: Original, pink gold "feuilles"
Movement type: Rolex, caliber 700, handwound, rhodium-plated, straight line lever escapement, "Super Balance" system, shock resistant, self-compensating Breguet balance spring
Band: We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. If you would like a most distressed vintage style strap to pair with it please inquire.
Width between lugs: 18mm
Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition
Serviced: As part of the restoration, its movement has just been overhauled by a Master Watchmaker.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email [email protected] 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 - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
