Rare Oyster Precision Explorer Rotor Self-Winding stainless ...

Estimate

£10,000 - £15,000

Rare Oyster Precision Explorer Rotor Self-Winding stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with a 'honeycomb' dial, reference no. 6150, serial no. 944xxx, circa 1953, 'honeycomb' cream dial with applied Arabic numerals, dagger baton markers, gilt hands and centre seconds, cal. 765 18 jewel movement, the inside case back numbered 6150 and dated 'IV.53', Oyster 7863 bracelet with '380' end links, 35mm; with a Rolex box
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** Private provenance - purchased by the present owner in 1989 

More Information

Movement - currently functioning.
Dial - appears in good general condition for the period and cleaned at some stage - see images for personal guidance.
Glass - good.
Hands - good, light marks.
Case - a clean and polished case with typical rubbing - see all images.
Crown - adjusting correctly.
Bracelet - later Role bracelet in good clean polished condition, wrist size 8" approx.
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Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained