Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer stainless steel gentleman's ...

Hammer

£5,600

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 6150, serial no. 944xxx, circa 1953, gilt 'Swiss' dial with quarter Arabic numerals and baton markers, outer minute track with five minute divisions and sweep centre seconds, Mercedes hands, screw-down crown, A296 18 jewels movement, the 'bubble' back dated '2.53' to the inside, 36mm
** the lume inserts to the dial and hands has been stripped

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Movement - currently functioning.
Dial - the dial appears to have been re-finished with the original lume stripped, there appears to be a stained mark just tot he right of the Explorer text - please view all images for guidance.
Glass - good.
Hands - the original lume inserts have been removed.
Case - typical light marks but generally clean for the period - see images.
Crown - Rolex crown adjusting correctly.
Bracelet - typical light marks on links and the clasp.
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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