Rolex Oyster Precision ‘1948’ Ref 5059 Gents 34mm, Rare Vintage Collectors Watch

Description: A wonderful opportunity to purchase this rare Gents circa 1948 Rolex Oyster Precision Brevet - Manual wind Superbalance Model Reference 5059 fitted with a solid gold 18 carat engine turned factory bezel. The factory dial carries lovely patina. Retains the rare original Crown. Powered by the legendary 17 jewelled Rolex calibre 710 movement. Housed in a 34mm Oyster case fitted to a good quality new leather aftermarket strap. Recently serviced by a Rolex specialist watchmaker with no issues to report, excellent working order keeping accurate time ready to treasure and enjoy! The original Oyster case on this watch is steel retaining the original Rolex signed dial. The engine turned bezel beautifully wrapping around the 34mm steel case makes this watch a perfect size for someone yearning pure elegance. Raised gold gilt arrow markers with an outer chapter ring having applied minute indices. which dominates the edge of the dial. A new vintage style leather strap finishes the package off and cements the presence of this timepiece on your wrist. The Original Dial: Cream dial has patina and signed Rolex Oyster Precision- Swiss, whilst the creamy effect dial subtly exudes a class you can only find on a watch of this stature. Unique gold gilt arrow markers set the dial beautifully. Outer chapter ring with applied minute indices. Original gold gilt ‘dauphine’ hands with a steel blue spear sweep centre seconds hand. Dial is in good condition with micro marks commensurate with age and daily wear not noticeable to the naked eye only under magnification. Please observe photos. The Original Case: 34mm (without crown), Steel polished case with engine turned 18 carat solid gold bezel, unique down turned lugs. Serial number between lugs at 6 is 636*** which dates the manufacturing date to 1948 on the Rolex date register, the third serial number is indistinct due to bracelet wear over the years. The reference 5059 can be found in between lugs at 12. The lugs remain sharp and characteristic showcasing the quality of Rolex’s reputation of making long lasting and iconic wristwatches. The condition of the case is solid for the age, has surface hairline scratches commensurate with age and everyday wear. The Oyster case retains all the key attributes that makes this reference Rolex so desirable and proves to be a timeless piece of design and quality. The Original Crystal: Perspex crystal in good condition for age. The Original Case Back Cover Outer: Screw back steel case fits flush without any issues. Has surface hairline scratches associated with polished base metals commensurate with age and wear. The Original Case Back Cover Inner: Signed in traditional ornate style ‘ Geneva Swiss Rolex Patented 5059’. In good condition with period service markers present. The Original Movement: Signed Rolex Precision 17 Rubies Swiss Made Patented Superbalance. Movement ring signed with Brevet + Patented. Rolex manually wound calibre 710 lever escapement, 17 jewels precision movement. In excellent working order running superbly keeping accurate time. Recently serviced by a Rolex specialist watchmaker with no issues to report. The Original Crown: Screw down crown - Signed Rolex Oyster with the dash in relief. A rare original crown in very good condition and in superb working order, very smooth indeed. Original Buckle/Aftermarket Strap Band: Aftermarket unauthentic brown leather strap band fitted to the original Rolex signed gold plated buckle. *Please observe photos carefully as they form part of the description* Please note this Rolex is over 75 years old. Shipping DHL insured registered post World wide, buyer responsible for any taxes or duties due which may delay or hold up your shipment at destination port. Additional information; Maker: Rolex Model: Oyster Precision - Brevet Material: Steel Dimensions: 34 mm diameter excluding crown Buckle: Rolex Strap Band: Leather aftermarket Lug Width: 19 mm Box/Papers: No Case: Oyster case in Steel Crown: Rolex Oyster. Dial: Cream With Patina Crystal: Plexi. Technical specifications Winding: Manual. Movement type: Precision Superbalance Manual. Calibre: Rolex Calibre 710 Jewels: 17 Condition: Vintage condition. Model Reference Number: 5059 Date of issue: c.1948 Rolex offered Oyster Precision watches from the early 1950s to the late 1970s, with several different dials and movements. The Rolex Oyster Precision is one of the few Rolex watches equipped with a hand-wound mechanical movement. Rolex watches not only became the watches worn by the most influential people, they were also put to the test in the most extreme situations. Sir Malcolm Campbell wore one while breaking land speed records in Bluebell in 1935, as did the first pilot to break the sound barrier in 1947. Sir Edmund Hillary wore an Oyster Perpetual on the first ever summit of Everest in 1953, and this extraordinary feat began a series of Professional models, the first of which was the Oyster Perpetual Explorer, based on the model Hillary wore. The present watch, an Oyster ref. 6082 circa 1949 channels the importance of Rolex’s effect on history in wonderful style and elegance. (095)

Price: 2850 GBP

Location: Birmingham

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Shipping Cost: 62.7 GBP