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Rolex Precision 1950's Precision Vintage Mens Midsize Dress Watch - 9K Gold

Pre-owned () | Year of production 1950 | No original box | No original papers
$4,375
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Basic Info
Listing code JI4J60
Brand Rolex
Model Precision
Reference number 9489
Dealer product code 9489
Movement Manual winding
Case material Yellow gold
Bracelet material Calf skin
Year of production 1950
Condition
Scope of delivery
No original box, no original papers
Gender Men's watch/Unisex
Location United States of America, Georgia, Suwanee
Price $4,375
Availability Item is in stock

Caliber
Movement Manual winding
Number of jewels 17

Case
Case material Yellow gold
Case diameter 31.2 x 39.5 mm
Crystal Plastic
Dial Silver
Dial numerals Arabic numerals

Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material Calf skin
Bracelet color Black

Description
1950's ROLEX PRECISION Vintage Mens Midsize Dress Watch - 9K Gold

Very Fine & Classic - Gorgeous Restored Condition - 1 Year Warranty

In the 1930's through the 50's, in the midst of their high output of utilitarian Oyser 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 our Certified Pre-Owned example of this phenomenon. It features very fine and dramatic styling and a well-executed handwound movement.

Originally intended for men, by today's standards it is a midsize watch, well-suited for someone who does not have large wrists.

Made for the English market by Dennison, Rolex's English contract case maker, the case features lugs that are more avant garde than one usually finds on English market watches from the era. And the markers have a distinctively vintage style.

It has a less common sweep seconds function and technical dial with 1/5 markings that served the needs of men in technical, sporting, and racing fields. We really like the combination on the watch - its pleasing blends a distinctive dress style with high performance.

But what is most striking about the watch is its incredible restored condition.

It is fully Rolex down to the signed crown. It has just finished a true expertly done restoration - it presents in gorgeous condition.

Its case presents as mint with fairly light signs of previous polishing. Its dial has been expertly restored and presents as mint.

As part of the restoration, its movement has just been overhauled by a Master Watchmaker (a $695 value). It continues to run very strong and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Rolex in our testing recording position.

For the finishing touch, it has been equipped with a brand new calfskin leather strap and aftermarket Rolex style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate attesting to its performance.

Don't miss the opportunity to own the perfect small-sized 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.

Detailed Appraisal:

Manufacturer: Rolex

Country of origin: Switzerland

Model: Ref. 12857

Serial no.: 881,210

Year made: c. 1950's

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds

Designed for: Men

Case material: Solid 9K gold

Case condition: Presents as mint with fairly mild to moderate signs of polishing.

Dimensions: 31.2mm diameter (without crown) by 39.5mm long lug tip to tip

Dial: Silver, signed Rolex Precision and Swiss, gold stylized dart and Arabic indices, outer 1/5 second/minute track, expertly restored

Hands: Original, gold "lances"

Movement type: Rolex, handwound, rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance

Movement markings: Montres Rolex S.A., Geneva, Swiss, 17 Jewels

Jewels: 17 rubies

Band:  Calfskin leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with an aftermarket buckle done in a Rolex style

We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.

Width between lugs: 16mm

Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition

Serviced: As part of the restoration its movement has just been overhauled by a Master Watchmaker (a $695 value).

Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It continues to run very strong and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Rolex in our testing recording position.

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.

Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please message us for details.

Box/Papers: BOX - Watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate

SKU 9489

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Professional dealer | On Chrono24 since 2010
Suwanee, United States of America
English, Czech
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Suwanee, United States of America
English, Czech

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