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Rolex Datejust 1953 Datejust Big Bubbleback Vintage Mens "Red Letter " Ref. 6305 Watch - Stainless Steel

Used () | Year of production 1953 | No original box | No original papers
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Basic Info
Listing code KPBMB2
Brand Rolex
Model Datejust
Reference number 9425SH
Dealer product code 9425SH
Movement Automatic
Case material Gold/Steel
Bracelet material Gold/Steel
Year of production 1953
Condition

The item shows minor signs of wear, such as small, intangible scratches.
Most Recent Servicing

May 11, 2024

Serviced in-house
Scope of delivery
No original box, no original papers
Gender Men's watch/Unisex
Location United States of America, Georgia, Suwanee
Price $8,995
Availability Item is in stock

Caliber
Movement Automatic
Caliber/movement A296

Case
Case material Gold/Steel
Case diameter 36 x 44 mm
Thickness 14 mm
Crystal Plastic
Dial Silver

Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material Gold/Steel
Bracelet color Gold/Steel

Description
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1953 ROLEX DATEJUST Big Bubbleback Vintage Mens "Red Letter " Ref. 6305 Watch - Stainless Steel & 18K Gold

Very Fine & Rare - Big Bubbleback - Red Datejust - 1 Year Warranty

Today's offering showcases this uncommon and very collectable Rolex Oyster Perpetual "red letter" reference 6305. Produced in limited numbers for a brief period of time in the early 1950's, these exclusive early Oyster Perpetual Datejust watches are fine and desirable.

This particular rare "red letter" example has the word "Datejust" in original red printing, significantly further increasing its desirability. Its original date wheel alternates between red and black, in a "roulette" style.

It is a so-called "Big Bubbleback", named for the large case and way the back protrudes like the earlier "Bubbleback" watches.

Housed in one of Rolex's water-tight Oyster cases, the wristwatch originally offered its owner complete protection against water, dust, and perspiration. Inside the rugged case Rolex placed their legendary Cal. A296 so-called "Bubbleback" self-winding movement, keeping the watch powered by only movements of the wrist. Photos of the inside available upon request.

We were fortunate to acquire the watch with its rare original red letter dial.

It case presents in beautiful condition. Its case shows only very light wear and slight signs of previous polishing. While we most often associate this model with an engine turned bezel, the bezel on this watch is fluted. It is in just short of mint condition, having never been polished, with very crisp fluting. Its original Rolex U.S.A. Jubilee bracelet is in just short of mint condition.

Its original "red letter Datejust" dial is in excellent condition. Its technical dial has 1/5 second markings that served the needs of men in demanding technical, sporting, and racing fields.

Detailed Appraisal:

Manufacturer: Rolex

Country of origin: Switzerland

Model: Oyster Perpetual Datejust, Reference 6305

Serial number: 939,936

Year built: c. 1953

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Date, Sweep Seconds

Designed for: Men

Case material: 18K gold and stainless steel

Case markings (outside): Very lightly engraved "JDL". It could easily be removed.

Case condition: Beautiful condition. Its case shows only very light wear and slight signs of previous polishing. While we most often associate this model with an engine turned bezel, the bezel on this watch is fluted. It is in just short of mint condition, having never been polished, with very crisp fluting.

Dimensions: 36mm wide (excluding crown), 44mm long lug tip-to-tip, 14mm thick

Dial: Silver, signed ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL with DATEJUST in red, applied luminous gold dart indexes, outer 1/5 second/minute markings aperture for the date wheel in red, restored in vintage times, excellent condition

Hands: Gold, luminous gold "dauphines", period

Movement type: Rolex Bubbleback cal. A296, rhodium-plated, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating Breguet balance spring, index regulator, chronometer rated for its accuracy

Movement markings: Rolex Perpetual Chronometer, Swiss Made, Patented

Band: Original, gold and steel "oval link" Rolex U.S.A. Jubilee, designed to fit a wrist up to approx. 8 inches on largest setting, adjustable, just short of mint condition

While the bracelet has very little stretch from aging, these were made with a much looser design than Rolex's Swiss bracelets. Please inquire if you need additional links.

Width between lugs: 20mm

Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition

Servicing: One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $995 value).

Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also tested it on a machine that spins it in all directions simulating it being worn on the wrist. It is running very strong and true, keeing time very close to on par with a new Rolex.

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 experienced team of four watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts.

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 9425SH

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