1960 s Rolex Vintage Mens Ultra Thin Pre-Cellini Handwound Dress Watch

Name: 1960's Rolex Vintage Mens Ultra Thin Pre-Cellini Handwound Dress Watch
Brand: Rolex
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

$4,119List Price

About the Item

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers via other online sites with a 5.0 star rating. 1960's ROLEX Vintage Mens Ultra Thin Pre-Cellini Handwound Dress Watch - 14K Gold Very Fine Vintage Rolex - Ultra Thin Design - Box, Cloth Booklet - 1 Year Warranty In vintage times, in the midst of their high output of utilitarian sports watches, Rolex also made much more elegant dress watches. These fine wristwatches often combine a superior mechanism with beautiful aesthetics. The ultra-thin gentleman's vintage Rolex made for the U.S. market showcased in today's offering is a classic example of this phenomenon. It features timeless, elegant styling and a superbly executed handwound movement. Epitomizing the essence of 'the classic watch' remembered today, it features a manually wound movement, round gold case, understated dial, slender hands, and simple baton markers. As one prominent watch writer aptly stated about a similar watch, "The extra-slim watch, whose style embraces only the strict essentials, has continued to seduce for its elegance and discretion." Powering the watch is Rolex very fine "ultra slim" cailber 1600 movement adjusted to two positions, a higher-grade engine than often found in U.S. market Rolex watches. The case is a mens midsize, best suited for something who doesn't have a large wrist - its is the size of similarly styled AP's from the era. It has all of its original parts. Its case presents nicely on the wrist. The lugs appear to bow just slightly, and it appears that an inscription was previously polished off of the case back leaving some rippling there. Its silver dial, which some would say is original, we think was restored decades ago in vintage times and is still very clean. 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 (for many years now Rolex has not "certified" watchmakers, they only "train" them), has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with genuine Rolex parts, installing a new Rolex mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value). It is running strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Rolex in our testing position. For the finishing touch, we have installed a brand new genuine crocodile strap and aftermarket Rolex style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment. Accompanying the watch are a Rolex service box, booklet, and polishing cloth. Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity and a new timing certificate. Don't miss the opportunity to own a complement to your sporty Datejust, Submariner, 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. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center. Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: Rolex Country of origin: Switzerland Year sold: c. 1960's Case no.: 692,824 Model: Rolex Dress Watch, made for the U.S. market Functions: Hours, Minutes Designed for: Men Case material: 14K gold Case markings (outside): Marked 14K Gold between the 12 o'clock end lugs Case markings (inside): Rolex, 692,824 Case condition: It presents nicely on the wrist. The lugs appear to bow just slightly, and it appears that an inscription was previously polished off of the case back leaving some rippling there and light remnants of wear. Dimensions: 31.5mm diameter (without crown), 36.5mm long lug tip-to-tip Dial: Silver, signed Rolex and Swiss, gold applique baton indexes, some would say its finish is original - we think it was restored decades ago in vintage times and is still very clean. Hands: All original, gold "batons Movement type: High grade, Cal. 1600, manually wound, rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, dual shock absorbers, self-compensating flat balance spring Movement markings: Montres Rolex SA, 1600, Geneva Swiss, Seventeen Jewels, Adjusted 2 Positions Movement jewels: 17 rubies Band: Crocodile, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn, equipped with aftermarket Rolex style buckle Width between lugs: 17mm Crystal type: Acrylic, excellent condition Serviced: 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 (for many years now Rolex has not "certified" watchmakers, they only "train" them), has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with genuine Rolex parts, installing a new Rolex mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value). Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Rolex in our testing position. Warranty: 1-year international C.O.T. warranty 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. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center. Box/Papers: BOX - Rolex service box; PAPERS - Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; Rolex booklet and polishing cloth; New timing certificate SKU 10176SH

Creator:
Rolex
Case Material:
14k Gold
Strap Material:
Leather
Case Shape:
Round
Movement:
Case Dimensions:
Height: 1.44 in (36.5 mm)Diameter: 1.25 in (31.5 mm)
Place of Origin:
Switzerland
Period:
1960-1969
Date of Manufacture:
1965
Condition:
It has all of its original parts. Its case presents nicely on the wrist. The lugs appear to bow just slightly, and it appears that an inscription was previously polished off of the case back leaving some rippling there.
Seller Location:
Suwanee, GA
Reference Number:
Seller: 10176SH1stDibs: LU4333226073882

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While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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