Rolex Oyster Commander Shock Resisting gold plated and stain...

Hammer

£380

Rolex Oyster Commander Shock Resisting gold plated and stainless steel mid-size wristwatch, reference no. 3478, serial no. 1905xx, circa 1942, circular silvered dial with Arabic numerals, inner red 24-hour numerals, minute track and subsidiary seconds, screw down crown signed 'Oyster Patent', 17 jewel movement, signed case, Bonklip stainless steel bracelet, 29mm

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Box and Papers - no.
Movement - currently functioning.
Dial - tarnishing, some discolouration and surface scratches - see image.
Glass - light surface marks.
Hands - hole to the minute hand infill, some marks and mild surface corrosion.
Case - some heavy rubbing to the case sides and lugs, surface scratches and small indentations consistent for the period - see images.
Crown - Rolex crown, rubbing, adjusting correctly.
Bracelet - replacement Bonklip bracelet, good.
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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