Rare Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer stainless steel gentlem...

Hammer

£10,000

Rare Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 6150, serial no. 945xxx, circa 1953, gilt 'Swiss' dial with quarter Arabic numerals, baton markers, outer minute track with five minute divisions, Mercedes hands with sweep centre seconds, Rolex screw-down crown, A296 18 jewels movement, the 'bubble' back dated 'IV.53' to the inside, jubilee bracelet with 50 end links, the clasp dated '6-75', 36mm

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Box and Papers - no.
Movement - currently functioning.
Dial - original dial with nice patina showing typical oxidised surface wear as expected, some areas to the markers have wear and minor lume losses as detailed in the images, the outer rim has a small flake to the 8 position.
Glass - light marks present.
Hands - the lume insert on each including the second hand is missing - see images.
Case - the case has typical surface wear as expected for the period - see images.
Crown - Rolex crown adjusting correctly.
Bracelet - later jubilee bracelet with the clasp dated 6-75, wrist size 7.75" approx.
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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.