The Oysterdate Precision have become desirable non-sport vintage Rolex watches because their understated and classic design contrast the "busier" look of some of the modern Rolex watches. It's a watch that is at home being worn everyday or only for special occasions. Produced from the early 1950's into the 1980's, it was a strong commercial success for Rolex, winning a large following.
Powering the watch is its original Rolex Caliber 1225RB handwound movement with date and shock resistance.
It has all of its original parts down to its original Rolex "crimped link" Oyster bracelet dated stamped 2-'72.. If you're a discerning collector or looking for a vintage Rolex that presents as superior original condition, unlike most examples, you've found it.
Its case presents as mint with only fairly light signs of previous polishing. And its untouched dial is original and gorgeous mint, even under magnification. The luminous has nicely toned to sepia.
Its original movement, which is also quite pristine, is running very strongly.
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, replacing any overly worn components with genuine Rolex parts, installing a new mainspring and gaskets, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).
For the finishing touch, we have meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a full-page custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.
Note: Published examples of this model can be found in Osvaldo Patrizzi's work Rolex, Collecting Wristwatches, 2001 Edition, Vol. 2, p. 378-381.
- Country of origin: Switzerland
- Maker: Rolex
- Model: Ref. 6694, Oysterdate Precision
- Serial no.: 2,942,761
- Year built: c. 4th quarter of 1971 - bracelet made 2-'72
- Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds, Date
- Designed for: Men
- Case material: Stainless steel
- Case condition: Mint with only light signs of previous polishing
- Dimensions: 34mm diameter (excluding crown)
- Dial: Silver with steel baton indexes with black strips, luminous hour dots, outer minute/second track, aperture for the date, original, gorgeous mint condition
- Hands: Original, luminous steel "batons"
- Movement type: Signed Rolex, caliber 1225RB, manually wound, rhodium-plated, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring
- Band: Rolex crimped Oyster bracelet, original, date stamped 2-72, stainless steel, designed to fit a wrist up to approx. 8 inches, adjustable, fairly light to moderate stretch, its finish presents as mint. We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, styles, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
- Crystal type: Acrylic, cyclops magnifying lens, 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, 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 mainspring and gaskets, 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 very strongly. 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.
- Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email [email protected] for details.
- Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
