Lot 241
ROLEX - a gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Explorer wrist watch. Circa 1964. Signed automatic...
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Lot 241
ROLEX - a gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Explorer wrist watch. Circa 1964. Signed automatic...
Lot 241
Lot Description
ROLEX - a gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Explorer wrist watch. Circa 1964. Signed automatic calibre 1530. Reference 5500, serial 1026365. Black dial with luminous baton hour markers, quarterly Arabic numerals. Smooth bezel, stainless steel case fitted to a non-original fabric strap. 34mm.
Brand: Rolex
Export issue: Yes
Model: Explorer
Postage: Auction Default
Derivative: Oyster Perpetual
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li> Movement is currently functioning.
<li> Movement has light and medium scratches with tarnishing commensurate with the age and wear of the watch.
<li> New gasket will need to be fitted to the case back.
<li> Dial has light scratching and marking across the surface, lume has been reapplied in the past and is rough and uneven in places.
<li> Hands have light and medium scratches and dinting with the luminous areas exhibiting tarnishing.
<li> Glass has light and medium scratching with extensive pitting across the surface.
<li> Bezel has light and medium scratches and dints with some detritus build up around the edge of the glass.
<li> Case has light to deep scratches with dinting and nicks which increase in intensity to the lugs.
<li> Crown currently screws down and functions with scratches to the surface.
<li> Case back is secure with light and medium scratches, dinting, scuffs and scrapes commensurate with the age and wear of the item.
<li> Strap is in good condition.
<li> Pin buckle has light scratching but is in generally good condition. <p>
This lot does not come with box or papers.<p>
Fellows do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold. <p>
Due to opening of the case back we recommend this watch is re-sealed by an authorised technician to ensure any stated water resistance is retained. <p>
Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for any additional considerations that may affect this lot. <p>
If you should have further queries regarding this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Conrad Cunningham on 0121 212 5506 or at conrad@fellows.co.uk<p>
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