Email or IG message to make a negotiable Zelle or wire offer
Rolex Oysterdate ref. 6694 Basalt Gilt dial circa 1961
The Oysterdate is one of the earliest and purest forms of Rolex: a design language from the oyster case to cyclops powered by a manual wind movement exhibit to core of the brand. Reference 6694 first launched in the 1960s and lasted through the 1980s. Not only is it a fantastic entry into Rolex but also mechanical watches.
This specific Oysterdate has a black patina dial that looks like basalt with gilt font with original datewheel that reveals “open” 6 font. This one has all the details and charm. Lastly, the oyster case sports drilled lugs which enable easy strap changes for a strap monster of a watch—comes on period correct Rolex folded rivet oyster bracelet
Overall, the watch shows honest wear for its age, light signs of polish, and pitting and rings on bezel . While not service history the manual wind movement is keeping time and winding smoothly.
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Videos and timegrapher:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Z6aS4iC0WAKO3Al-RtjAMsDM2pkeOlgu?usp=share_link
Specifications: 34mm case X lug width X 42h (lug to lug) X 10.9cc with acrylic crystal (7in wrist in pix)
Box and papers: no
Bracelet: original folded oyster bracelet measures 8in full length. We recommend being under 7.25in for best look
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video is the best way to view the watch if in-person test drive is not available. Due to the different characteristics of the cameras and gadgets used, the color of the watch you purchase may not be the same as shown on this website or on our Instagram.
To measure your wrist: Take string or wire and wrap around the bone of your wrist ; mark it or cut and measure the string
will consider trades that make sense but please consider time, shipping, and trade value—not market.
local special: can possibly accommodate at ButterScotch in Downtown Long Beach or another local establishment by appointment. All sales are final unless the watch is misrepresented or lost in transit (always fully insured). Lbwc does not offer warranty but some watches come with factory cards;- with transferable warranty. Purchases may take 1-2 business days to process and ship.
Email or IG message to make a negotiable Zelle or wire offer
Rolex Oysterdate ref. 6694 Basalt Gilt dial circa 1961
The Oysterdate is one of the earliest and purest forms of Rolex: a design language from the oyster case to cyclops powered by a manual wind movement exhibit to core of the brand. Reference 6694 first launched in the 1960s and lasted through the 1980s. Not only is it a fantastic entry into Rolex but also mechanical watches.
This specific Oysterdate has a black patina dial that looks like basalt with gilt font with original datewheel that reveals “open” 6 font. This one has all the details and charm. Lastly, the oyster case sports drilled lugs which enable easy strap changes for a strap monster of a watch—comes on period correct Rolex folded rivet oyster bracelet
Overall, the watch shows honest wear for its age, light signs of polish, and pitting and rings on bezel . While not service history the manual wind movement is keeping time and winding smoothly.
_________________________________________________
Videos and timegrapher:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Z6aS4iC0WAKO3Al-RtjAMsDM2pkeOlgu?usp=share_link
Specifications: 34mm case X lug width X 42h (lug to lug) X 10.9cc with acrylic crystal (7in wrist in pix)
Box and papers: no
Bracelet: original folded oyster bracelet measures 8in full length. We recommend being under 7.25in for best look
_________________________________________________
video is the best way to view the watch if in-person test drive is not available. Due to the different characteristics of the cameras and gadgets used, the color of the watch you purchase may not be the same as shown on this website or on our Instagram.
To measure your wrist: Take string or wire and wrap around the bone of your wrist ; mark it or cut and measure the string
will consider trades that make sense but please consider time, shipping, and trade value—not market.
local special: can possibly accommodate at ButterScotch in Downtown Long Beach or another local establishment by appointment. All sales are final unless the watch is misrepresented or lost in transit (always fully insured). Lbwc does not offer warranty but some watches come with factory cards;- with transferable warranty. Purchases may take 1-2 business days to process and ship.
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