Email or IG message to make a negotiable Zelle or wire offer
Rolex Oysterdate ref. 6694 Matte Gilt dial circa 1976 (serial 42##)
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 matte black patina dial with gilt font and matching markers. The original datewheel that reveals “open” 6 font and 9, which is one of the details and charm original to Rolex. Lastly, the oyster case sports drilled lugs which enable easy strap changes for a strap monster of a watch—comes on what appears to be a bracelet from the next era circa 1990-2000s but it is thicker and more substantial.
Overall, the watch shows a very sharp thick case with minimal signs of polish. While no service history the manual wind movement showing numbers that reflect a freshly serviced watch at 0 seconds a day with a 298 amplitude and zero beat error—your experience may slightly vary.
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Videos and timegrapher:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18FzKGRuxp0nApTE4JAWCpOhSTRU8fjVc?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: Rolex folded oyster bracelet measures long with minimal stretch. We however only recommend this watch for a wrist 7.25 and under for best look—ideally 7in and under. Note, one link is permanently fused but this should not affect wear as there is a micro adjust to tighten and one removable link.
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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 Matte Gilt dial circa 1976 (serial 42##)
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 matte black patina dial with gilt font and matching markers. The original datewheel that reveals “open” 6 font and 9, which is one of the details and charm original to Rolex. Lastly, the oyster case sports drilled lugs which enable easy strap changes for a strap monster of a watch—comes on what appears to be a bracelet from the next era circa 1990-2000s but it is thicker and more substantial.
Overall, the watch shows a very sharp thick case with minimal signs of polish. While no service history the manual wind movement showing numbers that reflect a freshly serviced watch at 0 seconds a day with a 298 amplitude and zero beat error—your experience may slightly vary.
_________________________________________________
Videos and timegrapher:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18FzKGRuxp0nApTE4JAWCpOhSTRU8fjVc?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: Rolex folded oyster bracelet measures long with minimal stretch. We however only recommend this watch for a wrist 7.25 and under for best look—ideally 7in and under. Note, one link is permanently fused but this should not affect wear as there is a micro adjust to tighten and one removable link.
_________________________________________________
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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