With the original ‘Super Oyster’ crown still fitted, this Rolex Oyster Royal is a rarer model. Model reference 6044.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
From the serial number between the lugs we can accurately date this watch to being made in 1952.
CONDITION
Rolex Oyster cased watches normally have a screw down crown, but in the early fifties Rolex used a non screw down crown called the Super Oyster. While they reverted to a screw down crown in 1953, these non screw down crowns do mean that the potentially expensive replacement of a vintage screw down crown and tube will never be needed on this watch. Plus of course it is more convenient not to have to unscrew a crown if the watch needs winding. The dial does have some staining and fading, most noticeable on the lettering, but it is original and not been repainted. There is a fine patterning to the dial too that you may not associate with a ‘typical’ Rolex, but the Oyster Royal is not your typical Rolex. The case size is smaller than the Air-King (which was considered king size at 34mm in 1952), and it is a much more subtle piece. Inside the screw down stainless steel case is a 15 jewel, shock resisting Rolex calibre 710, which is working well. The leather strap is new, and could be swapped for a different colour if preferred.
This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.
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SIZE
Width with crown 34.3 mm
Width without crown 31.9 mm
Between lugs 17 mm
Lug to lug length 38.4 mm
Case Thickness 11.5 mm
All sizes are approximate.
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From 1st September 2021 we will be planting a tree for every watch we sell, working with the International Tree Foundation (Est 1922) to make this business positive on carbon. By buying anything pre owned you are effectively reusing what already exists, but this takes it further and makes us feel good.
