Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch, Reference 6694, Gold-Coloured Case, White Dial, Hand-Wound
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch, Reference 6694, Gold-Coloured Case, White Dial, Hand-Wound
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A vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision, reference 6694, in a gold-coloured case with a white dial, Arabic numerals at six and nine, a date window and a hand-wound movement.
The Piece
The Oyster case arrived in 1926; Rolex's Perpetual rotor followed in 1931 and the Datejust in 1945. These are family-history milestones, not this watch's date or a fresh water-resistance rating. The reference and dial signature need to be checked against the case and movement before claims of matching original components can be made.
Reference 6694 is a hand-wound Oysterdate with a smooth bezel and a gold-coloured case over a steel case back. The white dial is signed Rolex Oysterdate Precision, with Arabic numerals at six and nine, gold baton markers, a date window at three and a sweep seconds hand.
Running was reported historically; current timing and wear have not been newly assessed. The strap is a black crocodile-patterned leather strap and it is not original.
Details
- Maker: Rolex
- Model: Oysterdate Precision, reference 6694
- Metal fineness and component originality not newly tested.
- Movement: Hand-wound, with date
- Colour: Gold-coloured; white dial; black strap
Condition
Original numeric 5: a piece as used only a few times, without a new independent grade. Running was reported historically, not tested again. Aftermarket strap; fit unmeasured. See Japanese condition ranks.
Reference 6694 and number 2452471 in the heading.
The framed date aperture showing 3 is distinct from a printed hour numeral.
Authenticity & Care
The date window and Oysterdate signature are visible; neither is a movement inspection or proof that all components left the factory together. Have the calendar, crown engagement, strap bars and seals inspected before regular wear. Keep dry pending a current pressure test.
Delivery from Japan
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