Rolex 1940’s WW2 Era Vintage Watch Recent Service Dial Patina Keeping Accurate Time - Collectors Time Piece

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Seller: oldwatchcompany ✉️ (822) 100%, Location: Birmingham, GB, Ships to: WORLDWIDE, Item: 355560451069 Rolex 1940’s WW2 Era Vintage Watch Recent Service Dial Patina.

A rare opportunity to acquire this Rolex 1940’s WW2 era. A handsome vintage mid-sized steel gold plated manually wound wristwatch. This smaller oyster case size was designed for maximum comfort during combat. Recently overhauled by a master horologist, in excellent running order keeping accurate time ready to treasure and enjoy!


In the late 1930's Rolex ran an ad campaign titled "Time flies" featuring the exploits of renowned pioneering aviators wearing Rolex watches. The successful campaign created a high demand for these pieces among the pilots of the era.


As World War II came into full swing, suddenly the world found itself with a large number of pilots. The watch of choice for these aviators was the "Boy's size" Oyster’s with manually wound movement, sweep seconds hand and a luminous numbered dial. *The RAF pilots won the Battle of Britain wearing these type of distinguished watches.*


This particular model was sold in P/X stores in North America to soldiers heading overseas


It’s original dial shows ageing with beautiful patina. It is in wonderful vintage condition, and the luminous has toned very nicely on the dial and on the hands well.


*For interesting reading on the subject see "The Best of Time: Rolex Wristwatches" by Hess and Dowling.*


Original Dial: Signed Rolex Swiss Made. Silvered dial with wonderful patina applied aged luminous Arabic numerals. Markers 1/5th of a scale to outer chapter ring 5 - 60. Luminous inserts to the elegant steel blue hands which contrast well with the blue steel seconds hand. The aged patinated Dial has marks commensurate with age and wear giving it a lovely vintage look. Please observe photographs carefully.


Original Movement: The Original Movement: This watch carries its original high-grade Rolex Calibre 10.5 hunter calibre 710, 15 Jewel movement. The movement has been fully serviced by a vintage Rolex specialist watchmaker and is in superb running order. The movement is signed ‘Rolex 15 Rubies Swiss Made’. These movements are strong, accurate which is what Rolex’s reputation was built on, very reliable making this watch perfectly suited for regular everyday use. This particular movement is in top notch condition and with regular servicing, say every 3 – 4 years, one would expect this watch to run happily for many more decades to come!


Original Case: Gold plated case is clean with a polished finish. Sharp lugs in great condition. Case is 30mm without the crown, 32mm with the crown, and 17mm between the lugs. Case has signs of wear to plating with surface hairline scratches associated with polished plated steel commensurate with everyday wear and age. Overall solid condition for age.


Original Case Back Cover Inner: Signed Rolex. In good condition.


Original Case Back Cover Outer: Steel case back fits flush and screws without any issues. Has surface hairline scratches commensurate with age and wear.


Crown/Winder: Unsigned pull and screw crown sits flush with case. In good functioning order.


Original Crystal: Domed plexiglass in good condition for age.


Strap/Buckle: Has been fitted with a brand new unauthentic aftermarket good quality leather strap and steel buckle.


*Please observe photos carefully as they form part of the description*


Please note this Rolex is over 80 years old. Shipping DHL insured registered post World wide, buyer responsible for any taxes or duties due which may delay or hold up your shipment at destination port.


Measurements;


Diameter excluding crown: 30mm

Length including lugs: 35.5mm

Depth to centre of crystal: 11mm

Strap width/lug gauge: 17mm



  • Condition: Used
  • Strap Material: Leather
  • Closure: Buckle
  • Max Wrist Size: 21.1-22 cm
  • Strap Colour: Brown
  • Number of Jewels: 15 Jewels
  • Dial Pattern: Patina
  • Indices: Arabic Numerals
  • Dial Colour: Silver
  • Year Manufactured: 1940 - 1945
  • Customised: No
  • Strap Width: 17 mm
  • Band/Strap: Two-Piece Strap
  • Vintage: Yes
  • Case Thickness: 8 mm
  • Department: Men, Boys, Unisex Adults
  • Case Colour: Silver
  • Caseback: Screwback
  • Bezel Type: Fixed
  • Lug Width: 17 mm
  • Watch Shape: Oval
  • Style: Military
  • Features: 12-Hour Dial, Acrylic Crystal, Central Second
  • Case Size: 30 mm
  • Case Material: Stainless Steel
  • Bezel Colour: Silver
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Movement: Mechanical (Manual)
  • Water Resistance: No Due To Age
  • Seller Warranty: No
  • With Papers: No
  • Brand: Rolex
  • Type: Wristwatch
  • Model: Rolex
  • With Original Box/Packaging: No
  • Case Finish: Polished
  • With Manual/Booklet: No
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
  • Display: Analogue

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