Rolex Oyster SpeedKing 1955 Gents Rare Ref 6421 Vintage Watch 30mm, Serviced

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Strap Material:Leather
Closure:Buckle
Max Wrist Size:21.1-22 cm
Strap Colour:Tan
Number of Jewels:17 Jewels
Indices:Arrow Markers,Arabic Numerals
Dial Colour:White
Year Manufactured:First Quarter 1955
Customised:No
Strap Width:17 mm
Band/Strap:Two-Piece Strap
Vintage:Yes
Case Thickness:11 mm
Department:Men,Unisex Adults
Case Colour:Silver
Caseback:Screwback
Bezel Type:Engine Turned
Lug Width:17 mm
Watch Shape:Oval
Style:Sport
Features:12-Hour Dial,Acrylic Crystal,Swiss Made
Case Size:30 mm
Case Material:Stainless Steel
Bezel Colour:Silver
Handmade:Yes
Movement:Mechanical (Manual)
Water Resistance:No Due To Age
With Papers:No
Reference Number:6421
With Service Records:No
Rolex:Rolex
Type:Wristwatch
SpeedKing Precision:SpeedKing Precision
With Original Box/Packaging:No
Case Finish:Polished
With Manual/Booklet:No
Country/Region of Manufacture:Switzerland
Display:Analogue

Superb Rolex Oyster – Speedking Precision, fitted with a rare engine turned factory bezel. This watch has benefited from a service by a Rolex specialist watchmaker with no issues to report. Keeping accurate time ready to treasure and enjoy for many years to come! It may not be well known, but the Oyster Speedking set the tone for wearable sport watches as distinct from the established dive watches of the day, “The Speedking features only what it needs, and nothing it doesn’t. Because of that, there’s not much flash here, but a whole lot of substance.” Speedking and yes for todays standards they are extremely small at 30mm excluding the crown, but the history of this line is definitely interesting with links to the race car driver Sir Malcom Campbell to the choice of Officers being held captive during WW2 in prisoner of war camps ( Rolex Magazine has a great article explaining that one) Right up to the fact Steve McQueen wore one in the Great Escape in 1963…. that in itself is usually enough to send people wild – Vintage Rolex doesn’t get much better than this Speedking. From its aged white dial featuring raised gold gilt Arabic numerals to the quarters along with arrow indexes (Explorer Style) to its powerful pointed ‘dauphine’ hands and chapter ring markers. Rolex SpeedKing Precision manual Reference 6421 with a polar white dial is one of the most desirable combinations and rarest of the SpeedKing range. The original case on this watch is steel retaining the original Rolex Brevet signed crown/winder. This Rolex SpeedKing is cool and especially hard-to-find being an early variant with an engine turned bezel. The Rolex SpeedKing truly brings back the yesteryear of classic and simple vintage Rolex watches with a manual wound movement. The reference 6421 was introduced in the early 1950s, and unlike its predecessors it featured a screw-down crown and a removable bezel design. The reference also came in different dial configurations, but this one is particularly attractive because of the polar white dial which carries wonderful patina and has raised gold gilt numerals to the quarters, which is reminiscent of highly sort after important Rolex vintage pieces from the same era. This is a great mid sized vintage Rolex for someone who wants something a little different. The rare engine turned bezel beautifully wrapping around the Oyster steel case makes this watch a perfect size for someone yearning pure elegance. A brand new tan leather strap band finishes the package off and cements the presence of this timepiece on your wrist. The Original Dial: This has an attractive appeal. Signed Rolex SpeedKing Precision Swiss, whilst the dial subtly exudes a class you can only find on a watch of this stature. Unique highly polished gold gilt Arabic numerals along with arrow markers set the dial, outer chapter ring features applied minute indices with aged lume plots sitting behind the hour markers. Original gold gilt pointed steel ‘dauphine’ hands with a blue steel lollipop sweep centre seconds hand. Dial has marks commensurate with age and wear – Please observe photos carefully. The Original Case/Bezel: 30mm (without crown), Steel polished case with an engine turned bezel and down turned lugs. Serial number between lugs at 6 is scored and can only be read partially due to bracelet wear which is a common issue found on Rolex watches of this period the factory manufacturing date is stamped on the inner case cover 1.55 (first quarter 1955) – The reference 6421 is stamped in between lugs at 12 however appears to be only read partially due to bracelet wear over the years. The lugs remain sharp and characteristic showcasing the quality of Rolex’s reputation of making long lasting and iconic wristwatches. The condition of the case is solid for the age, has surface scratches commensurate with age and everyday wear. The Oyster case retains all the key attributes that makes this reference Rolex so desirable and proves to be a timeless piece of design and quality. The Original Crystal: Good condition. The Original Case Back Cover Outer: Screw back milled edge steel case fits flush without any issues. Has surface scratches associated with polished base metals commensurate with age and wear. The Original Case Back Cover Inner: Signed Geneva Swiss Montres Rolex SA 6421 1.55 (first quarter 1955) – Period service markers present. The Original Movement: Signed Montres Rolex S.A Geneva Swiss Seventeen 17 Jewels. Numbered 69430. Rolex manually wound calibre 1210 movement, lever escapement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic balance, 21,600 A/h, Kif shock absorber. In excellent working order running superbly keeping accurate time. Recently serviced by a Rolex specialist watchmaker with no issues to report. The Original Crown: Signed Rolex with the Brevet cross in relief. Superb working order. The Aftermarket Strap Band: Recently fitted good quality leather strap band and steel buckle. *Please observe photographs carefully as they form part of the description* Please note this Rolex is over 68 years old. Shipping DHL/UPS insured registered post World wide shipping buyer responsible for any taxes or duties due which may delay or hold up your shipment at destination port. Additional information; Maker: Rolex Model: SpeedKing Precision Material: Steel Dimensions: 30mm diameter excluding crown Aftermarket Strap Band: Brand New – Tan colour Lug Width: 17 mm Box/Papers: No Case: Steel Crown: Rolex Brevet Signed Crown. Dial: Polar White Crystal: Plexi. Technical specifications Winding: Manual. Movement type: Precision Manual. Calibre: Rolex Calibre 1210 Jewels: 17. Condition: Vintage condition with dial patina. Model Reference Number: 6421 Date of issue: first quarter 1955 Rolex offered the SpeedKing Precision watches from the 1940’s to the late 1960’s with several different variations, dials and movements. The Rolex SpeedKing Precision is one of the few Rolex watches equipped with a hand-wound mechanical movement. Rolex watches not only became the watches worn by the most influential people, they were also put to the test in the most extreme situations. Sir Malcolm Campbell wore one while breaking land speed records in Bluebell in 1935, as did the first pilot to break the sound barrier in 1947. Sir Edmund Hillary wore an Oyster on the first ever summit of Everest in 1953, and this extraordinary feat began a series of Professional models, the first of which was the Oyster Explorer, based on the model Hillary wore. The present watch a SpeedKing Precision ref. 6421 circa 1955 channels the importance of Rolex’s effect on history in wonderful style and elegance.

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