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ROLEX SUBMARINER REF. 1680 RED MF MK 2

The Rolex Submariner 1680 was the first Submariner model to feature a date function.
It was produced from 1968 to 1976. The main difference between the last and the first series is the famous red lettering on the dial, which can be found only on the first examples manufactured like the one we offer for sale. The specimens coming with this exclusive feature are certainly the most sought-after among collectors of vintage Rolex sport watches.

All the components of this 1680 we offer for sale match the production period: Mk2 meter first tritium dial, Mk3 inlay, 1680 III /69 signed caseback, 1570 COSC caliber, Triple lock crown, 9315/280/70 bracelet. Case is in exceptional condition: probably never touched, with sharp lugs. The dial is in mint condition and the tritium markers have taken on a charming yellow patina. A very high quality example of reference 1680, an opportunity not to be missed by the collector looking to add a watch to his vintage Rolex collection.

Serial Number 2,292,XXXX, Year 1969.

ROLEX OYSTER SHOCK RESISTING REF. 6082

The Rolex Oyster reference 6082 is a rather unusual reference made by Rolex in the 1950s. Its main features are the thin case, in-house hand-wound caliber, Super Oyster crown and screw-down caseback, radium Arabic numerals and hands. This reference was only made for a few years and was an excellent alternative for those looking for an elegant watch with a much thinner case profile than the Rolex “Bubbleback” watches. An unusual feature of the present Rolex Oyster 6082 is the presence of the inscription “Shock – Resisting” at 6 of the clock, to further enhance the resistance of Rolex watches to shocks and impacts.

This Rolex Oyster reference 6082 is a very well preserved example of this rare reference. The reference 6082 is a highly desirable vintage Rolex model that with its 34mm case diameter was quite large for the standards of the 1950s. The present example is even more collectible as it bears the inscription “Shock – Resisting” at 6 o’clock, which is a rare occurrence on these watches. The radium on the hands has left a charming light stain on the dial over time, something that is very common on watches with this luminous material on the hands. The overall condition is very good, the dial has a nice vintage patina, the case matches the original shapes, the movement works perfectly. All components are original and correct for the watch including dial, movement, case back, bezel. The watch comes with a later Rolex Oyster bracelet.

Year 1952, diameter 34mm, Serial Number 813,XXX.

CARTIER TANK LADY REVERSO YELLOW GOLD

The Reverso is one of the most precious and unusual models created by Cartier. After the launch of the “Basculante” in the 1930s, Cartier, taking inspiration from Jaeger Le Coultre, created the Reverso in late 70s. Being a Reverso model the case can slide and rotate hiding the part with the dial. The lines of the Reverso follows in terms of style that of the classic Tank but with the peculiarity of the rotating case. For sure the Reverso is one of the rarest Cartier Tank models in history, very few were produced and even further came to the market.

This hand-wound Cartier Tank Reverso features a beautiful and elegant white dial with black Roman numerals, blue hands and the signature Paris at 6 o’clock. The light brown leather strap comes with a Cartier deployant in yellow gold. The 18K yellow gold case still has a visible serial number and deep hallmarks. The movement works perfectly. The sliding case mechanism has no defects and it is in perfect working order. Undoubtedly an extremely rare model that should be added to the Cartier collection.

ROLEX OYSTER PERPETUAL REF. 6108 SEMI-BUBBLEBACK

Rolex introduced the Bubbleback in the early 1930s, and it was the company’s best seller for nearly 20 years. It was produced in fairly large quantities in a variety of metals, case shapes, and dial designs. The nickname Bubbleback derives from the typical highly rounded shape of the casebacks, which was caused by the rather large dimensions of the automatic calibers used by Rolex during that period. Another important feature of the Bubbleback watches is the fact that they were equipped with automatic movements and waterproof cases, both exceptional and surprising features for a wristwatch at that time. In the mid-1950s Rolex began to use thinner calibers such as the “645” which made it possible to make the caseback less domed. This 6108 is equipped with the caliber “645” and is a rare Rolex “Semi Bubbleback” reference.

The present Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6108 is a very rare reference, made around the mid-1950s for a very short period of time. The main features of the present specimen are the caliber “645”, the 34mm Oyster case and the presence of radium on hands and indexes. Another distinguishing feature is the “Oyster Perpetual” inscription at 12 of the clock along with the Super Oyster Crown. The radium on the hands has left a charming light spot on the dial over time, something that is very common on watches with this luminous material on the hands. The overall condition is very good, the dial has a nice vintage patina, the case matches the original shapes, the movement works perfectly. All components are original and correct for the watch including dial, movement, caseback, bezel.

Year 1952, diameter 34mm, Serial Number 803,XXX.

UNIVERSAL GENEVE POCKET WATCH SALMON DIAL

Numa Emile Descombes and Ulysse Georges Perret founded Universal Genève in 1894 in Le Locle (Neuchâtel, Switzerland). During the 1930s and 1960s, the company boomeed under the direction of Raoul Perret, son of the founder. Universal watches stood out for their elegance and mechanical technique and became an immediate success. Many were the legendary models appeared in this period: Compax, Aero-Compax and Tri-Compax (1930-40), Polerouter (1954) etc. In Late 1800s, early 1900s Universal specialized in the production of fine and elegant pocket watches. Before the arrival of wrist watches, pocket watches were a huge business for Universal which developed and created true works of art. Universal pocket watches are still the object of desire of many vintage watch collectors today. In fact, the charm of these objects is undeniable, especially if with rare dial configurations and perfectly preserved like this example.

The present Universal pocket watch is an exceptional specimen made in the early years of the 20th century. Featuring a refined caliber 292, an exceptional salmon dial with tachymetric and telemetric scales and feuille hands, an oversized round case, this pocket watch would surely be an exceptional addition to any vintage Universal collection. The overall condition is great: the case looks unpolished, the dial is flawless, the caseback has no steel cancer and closes perfectly, the fine caliber works flawlessly. Salmon dial pocket watches were made by Universal in extremely small numbers and are rarely found on the market making this timepiece and exceptionally rare unit.