{"title":"Archive","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-ref-1601-blue-dial","title":"Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 Blue Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eHard to believe - but the Datejust has been around since 1945. It is far older than its bigger and attention hogging Submariner brethren. The Datejust was Rolex’s idea of the perfect everyday watch. The robustness of the Oyster case, combined with the elegance of an Oyster Perpetual. The ‘4 digit’ series of Datejust are particularly attractive for their pie-pan dials which offer a layer of three dimensionality to the dials that went away with the advent of quickset date and 5 digit Datejusts. These early Datejusts were available as the 1601 - with a fluted white gold bezel, or the 1603 - with an engine turned steel bezel. They are also the first Datejusts to become available in a myriad of colors and styles. The present example is a white gold bezel 1601 with a stunning blue dial. Fitted to its period correct Rolex jubilee bracelet, this is an incredible everyday wearing vintage watch for the person who wants something a little more special than a standard fare Datejust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048572895549,"sku":"SQ5099451","price":4750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DATEJUST_STLBLUE_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239871"},{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-ref-1603-bamboo-bezel","title":"Rolex Datejust Ref. 1603 - 'Bamboo' Bezel","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #111111;\"\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eHard to believe - but the Datejust has been around since 1945. It is far older than its bigger and attention-hogging Submariner brethren. The Datejust was Rolex’s idea of the perfect everyday watch. The robustness of the Oyster case, combined with the elegance of an Oyster Perpetual. The ‘4 digit’ series of Datejust are particularly attractive for their pie-pan dials which offer a layer of three-dimensionality to the dials that went away with the advent of quickset date and 5-digit Datejusts. These early Datejusts were available as the 1601 - with a fluted white gold bezel, or the 1603 - with an engine-turned steel bezel, like the present example. The 4-Digit series is also the first Datejust to become available in a myriad of colors and styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe present example is made special two two details. It’s ‘Bamboo’ Bezel, and its Claw-like Silver Sunburst Dial. ‘Bamboo’ Bezel Rolex models were seldom made and owe their name to the unique three line engravings put around the steel bezel that resemble the rings around a piece of bamboo. Incredibly rare, and sought after by collectors, it is not known how many watches were fitted with these unique bezels in period. Additionally, this silver sunburst bezel has very unique hour indices that closely resemble that of the ‘Claw-Dial’ Day-Dates from a similar period. Well-preserved, and with perfect pumpkin lume plots - there are no signs of dial wear. Fitted to a period Rolex Jubilee bracelet, this is an incredible everyday wearing vintage watch for the person who wants something a little more special than a standard fare Datejust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048573092157,"sku":"SQ1481892","price":5850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DATEJUST_SILVER_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239892"},{"product_id":"rolex-gmt-master-ref-1675-mk-1-long-e-dial","title":"Rolex GMT Master Ref. 1675 - Mk 1 Long 'E' Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eLet’s rewind the clock to the 1950s. Pan American World Airways, is in talks with Boeing to launch the worlds first passenger jetliner, massively shortening the time between American and European nations. It does however, present an interesting dilemma. Pilots need to be able to tell time in two places at the same time with a very quick glance. Who does Juan Trippe turn to? Rolex. While worldtimers and GMTs were not a new invention - the way Rolex chose to answer it was incredibly novel AND simple. The addition of a ‘slow’ 24 hour hand that made one revolution per day and a simple change of the bezel to a military 24 hour time would allow the wearer to quickly read time in two places at once. Points awarded here for mechanical simplicity, and execution. The bezel would be in two different colors to represent AM\/PM times, and those colors would be the PanAm colors of Red \u0026amp; Blue (naturally). While the watch was developed rather quickly and the first generation 6542 released in the mid 50s, the Boeing Jetliner (the 707) took a little longer to develop. That being said, when PanAm flew the 707 on its maiden flight from New York’s Idlewild Airport \u003cem\u003e(not yet JFK!)\u003c\/em\u003e to Paris \u003cem\u003e(with onboard catered food from Maxim’s of Paris!)\u003c\/em\u003e it was the Rolex GMT-Master on the flight crews wrist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWhich leads us to the present example GMT-Master, a second generation 1675. While the 6542 GMT was a great watch, it was not without its flaws. To many in the collector community the 1675 is the \u003cem\u003ede rigueur\u003c\/em\u003e of GMT-Masters. This present example being a very early and sought after Mk I variant. The bezel is in excellent condition with only slight fading to its signature blue\/red color palette \u003cem\u003e(thanks PanAm) \u003c\/em\u003eand the case has been professionally restored at the hands of a master. The dial is in excellent condition where its dark black has faded to a softt grey, and the lume has a lovely cream color. Fitted to a Rolex Oyster, the GMT-Master is always our choice as the ultimate vintage daily-wearer!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048573124925,"sku":"SQ2659889","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_GMT_PEPSI_FADED_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239895"},{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-ref-1680-red-sub-mk-6-dial","title":"Rolex Submariner Ref. 1680 - Red Sub Mk 6 Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe Rolex Submariner is a true icon - and the word icon does get thrown around a lot. If you were to ask 10 people to draw you their idea of a watch looks like - chances are they would draw or describe something that looks like a Rolex Submariner. It’s the dive watch of reference good\/bad\/indifferent there is no escaping it. Over its 70 year run there have been numerous changes made to the model, but one of the smallest and most desirable hails from a brief period in the 70’s where the word Submariner changed to red printing. Why the change? Nobody really knows - and Rolex certainly isn’t one to offer explanations. What we do know, is that these watches hail from an era when the Submariner was still mostly used by people who needed the ruggedness and capability of a true sports dive watch. Over the life of these pieces many watches got destroyed, had their dials changed out, or just got lost in the cushions of a couch that ended up in a trash compactor (Check the cushions ASAP!) What we do know, is that these Red Submariners are extremely beautiful and rare making them a great way to stand out, while blending in. The present example is known as a Mark 6 Dial and dates to 1974. Subtle details like the silver date wheel with open 6’s and 9’s as well as the serifs and fonts tell us this watch is as it left the factory. While the case has been polished gently over its 40+ year life, it presents extremely well and has a highly attractive and patinated bezel insert.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048573157693,"sku":"SQ5128435","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/files\/ROLEX_SUB_RED_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239898"},{"product_id":"longines-30ch-waterproof-chronograph-ref-7413","title":"Longines 30CH Waterproof Chronograph Ref. 7413","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLongines is one of the most well respected manufacturers of the 20th century and this is due, in large part, to their incredible chronographs calibers. In 1936, Longines introduced the 13ZN, which is probably one of the the most iconic chronograph movements produced. The success of the 13ZN allowed further creations such as the 30CH and the 530 calibers, which are also highly regarded chronograph movements. Longines was renowned not only for being the first to present a flyback chronograph in a wristwatch, but also for how clean and instantaneous the chronograph action and reset was. The current example is a slightly more sophisticated, dressy version of the chronograph than its “tool watch”counterpart. The silvered dial has gained a nice patina and the case remains unpolished. Truly a wonderful and attractive vintage chronographs from one of the all time great watchmakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048573354301,"sku":"SQ9429936","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/LONGINES_30CH_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239926"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-1803-white-gold-president","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 - White Gold President","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eWhen the Day-Date was released in 1956, it was the only complicated Rolex for sale. Hard to believe, but people didn’t want Rolex’s previous attempts at complicated wristwatches. All of that changed when President Dwight D. Eisenhower was spotted wearing the Rolex, and the watch became known as ‘The President’. An internationally known symbol of success and prestige, the Rolex Day-Date was available for many years on a strap or matching bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHowever, this is no ordinary ‘President’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe Day-Date has only ever been made in precious metals, and white gold is not only one of the stealthier ways to do a solid-gold Rolex, but it’s also one of the rarest. While the case is identical to any 36mm Day-Date the white gold adds an understated stealth-wealth level to this piece. The watch has an ‘if you know, you know’ element to it - \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eeven though the casual observer may think it’s made of stainless steel.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eFitted to a matching 18K White Gold presidential bracelet, and finished with a silver pie-pan dial, this 1960s 1803 is truly eye catching. The dial condition is excellent with fully intact lume plots and perfectly matching handset. The lume has aged to a bright cream color, which is exactly what we like to see! The bracelet is in good overall condition, and the case is well preserved with no signs of previous polishing. These watches represent an incredible value over a brand new 36mm Day-Date - and you can say you have something in common with President Eisenhower. How’s that for bragging rights?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048573452605,"sku":"SQ7416230","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYDATE_SLVR_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239936"},{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-ref-1603-near-new-full-set","title":"Rolex Datejust Ref. 1603 - Near New, Full Set","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #111111;\"\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eHard to believe - but the Datejust has been around since 1945. It is far older than its bigger and attention-hogging Submariner brethren. The Datejust was Rolex’s idea of the perfect everyday watch. The robustness of the Oyster case, combined with the elegance of an Oyster Perpetual. The ‘4 digit’ series of Datejust are particularly attractive for their pie-pan dials which offer a layer of three-dimensionality to the dials that went away with the advent of quickset date and 5-digit Datejusts. These early Datejusts were available as the 1601 - with a fluted white gold bezel, or the 1603 - with an engine-turned steel bezel, like the present example. The 4-Digit series is also the first Datejust to become available in a myriad of colors and styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe present example is made special by its condition. While at first glance this is just a silver-sunburst Datejust - take a closer look. That is an unpolished, untouched case. Flip it over - that is an original Rolex case back sticker. With the Datejust being the model that Rolex designed for everyday used - it is shocking to see a watch that was seemingly never worn! Preserved with it’s boxes and papers and full suite of materials you almost wonder what the story may have been. A gift that was never given? Maybe for a celebration that never occurred? Was it lost in the back of somebody's safe?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eWhile we may never know that - what we do know is this is essential a new 1974 Rolex Datejust - and that is not something you see anymore! Aside from its perfect case and bracelet, the dial is as well-preserved as you would expect - featuring perfect pumpkin lume plots - with no signs of dial wear. There is no question that you should want this watch - but to wear, or not to wear - \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTHAT\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is the question.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048573485373,"sku":"SQ9614012","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/files\/ROLEX_DATEJUST_SLVR_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239939"},{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-ref-5513-mk4-maxi-dial","title":"Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513 - Mk4 Maxi Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Rolex Submariner is a true icon - and the word icon does get thrown around a lot. If you were to ask 10 people to draw you their idea of a watch looks like - chances are they would draw or describe something that looks like a Rolex Submariner. It’s the dive watch of reference good\/bad\/indifferent there is no escaping it. Over its 70 year run there have been numerous changes made to the model, but this - the reference 5513 - is widely considered to be \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ethe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e reference to own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe 5513 spanned almost 30 years of production (1962-1989) and underwent a series of changes that saw the earliest models born with gilt dials, and the last ones born with high-gloss dials with white gold surrounds. The present example hails from the later half of the 5513 production run where matte dials that we prize as collectors were still in use, along with ‘Maxi-Dials’. What is a Maxi Dial? Well, that is when the lume plots were made larger to improve low-light readability of the watch. The reason why? Simple - these watches hail from an era when the Submariner was still mostly used by people who needed the ruggedness and capability of a true sports dive watch. Over the life of these pieces many watches got destroyed, had their dials changed out, or just got lost in the cushions of a couch that ended up in a trash compactor (Check the cushions ASAP!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere are Submariners, \u003cem\u003eand then there are Submariners.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis - however - is not just any 5513. This is perhaps one of the nicest vintage Submariners we have ever come accross at Oliver \u0026amp; Clarke. The watch is perfectly preserved, unpolished, with its original Rolex case back sticker in-tact. The dial is flawless - truly, flawless, and the lume has aged to a beautiful bright pumpkin orange color. This is where those maxi-lume plots really shine as it creates such a stunning effect accross the dial and handset. The Rolex Oyster bracelet is in the same kind of condition you would expect, as is the stunning bezel insert and lume pip. This is not to be missed, and we hope to see it go off to an amazing new home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048573681981,"sku":"SQ9082004","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_SUB_BLK_PUMPKIN_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239968"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-1803-blue-minute-track-dial","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 - Blue Minute Track Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eWhen the Day-Date was released in 1956, it was the only complicated Rolex for sale. Hard to believe, but people didn’t want Rolex’s previous attempts at complicated wristwatches. All of that changed when President Dwight D. Eisenhower was spotted wearing the Rolex, and the watch became known as ‘The President’. An internationally known symbol of success and prestige, the Rolex Day-Date was available for many years on a strap or matching solid gold bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThis present example is fitted with that iconic yellow gold presidential bracelet, and a rare blue outer minute track dial. Furthermore, the dial condition is outstanding with fully in-tact lume plots and perfectly matching handset. The outer track of this present example also features and outer minute scale as opposed to the far more common rail-scale which adds an additional air of refinement. All for about half the cost of a brand new 36mm Day-Date - and you can say you have something in common with President Eisenhower. How’s that for bragging rights?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048573714749,"sku":"SQ0531662","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYADTE_GREY_DIAL_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239977"},{"product_id":"longines-30ch-chronograph-multi-color-dial","title":"Longines '30CH' Chronograph - Multi-Color Dial","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLongines is one of the most well respected manufacturers of the 20th century and this is due, in large part, to their incredible chronographs calibers. In 1936, Longines introduced the 13ZN, which is probably one of the the most iconic chronograph movements produced. The success of the 13ZN allowed further creations such as the 30CH and the 530 calibers, which are also highly regarded chronograph movements. Longines was renowned not only for being the first to present a flyback chronograph in a wristwatch, but also for how clean and instantaneous the chronograph action and reset was.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe current example is a slightly more sophisticated and dressy version of the chronograph than its “tool watch”counterpart. The silvered dial featured multi-colored scales for ease of use, and has gained a gentle patina. The case is lovingly preserved, though does show signs of past polishing consistent with a watch from this era. The lume has aged evenly throughout, but there is slight chipping of the hands - more signs of a life well lived from what would have been a hugely expensive watch in its time. Truly a wonderful and attractive vintage chronograph from one of the all time great watchmakers, and a coveted calibre and complication!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048573813053,"sku":"OC1800","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/LONGINES_CHRONO_STRAP_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239985"},{"product_id":"heuer-autavia-viceroy-ref-1163","title":"Heuer Autavia 'Viceroy' - Ref. 1163","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWhile the Carrera gets all the attention - the Heuer Autavia is actually the ‘OG’ Heuer. A combination of ‘Automotive’ and ‘Aviation’ - the Autavia line originally started as dash mounted rally timers made for motorsport and aviation applications. It was not until the early 1960s that first Autavia wrist chronographs came around. The first generation Autvaia - known as the 2446 - used screw in cases with Valjoux 72 movements - while the second generation case with used a snap-back case or ‘Compressor’ Case - hence the model shift to 2446C. This watch, however, comes from one of the models most iconic series - the Third Generation ‘Cushion Case’ Autavia, which was the first to get Heuer’s Cal 11 automatic winding chronograph movement.,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eNot only does the present example use the iconic Cushion Case - but this is also one of the most fascinating back stories of any watch ever. \u003cstrong\u003eThis was the watch that SAVED Heuer. \u003c\/strong\u003eYou read that right. During the 1960s Heuer cemented its reputation with auto racing - and cigarette brand Viceroy came to them seeking a collaboration on a seven-month promotional offer: anyone who bought 10 packs of cigarettes were to be extended a special price of $88 for its Autavia chronograph - which was typically a $200 watch! As is still the case, cigarette brands have incredible marketing reach and budgets - and could bring the Heuer brand to an entirely new segment of the American market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"\"\u003eOn Heuer’s end of the bargain was the Autavia ref. 1163V model. The brand based the model on the standard Autavia ref. 1163, which featured red painted hands and 12 numerals in the left register. It was typically fitted with a tachymeter bezel, but this present example is fitted with a bezel featuring both hour and minute markers. It was not uncommon for buyers to request a bezel change; many examples of this same reference are seen fitted with this type of bezel. Our friends at HODINKEE wrote an incredible full-length story on this marketing promotion and you can more about it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hodinkee.com\/articles\/ode-to-smoke\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTLDR; \u003c\/strong\u003ethis promotion - and this watch - saved Heuer and the present example in virtually new old stock condition is one of the best modern watchmaking (and marketing stories) that can be accessible to anyone at any price!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048574075197,"sku":"SQ5317636","price":4350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/HEUER_AUTAVIA_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239902"},{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-ref-5513-bart-simpson-dial","title":"Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513 - Bart Simpson Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Rolex Submariner is a true icon - and the word icon does get thrown around a lot. If you were to ask 10 people to draw you their idea of a watch looks like - chances are they would draw or describe something that looks like a Rolex Submariner. It’s the dive watch of reference good\/bad\/indifferent there is no escaping it. Over its 70 year run there have been numerous changes made to the model, but this - the reference 5513 - is widely considered to be \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ethe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e reference to own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe 5513 spanned almost 30 years of production (1962-1989) and underwent a series of changes that saw the earliest models born with gilt dials, and the last ones born with high-gloss dials with white gold surrounds. The present example hails from the early years of the 5513 production run where gilt printed dials were still in use by the brand. Gilt dials are when the lettering and fonts are punched out of the dial so that the brass ‘gilt’ color shows through creating a golden text appearance. These are not very easy to produce and were ultimately discontinued by Rolex in the later half of the 1960s as they couldn’t be produced in the same quantity as a matte dial - but nothing shines and glows like a Rolex gilt dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis particular 5513 is known as the ‘Bart Simpson’ for its unusual coronet signature at 12 that bears resemblance to the iconic cartoon character form the TV show! Made for a short period of time, and likely due to a bleeding defect in the dial making process, this is exactly the type of small detail that we love and what separates a “normal” gilt 5513 from a truly special one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe coronet aside, this 5513 exhibits some slight matting to the dial, which is very common as gilt dials tend to age and lose their high-gloss. The lume matches beautifully across the dial and handset and is in excellent condition, and the case still shows off it’s factory finished bevels. This is a special one, and with the 70th Anniversary of the Submariner in 2023, what better way to celebrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048574107965,"sku":"SQ5439764","price":24850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_SUB_MTRSFIRST_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239913"},{"product_id":"benrus-type-i-military-issued-sterile-dial","title":"Benrus Type I - Military Issued Sterile Dial","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWatches of Espionage? Read on!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWatches still played a critical role in military service in the 1970s. As a result of the need for a more robust dive watch tailored to the military's needs, the United States Department of Defense issued the MIL-W-50717 standard, which put forth a more robust list of required specifications, more so than any prior contract. There were many options for lower level officers and platoons when it came to timepieces, but for the best of the best including the renowned Navy Seals, the Benrus Type I and Type II were the best option.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe Type I was the earliest version and far more rare, making this piece one of only a handful ever produced. Benrus made these pieces exclusively for the military from 1972 to 1980 and this 1979 (\u003cem\u003eApril of 1979 to be exact!\u003c\/em\u003e). The case is completely unpolished with its original sandblasted finish, its caseback is sharp with all of its original military issue marks and its tritium dial is a perfect background to its vibrant lume, with the edges of the dial showing paint loss consistent with a military issued and worn watch! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eDue to their limited production and active use during military trials, very few of these pieces survive today in this kind of condition. We are pleased to offer this Type I up for its next tour of duty, and invite you to strap a real piece of history to your wrist. If only it could tell you the place it’s been….\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048574140733,"sku":"OC1973","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/BENRUS_TYPE1_STRAP_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239923"},{"product_id":"audemars-piguet-royal-oak-day-date-ref-25572ba-owl","title":"Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Day-Date Ref. 25572BA - 'Owl'","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIt’s not unfair to say that Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is one of the most iconic watches ever made. Designed in 1972 by Gerald Genta, the Royal Oak completely changed the way that we look at a steel sports watch. For the first time, stainless steel was treated as a precious metal - receiving complex finishing techniques of brushing, polishing, and beveling - all by hand. The idea that its eight hexagonal bezel screws would be finely finished and left exposed for the wearer to see was a revolutionary thought. It’s no surprise that the model became the calling card for the family owned Audemars Piguet - not to mention one of the most sought after watches in the world. While the initial 5402 was time-only, AP quickly began to capitalize on the success of the Royal Oak and begin to integrate other complications and variations into this case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePrior to the Royal Oak’s introduction, AP was a master of high complications making beautiful movements in precious metals. It was only a matter of time after the introduction of the Royal Oak that AP would continue to leverage that mastery and marry them with the new design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhich leads us to the Royal Oak that we have here, a Royal Oak Day-Date Reference 25572BA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThese pieces feature 36mm cases with that iconic integrated bracelet and a day and date complication displayed in an attractive, twin-indicator layout. The symmetrical contrasting indicators on the right and left halves of the dial is reminiscent of an owls face (once you see it, you cant unsee it!), and for that reason have become colloquially known as 'Owls.'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis particular example remains in very strong condition overall, showing only light wear to the case and bracelet. The champagne gold dial has developed an attractive, even patination around its outer edge and is complimented by the early \"Audemars Piguet\" text on the dial in the same font size, along with the desirable non-luminous applied indices and matching 'pencil' handset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eA slightly off the beaten path Royal Oak with an always practical complication!\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048574173501,"sku":"OC1970","price":28450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/AP_ROYALOAK_GLD_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239938"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-1803-oxblood-stella-dial","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 - Oxblood Stella Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eWhen the Day-Date was released in 1956, it was the only complicated Rolex for sale. Hard to believe, but people didn’t want Rolex’s previous attempts at complicated wristwatches. All of that changed when President Dwight D. Eisenhower was spotted wearing the Rolex, and the watch became known as ‘The President’. An internationally known symbol of success and prestige, the Rolex Day-Date was available for many years on a strap or matching solid gold bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHowever, this is no ordinary ‘President’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe present watch has an elusive dial that is part of a family known as “Stella Dials.” Although the history isn’t conclusive, it is believed that the dials were named after the famous artist Frank Stella to honor his vibrant paintings or possibly named after the Latin word for star which is also “Stella.” These dials are as rare as they are beautiful. They were produced for a very limited time, in part due to the complexity of these dials. They were handmade by artisans who painstakingly applied many layers of lacquer, which give these dials their iconic depth. The process was \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eso \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ecomplex, that many dials cracked during manufacturing leading to their rarity. The present example features a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeep Red \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eor \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Oxblood” \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ecolored Stella dial, which is in truly exceptional condition with no signs of dial wear, chips or marks. The deep red plays elegantly with the yellow gold case, and is a more subdued option when compared to some of the other Stella variants like turquoise or orange. Dial aside, the present watch is in outstanding condition, featuring an exceptionally well-preserved case and matching concealed clasp presidential bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048574271805,"sku":"SQ3695005","price":39500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYDATE_GLD_OXBLOOD_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239952"},{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-date-ref-16800-matte-dial","title":"Rolex Submariner Date Ref. 16800 - Matte Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Rolex Submariner is a true icon - and the word icon does get thrown around a lot. If you were to ask 10 people to draw you their idea of a watch looks like - chances are they would draw or describe something that looks like a Rolex Submariner. It’s the dive watch of reference good\/bad\/indifferent there is no escaping it. Over its 70 year run there have been numerous changes made to the model, but this 16800 represents a very interesting period in the Submariner story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Ref. 1680 was the first Submariner to feature a date, and had a long production run spanning close to 15 years - and was eventually replaced by the 16800 series of Submariner Date. During that 16800 era, the watch underwent a series of changes that saw the earliest models born with matte dials, and the last ones born with high-gloss dials with white gold surrounds. The present example hails from the first half of the 16800 production run where matte dials that we prize as collectors were still in use. These early 16800 hail from an era when the Submariner was still mostly used by people who needed the ruggedness and capability of a true sports dive watch, but was starting to gain traction with professionals who worked in office settings too. Like any vintage Rolex, over the life of these pieces many watches got destroyed, had their dials changed out, or just got lost in the cushions of a couch that ended up in a trash compactor (Check the cushions ASAP!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis watch is in truly outstanding condition presenting a near-flawless dial and expertly refinished case - with attractive bezel fading to boot. The dial features the same 4-lines of text we have come to expect from the Submariner, proclaiming its superlative chronometer status. This is a special one, and with the 70th Anniversary of the Submariner in 2023, what better way to celebrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048574304573,"sku":"SQ6114486","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_SUB_BLK_4LINE_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239966"},{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-ref-5512-gilt-chapter-ring-pcg-exclamation-point","title":"Rolex Submariner Ref. 5512 - 'Gilt Chapter Ring PCG Exclamation Point'","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rolex Submariner is a true icon — and the word \"icon\" does get thrown around an awful lot. If you were to ask ten people at random to draw you their idea of a watch looks like, chances are they would draw or describe something that looks like a Rolex Submariner. It’s the dive watch of reference, and good\/bad\/indifferent there is no escaping it. Throughout its 70-year production, there have been countless small changes made to the model, with the Reference 5512 representing a very interesting period in the Submariner story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ref. 5512 was originally sold alongside the 5513 as an up-market chronometer certified version of the venerable dive watch icon. During its production run, the 5512 series transitioned from the glossy gilt dials of the early 1960s, to matte dials in the later examples — as well as a bevy of different case and crown guard shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece that we have here hails from the early years of the 5512 production run where gilt printed dials were still in use by the brand. Gilt dials are when the lettering and fonts are punched out of the dial so that the brass ‘gilt’ color shows through creating a golden text appearance. These are not very easy to produce and were ultimately discontinued by Rolex in the later half of the 1960s, as they couldn’t be produced in the same quantity as a matte dial - but nothing shines and glistens quite like these gilt dials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example dates to circa 1961 and features an sharp refurbished case housing a beautiful glossy dial, a lightly faded 'long 5' bezel insert , and comes fitted to a well preserved 'stretch-rivet' Oyster bracelet to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is fair to say that watches like this, preserved with these truly excellent dials do not surface often. Collectors tend to hold onto these best-in-class examples making this an incredible opportunity to snag this one.\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048574533949,"sku":"OC1431","price":33950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_SUB_MTRSFIRST_WEB_1_c7da72e2-7ab6-4f9c-a2f0-d6cec00fbb80.jpg?v=1696239976"},{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-ref-5512-gilt-four-line-1","title":"Rolex Submariner Ref. 5512 - 'Gilt Four-Line'","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rolex Submariner is a true icon — and the word \"icon\" does get thrown around an awful lot. If you were to ask ten people at random to draw you their idea of a watch looks like, chances are they would draw or describe something that looks like a Rolex Submariner. It’s the dive watch of reference, and good\/bad\/indifferent there is no escaping it. Throughout its 70-year production, there have been countless small changes made to the model, with the Reference 5512 representing a very interesting period in the Submariner story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ref. 5512 was originally sold alongside the 5513 as an up-market chronometer certified version of the venerable dive watch icon. During its production run, the 5512 series transitioned from the glossy gilt dials of the early 1960s, to matte dials in the later examples — as well as a bevy of different case and crown guard shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece that we have here hails from an era\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhen gilt-printed dials were still in use by the brand. Gilt dials are when the lettering and fonts are punched out of the dial so that the brass ‘gilt’ color shows through creating a golden text appearance. These are not very easy to produce and were ultimately discontinued by Rolex in the later half of the 1960s, as they couldn’t be produced in the same quantity as a matte dial - but nothing shines and glistens quite like these gilt dials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example dates to circa 1966 and features a strong case with beautiful glossy-gilt dial, a 'Long-5' bezel insert showing a light fade, and a 'rivet' Oyster bracelet to boot.\u003cem style=\"color: #808080; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048574599485,"sku":"OC1944","price":29350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_SUB_BLACK_4LINE_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696239990"},{"product_id":"rolex-explorer-i-ref-1016-tropical-gilt-exclamation-point-dial","title":"Rolex Explorer I Ref. 1016 - Tropical Gilt Exclamation Point Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eMay 29, 1953\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eAfter an arduous journey starting on March 10th of 1953, and an extremely difficult assault on the summit, Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary became the first people to successfully summit Mt. 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While using the same case as a Datejust, the smooth bezel and applied luminous Arabic 3,6,9 lend a more rugged and utilitarian aesthetic to the watch. This present example is in extremely well preserved condition, \u003cstrong\u003eand \u003c\/strong\u003eit a very early gilt dial model. It has a beautiful glossy-gilt dial, that has aged to a stunning and deep tropical brown color. The case has been polished in the past, but was done so respectfully and evenly preserving those beautiful case lines we look for in the early Explorers. \u003cstrong\u003eFurthermore\u003c\/strong\u003e, this watch - hailing from 1962 - features a coveted ‘Exclamation Point’ dial. That small dot under the ‘6’ position was thought to have been placed there (for one year only in ‘62) to denote a higher mix of tritium in the lume, NOT radium. It’s those kinds of details that really elevate a watch to true collector status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048574894397,"sku":"SQ7879964","price":17500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_EXPLORER_STRAP_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240025"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-1803-pumpkin-diamond-dial","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 - Pumpkin Diamond Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThere is something to be said about flagship watches - and in the world of Rolex there is no more prestigious watch than the Day-Date, or President. Worn by heads of state, CEOs, celebrities, and anyone who’s ‘made-it’ - the Day-Date has only ever been made in precious metals - and white gold is not only one of the stealthier ways to do a solid-gold Rolex, but its also one of the rarest. While the case is identical to any 36mm Day-Date the white gold adds an understated stealth-wealth level to this piece. The watch has an ‘if you know, you know’ element to it, and upon closer look of the dial you will also notice the factory diamond indices. The stunning diamonds that Rolex chooses to use for its watches are of the highest quality and are matched here by a perfectly aged luminous handset. Together with the lume plots, the luminescent material has aged to a highly desirable ‘pumpkin’ color - which plays beautifully against the crisp silver sunburst. The unpolished case is nearly perfect and the signature Rolex President bracelet (in matching 18K White Gold, of course) exhibits the most minimal signs of stretch. For those who want the best, there can only be one choice - The Rolex Day-Date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048574959933,"sku":"SQ4331458","price":17500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYDATE_DIA_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240036"},{"product_id":"rolex-gmt-master-ref-1675-pepsi-gilt-dial-box-papers","title":"Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675 - 'Pepsi' Gilt Dial Box \u0026 Papers","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"\"\u003eThe Rolex GMT-Master is one of the most historic and iconic watches the brand ever produced. Its origin dates back to a commission request by Pan American World Airways in the early 50’s for their fleet of pilots who needed access to different time zones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pieces would feature a similar design to another watch that Rolex was developing around that time, the Submariner, but would include a fourth hand running on 24-hr time, and a bi-colored bezel insert to represent AM\/PM times. Those colors, naturally, would be the PanAm colors: Red \u0026amp; Blue. Thus, in 1953, the Ref. 6542 GMT-Master was born. These early pieces were ultimately, fragile arguably flawed in some ways, and were therefor \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003esucceeded by the updated Reference 1675 in 1959.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pieces introduced a larger case size with crown-guards and a bi-colored blue + red bezel insert made of aluminum. The Ref. 1675 underwent many small changes over its 21-year production run, with a slew of dial, bezel, bracelet, and hand variations. You know, Rolex stuff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece that we have here hails from the tail end of when 'gilt' printed dials were still in use by the brand. Gilt dials are when the lettering and fonts are punched out of the dial so that the brass ‘gilt’ color shows through creating a golden text appearance. These are not very easy to produce and were ultimately discontinued by Rolex in the later half of the 1960s, as they couldn’t be produced in the same quantity as a matte dial - but nothing shines and glistens quite like these gilt dials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe example that we have here dates to circa 1966 and features a professionally refurbished case with clear chamfers, a black 'gilt' dial with an attractive patina across the luminous elements, and a 'fat font' bezel insert with a gentle fade. It comes fitted to a 'rivet' Oyster bracelet with a signed clasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRounding out the package, this piece comes with its box and punched papers dating to 1966!\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048575156541,"sku":"OC1330","price":27850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/files\/ROLEX_GMT_PEPSI_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240039"},{"product_id":"rolex-gmt-master-ref-1675-mk1-fuchsia-bezel","title":"Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675 - MK1 'Fuchsia' Bezel","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Rolex GMT-Master is one of the most historic and iconic watches the brand ever produced. Its origin dates back to a commission request by Pan American World Airways in the early 50’s for their fleet of pilots who needed access to different time zones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pieces would feature a similar design to another watch that Rolex was developing around that time, the Submariner, but would include a fourth hand running on 24-hr time, and a bi-colored bezel insert to represent AM\/PM times. Those colors, naturally, would be the PanAm colors: Red \u0026amp; Blue. Thus, in 1953, the Ref. 6542 GMT-Master was born. These early pieces were ultimately, fragile arguably flawed in some ways, and were therefor \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003esucceeded by the updated Reference 1675 in 1959.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pieces introduced a larger case size with crown-guards and a bi-colored blue + red bezel insert made of aluminum. The Ref. 1675 underwent many small changes over its 21-year production run, with a slew of dial, bezel, bracelet, and hand variations. You know, Rolex stuff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe example that we have here dates to circa 1969 and features an excellent, thick and even case housing a 'Mark 1 Long E' matte black dial showing a deep, even patina with a matching handset. It comes fitted to a later solid-link Oyster bracelet with a signed blade clasp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRounding out the package, the bezel insert has changed to the highly desirable blue and purple 'Fuchsia' color. Love it or hate it, this is a solid example of an early matte dial 1675!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048575254845,"sku":"OC2176","price":21750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_GMT_FUSCHIA_WEB_1_507668d6-55d8-4c78-8b7c-9249811bb1f5.jpg?v=1696240082"},{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-date-ref-16800-gloss-dial","title":"Rolex Submariner Date Ref. 16800 - Gloss Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Rolex Submariner is a true icon - and the word icon does get thrown around a lot. If you were to ask 10 people to draw you their idea of a watch looks like - chances are they would draw or describe something that looks like a Rolex Submariner. It’s the dive watch of reference good\/bad\/indifferent there is no escaping it. Over its 70 year run there have been numerous changes made to the model, but this 16800 represents a very interesting period in the Submariner story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Ref. 1680 was the first Submariner to feature a date, and had a long production run spanning close to 15 years - and was eventually replaced by the 16800 series of Submariner Date. During that 16800 era, the watch underwent a series of changes that saw the earliest models born with matte dials, and the last ones born with high-gloss dials with white gold surrounds. The present example hails from the second half of the 16800 production run where matte dials gave way to glossy dials with white gold lume surrounds. These watches hail from an important era when Rolex was starting to gain traction with professionals who worked in office settings and the brand transitioned upward in terms of pricing and social status as a luxury product. Like any vintage Rolex, over the life of these pieces many watches got destroyed, had their dials changed out, or just got lost in the cushions of a couch that ended up in a trash compactor (Check the cushions ASAP!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis watch is in excellent overall condition with an unpolished, but honest case. The gloss dial shows slight signs of wear from use and age, and lume accross the dial and handset is an even matching eggshell color - something we love to see! The bezel is in equally attractive shape, with a beautiful patinated and matching lume pip - which are often missing on these watches. Overall, an incredibly honest and robust example of Rolex’s best selling watch - and ready for daily wearing. With the 70th Anniversary of the Submariner in 2023, what better way to celebrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048575516989,"sku":"SQ0007955","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_SUB_4LINE_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240008"},{"product_id":"tudor-submariner-ref-7928-open-chapter-ring-unpolished","title":"Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928 - Open Chapter Ring Unpolished","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe Submariner, namely those produced by Rolex, has long been considered the cream of the crop when it comes to watch collecting as a whole. Possibly the most iconic watch ever produced, the Submariner has long standing utilitarian roots that span decades, and everyone who’s anyone has been spotted wearing one. However, if you look deeper into the Submariner line, you may find a less known but just as incredible model manufactured by Tudor. These pieces are not only more unique and rare than the traditional Submariner, but offer much greater value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis particular example is one of the most desirable. The case is in extremely well preserved unpolished condition with large and sharp chamfers, typical of the period. However, the real star here is the dial. The ‘smily face’ dial has an open chapter ring typical of the late 1960s, and all the lume plots have aged to an even ‘cream-custard’ color the way we love. That outstanding aging and coloring continues onto the handset which does not even show signs of oxidation, and the original Long 5 bezel insert and matching lume pip are near-perfectly preserved. Fitted to a kahki brown NATO-style strap, this watch gives off the military vibes of its later MilSub and MN issued descendants! Tudor Submariners like this highlight why so many collectors gravitate towards the brand - as a comparable 1967 Rolex Submariner would be 5x the price, and not really 5x the watch!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048575680829,"sku":"SQ0890420","price":10650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/TUDOR_SUB_STRAP_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240030"},{"product_id":"rolex-cosmograph-daytona-ref-16528-gold-zenith-daytona-unpolished","title":"Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref. 16528 - Gold Zenith Daytona Unpolished","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe Rolex Daytona model, since its initial release, has been at the forefront of the market as the most desirable chronograph in production. Prior to the introduction of the Zenith movement, all previous Rolex chronographs were manual wind. Not until 1988 did Rolex release the Ref. 165XX, which features an automatic \"self-winding\" movement for their headliner sports watch. Rolex decided to outsource for their movement in this reference using the Zenith 400 movement originally manufactured for the Zenith “El-Primero.” They used this movement as the basis and then fortified it, performing approximately 200 modifications to the base movement to meet the expectations prestigious of the Wilsdorf group. This created the workhorse Rolex 4030 movement that was put in production for an era of 12 years. In this reference, Rolex also incorporated the more resilient sapphire crystals, a contributing factor to the increased depth rating guaranteed at 100m or 330ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThis example, cased in 18k solid gold, is in absolutely exceptional condition and is extremely attractive. Its sharp and unpolished case is exceptional in every facet, from its thick lugs to its razor edge bezel - \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eright down to its intact case back sticker!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The black “Inverted 6” dial gives the entire piece a depth and contrast that other dial configurations lack and works extraordinarily well with the yellow gold case. As well as being absolutely stunning, the black dial examples happen to be the most desirable of all the variations. Not to mention its solid 18k yellow gold oyster bracelet is tight, matching the watches overall condition. These 16528s are getting harder and harder to find, especially in this kind of condition, so this is an opportunity that may not come up again anytime soon. This is a truly special piece and I couldn’t be happier to be offering it in the Watch Shop!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048575713597,"sku":"SQ2189421","price":39250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYTONA_RED_GLD_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240040"},{"product_id":"tudor-submariner-snowflake-hybrid","title":"Tudor Submariner Snowflake Hybrid","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis 1977 Royal Canadian Navy issued Tudor Submariner is very rare and a specific variant that is rarely seen. One could argue that these particular \"Mil Sub\" variants of the Tudor 9401\/0 non-date Submariner that were issued to the Royal Canadian Navy are one of the most interesting out of all the \"Mil Subs\" known to exist. These rare hybrid examples feature the iconic snowflake hands matched with a much more unique dial configuration. Fitted with an unpolished case and gorgeous ghost bezel, this piece is a true grail within the Submariner line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048575779133,"sku":"SQ9673728","price":18750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/TUDOR_SNOWFLAKE_NATO_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240051"},{"product_id":"rolex-gmt-master-ref-1675-radial-dial-mk3","title":"Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675 - Radial Dial Mk3","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eLet’s rewind the clock to the 1950s. Pan American World Airways, is in talks with Boeing to launch the worlds first passenger jetliner, massively shortening the time between American and European Nations. It does however, present an interesting dilemma. Pilots need to be able to tell time in two places at the same time with a very quick glance. Who does Juan Trippe turn to? Rolex. While worldtimers and GMTs were not a new invention - the way Rolex chose to answer it was incredibly novel AND simple. The addition of a ‘slow’ 24 hour hand that made one revolution per day and a simple change of the bezel to a military 24 hour time would allow the wearer to quickly read time in two places at once. Points awarded here for mechanical simplicity, and execution. The bezel would be in two different colors to represent AM\/PM times, and those colors would be the PanAm colors of Red \u0026amp; Blue (naturally). While the watch was developed rather quickly and the first generation 6542 released in the mid 50s, the Boeing Jetliner (the 707) took a little longer to develop. That being said, when PanAm flew the 707 on its maiden flight from New Yorks Idlewild Airport \u003cem\u003e(not yet JFK!)\u003c\/em\u003e to Paris \u003cem\u003e(with onboard catered food from Maxim’s of Paris!)\u003c\/em\u003e it was the Rolex GMT-Master on the flight crews wrist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWhich leads us to the present example GMT-Master, a second generation 1675. While the 6542 GMT was a great watch, it was not without its flaws. To many in the collector community the 1675 is the \u003cem\u003ede rigueur\u003c\/em\u003e of GMT-Masters. This present example being a rare Mark III ‘Radial Dial’ Variant which owes its name to the enlarged outer track markers that give a decidedly modern feel to this vintage watch. The bezel is in excellent condition with only slight fading to its signature blue\/red color palette \u003cem\u003e(thanks PanAm) \u003c\/em\u003eand the case is extremely thick with well preserved bevels leading us to believe this is a truly unpolished watch. The dial is even more perfect than it appears with a beautiful cream color patina matching all luminous material throughout. This is surely a GMT-Master not to be missed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048575844669,"sku":"SQ4341762","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_GMT_PEPSI_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240061"},{"product_id":"rolex-zenith-daytona-ref-16520-mint-unpolished-with-boxes-papers","title":"Rolex 'Zenith' Daytona Ref. 16520 - Mint Unpolished, with Boxes \u0026 Papers","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe Rolex Daytona has long been one of the most desirable chronographs in production, which is funny for a model that was initially off to a slow sales start! While early Daytona models were always undergoing changes to reference numbers and dial configurations - the one thing they had in common was their manually wound movements. Every Daytona variant was based on the iconic Valjoux 72 chronograph, until 1988. That was when Rolex borrowed another iconic calibre to upgrade the model from manually wound to automatic. That movement? The Zenith El Primero.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eRolex decided to outsource for their movement in this reference using the Zenith 400 movement originally manufactured for the Zenith “El-Primero.” They used this movement as the basis and then fortified it, performing approximately 200 modifications to the base movement to meet the expectations prestigious of the brand. This created the workhorse Rolex 4030 movement that was put in production for an era of 12 years. In this reference, Rolex also incorporated the more resilient sapphire crystals, a contributing factor to the increased depth rating guaranteed at 100m or 330ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Present Example\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis Daytona is one of the more desirable variants with a black dial, but the star of the show is it’s condition and kit. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePresented in mint, unpolished condition, this Daytona is truly unpolished with almost every stitch of paperwork from new and still retains it’s original caseback sticker!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e As one would expect from a watch like this, the dial is in flawless condition with no signs of wear at all. The watch is still fitted to its factory Oyster Bracelet that exhibits only slight signs of handling wear. Being an ‘A’ serial model as well, this is one of the last Zenith Daytona’s to be produced by Rolex before they transitioned to an in-house automatic chronograph movement. The Rolex Daytona is often a milestone watch for many collectors - and of course is given out as a trophy at many prestigious events - so what better way to celebrate than with an example of Rolex’s iconic racing chronograph than with this time capsule of an example from an important part of the model’s history!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048575877437,"sku":"SQ1255541","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/files\/ROLEX_DAYTONA_RED_BLKDIAL_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240064"},{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-midsize-ref-6828-factory-pave-diamond-dial-bezel","title":"Rolex Datejust 'Midsize' Ref. 6828 - Factory Pave Diamond Dial \u0026 Bezel","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhile the Datejust has been around since 1945 - there are many levels to collecting it. For starters, this is a solid-gold Datejust which makes it incredibly rare to begin with - as Rolex purposefully did not make a lot of these so it didn’t compete with its more expensive sibling, the solid-gold only Day-Date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eExcept this is beyond “\u003cem\u003ejust”\u003c\/em\u003e a solid gold Datejust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThis present example is even more special. Not long into its production run, Rolex began making the Datejust available with a wide variety and choice of bezels, finishes, and dials. By the 1980s - Rolex began making \u003cem\u003especial references!\u003c\/em\u003e That is exactly what we have here in the reference 6828 which features a number of special and unique characteristics. For starters, the Rolex font and logo is printed on the underside of the crystal. Beyond that unique detail, the handset is black lacqured to match the factory-set 'onyx' indices at the 6, 9, and 12 o'clock positions. By now, you have also likely noticed that the dial is entirely done in pavé diamonds and topped off with a matching diamond bezel. Those afraid of bling, need not apply!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAs one would expect, the \u003cem\u003e6828\u003c\/em\u003e is fitted to the iconic 18K yellow gold Presidential bracelet, making this Carousel a stunner with quick-set date to boot. As we have mentioned before the diamonds that Rolex chooses to use for its watches are of the highest quality and play off beautifully against the yellow gold and black onyx markers. The concealed clasp Presidential has minimal of stretch, and the case is well preserved and ready for its next owner. There are levels to the Datejust - and this might be pretty close to the endgame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048575910205,"sku":"OC2112","price":15350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DATEJUST_GLD_DIA_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240104"},{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-date-ref-1680","title":"Rolex Submariner Date Ref. 1680","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Rolex Submariner is a true icon - and the word icon does get thrown around a lot. If you were to ask 10 people to draw you their idea of a watch looks like - chances are they would draw or describe something that looks like a Rolex Submariner. It’s the dive watch of reference good\/bad\/indifferent there is no escaping it. Over its 70 year run there have been numerous changes made to the model, but the 1680 represents a true landmark in the Submariner history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe Ref. 1680 was the first Submariner to feature a date, and had a long production run spanning close to 15 years. Why would a dive watch need a date? Well, this was the first step in marketing a tool watch beyond the diving community and crowd - because you definitely do not need to know the date underwater! The 1680 started a shift to civilian friendly models, and even to this day, the Submariner Date outsells its no-date older brother. Purity aside - this just works! It’s clean, it has the iconic Rolex cyclops married to the date function. What’s more, is that this one still has its original dial, hands and bezel! Like any vintage Rolex, over the life of these pieces many watches got destroyed, had their dials changed out, or just got lost in the cushions of a couch that ended up in a trash compactor (Check the cushions ASAP!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis watch is in truly outstanding condition presenting a near-flawless dial with exceptionally rich cream colored patina throughout the dial indices and handset. Married to an expertly refinished case with sharp bevels, this watch presents incredibly well and has presence on the wrist. The bezel has also attractively aged to a blue\/teal color which is just a cherry on top of this excellent vintage Submariner. Despite being from 1975 - the dial features the same 4-lines of text we have come to expect from the Submariner, proclaiming its superlative chronometer status. This is a special one, and with the 70th Anniversary of the Submariner in 2023, what better way to celebrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048575942973,"sku":"SQ8467811","price":13450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_SUB_4LINE_BLUEBZL_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240114"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-1803-matte-black-dial","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 - Matte Black Dial","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhen the Day-Date was released in 1956, it was the only complicated Rolex for sale. Hard to believe, but people didn’t want Rolex’s previous attempts at complicated wristwatches. All of that changed when President Dwight D. Eisenhower was spotted wearing the Rolex, and the watch became known as ‘The President’. An internationally known symbol of success and prestige, the Rolex Day-Date was available for many years on a strap or matching bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHowever, this is no ordinary ‘President’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe Day-Date has only ever been made in precious metals, and white gold is not only one of the stealthier ways to do a solid-gold Rolex, but it’s also one of the rarest. While the case is identical to any 36mm Day-Date the white gold adds an understated stealth-wealth level to this piece. The watch has an ‘if you know, you know’ element to it, and this particular watch, is fitted with an incredibly stunning black matte dial.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFitted to an elegant handmade leather strap also works to tone down the watch, upping that stealth-wealth factor. Understandably, some people find a full gold Rolex on bracelet to be ‘too-much’ and this example is the antithesis that! The dial condition is flawless with fully intact lume plots and perfectly matching handset. The outer track of this example has the white\/silver printed rail-scale which adds an additional air of refinement. The case shows signs of polish, but retains the lines and finishing that we look for in early Day-Date models. These watches represent an incredible value over a brand new 36mm Day-Date - and you can say you have something in common with President Eisenhower. How’s that for bragging rights?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048576500029,"sku":"SQ2940265","price":10500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYDATE_BLK_STRAP_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240123"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-1803-white-gold-non-luminous-diamond-dial","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref 1803 White Gold Non-Luminous Diamond Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThere is something to be said about flagship watches - and in the world of Rolex there is no more prestigious watch than the Day-Date or President. Worn by heads of state, CEOs, celebrities, and anyone who’s ‘made-it’ the Day-Date has only ever been made in precious metals. White gold is not only one of the stealthier ways to do a solid-gold Rolex, but its also one of the rarest. While the case is identical to any 36mm Day-Date the white gold adds an understated stealth-wealth level to this piece. The watch has an ‘if you know, you know’ element to it, and upon closer look of the dial you will also notice the factory diamond indices. The stunning diamonds that Rolex chooses to use for its watches are of the highest quality and are matched here by an unlumed handset which is period correct for this piece. The unpolished case is nearly perfect and the signature Rolex President bracelet (in matching 18K white gold, of course) exhibits the most minimal signs of stretch. For those who want the best, there can only be one choice - The Rolex Day-Date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048576532797,"sku":"SQ0224874","price":16850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYDATE_DIA_WEB_1_2ee90eca-d1f6-45da-881e-9c805411ca97.jpg?v=1696240133"},{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-ref-6105-rose-gold-tropical-dial","title":"Rolex Datejust Ref. 6105 Rose Gold - 'Tropical' Dial","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eHard to believe - but the Datejust has been around since 1945. It is far older than its bigger and attention hogging Submariner brethren. That being said, you never really come across the early Rolex Datejust as Rolex simply was not making as many watches in the 40s and 50s and they do today. That makes it a special day when we are able to find not only an early Datejust from the 50s, but a solid gold one. The present example featuring an absolutely stunning tropical dial that has aged to this deep redish-brown color from years of use. You can only imagine the stories it has to tell! While all the hallmarks of classic Rolex are present (the fluted bezel, the big Rolex crown) - it’s done here on these early references in a far more refined way. The indices are ‘arrow-markers’, and the hands are beautifully elegant ‘alpha” style - even the fluting on the bezel just seems a little more subdued. Fully serviced by our expert watchmaker, this solid-gold Rolex Datejust is ready for its next 80 years of service on your wrist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048576598333,"sku":"OC1649","price":11950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/files\/ROLEX_DATEJUST_BRWN_STRAP_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240136"},{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-ref-16030-blue-buckley-dial","title":"Rolex Datejust Ref. 16030 - Blue Buckley Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eHard to believe - but the Datejust has been around since 1945. It is far older than its bigger and attention hogging Submariner brethren. The Datejust was Rolex’s idea of the perfect everyday watch. The robustness of the Oyster case, combined with the elegance of an Oyster Perpetual. While Early ‘4’ Digits had Pie-Pan Dials, ‘5’ Digit References like this one gained the convenience and quality of a high beat movement and quickset date! Like their earlier siblings, 5 Digit Datejusts were available in a myriad of colors and styles. The present example features an engine turned bezel with a stunning blue ‘Buckley’ Roman numeral dial and comes fitted to its period correct Rolex Jubilee bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eWatches like this showcase the variety that has been offered in the Datejust family, which is one of the many reasons why it has remained so popular with both noice and seasoned collector alike. This is incredible everyday wearing vintage watch for the person who wants something a little more special than a standard fare Datejust - and a quickset date!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048576631101,"sku":"SQ5016787","price":7250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/files\/ROLEX_DATEJUST_BUCKLEY_BLUE_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240154"},{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-ref-1603-blue-sunburst-dial-near-unworn","title":"Rolex Datejust Ref. 1603 - Blue Sunburst Dial - Near Unworn","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eHard to believe - but the Datejust has been around since 1945. It is far older than its bigger and attention-hogging Submariner brethren. The Datejust was Rolex’s idea of the perfect everyday watch. The robustness of the Oyster case, combined with the elegance of an Oyster Perpetual. The ‘4 digit’ series of Datejust are particularly attractive for their pie-pan dials which offer a layer of three-dimensionality to the dials that went away with the advent of quickset date and 5-digit Datejusts. These early Datejusts were available as the 1601 - with a fluted white gold bezel, or the 1603 - with an engine-turned steel bezel, like the present example. The 4-Digit series is also the first Datejust to become available in a myriad of colors and styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe present example is an Engine-Turned 1603 with a stunning blue sunburst dial. Its unpolished case and exceptional dial condition are easily discernible at first glance. The case is in truly untouched condition, still retaining its well preserved caseback sticker. The dial itself shows some signs of wear around the lume markers - which is something that these dials are incredibly prone too. Speaking of lume, this dial has incredibly stunning puffy pumpkin lume which is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eexactly\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e what we love to see in a Rolex watch. Fitted to on our of elegant hand-made leather straps, this is an incredible everyday wearing vintage watch for the person who wants something a little more special than a standard fare Datejust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048576696637,"sku":"SQ0728270","price":5650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DATEJUST_BLUE_STRAP_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240174"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-1803-near-new-condition","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 - Near New Condition","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eWhen the Day-Date was released in 1956, it was the only complicated Rolex for sale. Hard to believe, but people didn’t want Rolex’s previous attempts at complicated wristwatches. All of that changed when President Dwight D. Eisenhower was spotted wearing the Rolex, and the watch became known as ‘The President’. An internationally known symbol of success and prestige, the Rolex Day-Date was available for many years on a strap or matching solid gold bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThis present example is fitted with its original Rolex branded strap, and matching 18K yellow gold buckle - which is very hard to find. Furthermore, the watch features a stunning black dial whose yellow gold applied indices create a beautiful and elegant contrast - and picks up on the black Rolex strap. The case is just as show stopping, having retained its original factory case sticker, and having barely been worn, it survives in original unpolished condition. All Rolex brushing and polishing is still present from new! As one would expect of a watch worn so seldom, the lume all matches and is fully in-tact. All for less money than a brand-new Rolex Submariner Date - and you can say you have something in common with President Eisenhower. Hows that for bragging rights?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048576926013,"sku":"SQ6962947","price":15225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYDATE_BLKGLD_STRAP_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240093"},{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-ref-1601-black-confetti-dial","title":"Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 - Black 'Confetti' Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #111111;\"\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eHard to believe - but the Datejust has been around since 1945. It is far older than its bigger and attention-hogging Submariner brethren. The Datejust was Rolex’s idea of the perfect everyday watch. The robustness of the Oyster case, combined with the elegance of an Oyster Perpetual. The ‘4 digit’ series of Datejust are particularly attractive for their pie-pan dials which offer a layer of three-dimensionality to the dials that went away with the advent of quickset date and 5-digit Datejusts. These early Datejusts were available as the 1601 - with a fluted white gold bezel, or the 1603.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003ehe present example is a white gold bezel 1601 with\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e a matte black ‘Confetti’ Dial. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eOwing its name to the specs of ‘confetti; that the dial has taken on over time. These started out life as a solid dark dial that has aged over the years to this confetti pattern (kind of like how AP dials ‘brass’ through), and is one of the more desirable and rare configurations. Combined with crisp, white printing, there is no arguing how attractive these are! With perfect cream colored lume plots and and almost no signs of dial wear. Fitted to a folded link Rolex jubilee bracelet, this is an incredible everyday wearing vintage watch for the person who wants something a little more special than a standard fare Datejust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048576958781,"sku":"SQ2150227","price":5850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DATEJUST_CONFETTI_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240107"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-1802-black-gilt-dial","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1802 - Black Gilt Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eWhen the Day-Date was released in 1956, it was the only complicated Rolex for sale. Hard to believe, but people didn’t want Rolex’s previous attempts at complicated wristwatches. All of that changed when President Dwight D. Eisenhower was spotted wearing the Rolex, and the watch became known as ‘The President’. An internationally known symbol of success and prestige, the Rolex Day-Date was available for many years on a strap or matching solid gold bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHowever, this is no ordinary ‘President’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis Ref. 1802 \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(and more on what 1802 means)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is from the early years of the “18XX” series production run where gilt printed dials were still in use by Rolex. Gilt dials are when the lettering and fonts are punched out of the dial so that the brass ‘gilt’ color shows through creating a golden text appearance. These are not very easy to produce and were ultimately discontinued by Rolex in the later half of the 1960s as they couldn’t be produced in the same quantity as a matte dial - but nothing shines and glows like a Rolex gilt dial. Take a look, linger on it. The dial is almost glowing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eNext, this is an 1802 - not the very common 1803 model. What does that mean? No fluted bezel. 1802 was the internal reference for any Day-Date that was fitted with a smooth bezel, a rare option usually associated with the much more expensive and rare platinum versions of the model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThose two details aside - the present watch is in outstanding condition, featuring a well preserved case and benefitting from the addition of a concealed clasp Presidential bracelet. Between the dial, the reference, and that - it just proved that not all Rolex models were created equally!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048577188157,"sku":"SQ9826621","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYDATE_GLD_BLKDIAL_BIGLUME_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240118"},{"product_id":"rolex-explorer-ii-ref-1655-mk4-dial","title":"Rolex Explorer II Ref. 1655 - Mk4 Dial","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen is a Rolex GMT not a GMT-Master?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe Rolex Explorer’s core has always been in rugged expedition. While it was originally born out of the Everest celebratory Explorer I - the Explorer II was designed for cave diving. Officially known as \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003espelunking\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe initial run of 1655 Explorers were known as ‘McQueen’s for an alleged relationship with the actor and racer (\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003espoiler - there was no connection and he never wore one - but the nickname stuck\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e) and was made for a few short years with numerous changes from year to year. This present example is what we call a Mk4. The main difference between a Mk1 and Mk4 is the addition of a lollipop seconds hand, which we feel makes this a little more like ‘Rolex-like’ than the bare straight seconds hands of the Mk1.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe present example is in overall stunning condition and has developed truly stunning and rich patina across the hands and dial. The bright pops of orange making a big splash against the monochromatic dial, by way of the lume and the orange GMT hand! Of particular note the fixed GMT Bezel is in overall stunning condition. So when is a GMT not a GMT? When it’s an Explorer II. Happy spelunking!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048577220925,"sku":"SQ8117811","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/files\/ROLEX_EXPLORER2_ORANGE_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240121"},{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-ref-16238-circa-1990-new-old-stock","title":"Rolex Datejust Ref. 16238 - Circa 1990 - NEW, OLD, STOCK","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThere are levels to collecting.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e For starters, this is a solid-gold Datejust which makes it incredibly rare to begin with - Rolex did not make a lot of these so it didn’t compete with its more expensive sibling, the solid-gold only Day-Date. Not only is this one such example of a solid gold Datejust, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ebut this example is virtually untouched and unworn after over 30 years.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eRolex is a brand all about \u003cstrong\u003eevolution over revolution. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe 16238 is very much a direct descendent of the earliest all-gold Datejusts. The story here though, is all about the condition. This watch has only the slightest signs of handling wear from being held. It is unpolished, flawless, on a full linked tight solid gold Jubilee bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn opportunity to buy a brand-new-33-year-old-watch!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eFinding watches like this are few and far between, and while normally we would not be excited to find “just-another” champagne dial Datejust, this piece’s condition elevates it to the highest level of collecting. What’s next for it? Do you gift it to somebody as a once-in-a-lifetime gift? Or do you put in a safe like what happened for the first 33 years of its life? The choice is yours, but we will stop talking so you can go look at those pictures some more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048577286461,"sku":"SQ7036323","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DATEJUST_GLD_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240148"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-1803-matte-black-dial-1","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref. 1803 - Matte Black Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eWhen the Day-Date was released in 1956, it was the only complicated Rolex for sale. Hard to believe, but people didn’t want Rolex’s previous attempts at complicated wristwatches. All of that changed when President Dwight D. Eisenhower was spotted wearing the Rolex, and the watch became known as ‘The President’. An internationally known symbol of success and prestige, the Rolex Day-Date was available for many years on a strap or matching solid gold bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThis present example is fitted with that iconic yellow gold Presidential bracelet, and a rare matte black dial. Black \u0026amp; gold is a truly timeless combination! Furthermore, the dial condition is excellent featuring fully in-tact lume plots and perfectly matching handset. The outer track of this present example is in outstanding condition and has no signs of chipping or wear. All for about half the cost of a brand new 36mm Day-Date - and you can say you have something in common with President Eisenhower. How’s that for bragging rights?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048577319229,"sku":"SQ4147123","price":14500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYDATE_GLD_BLKDIAL_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240158"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-18048-black-diamond","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18048 - 'Black Diamond'","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eWhen the Day-Date was released in 1956, it was the only complicated Rolex for sale. Hard to believe, but people didn’t want Rolex’s previous attempts at complicated wristwatches. All of that changed when President Dwight D. Eisenhower was spotted wearing the Rolex, and the watch became known as ‘The President’. An internationally known symbol of success and prestige, the Rolex Day-Date was available for many years on a strap or matching solid gold bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHowever, this is no \u003cem\u003eordinary\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Day-Date’...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThis present example is even more special by the presence of a special reference: The 18048. The dial features diamond indices with larger baguette cut sapphires at 6 and 9 - just to add more complication to it. The dial itself is a deep, rich black gloss with perfect cream colored lume plots next to each brilliant diamond. The bezel has been replaced by one made in - you guessed it - diamonds, and all typeface and logos are done in yellow gold to match the case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eBeyond the dial, this \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e18048\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is fitted to the iconic yellow gold Presidential bracelet, making this piece a stunner with quick-set date to boot. The condition is truly exceptional throughout, and \u003c\/span\u003ethe diamonds that Rolex chooses to use for its watches are of the highest quality and play off beautifully against the oxidation of the yellow gold brilliantly.\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e The concealed clasp Presidential has almost zero signs of stretch, and the case is well preserved to and is truly one of the best we have ever seen on a Day-Date model from this era - which would also explain the exceptional condition of the dial, bezel, and handset.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eWe have been fortunate to have quite a few special Rolex models here at Oliver \u0026amp; Clarke, but this among our favorites for its sheer expression of mastery that Rolex has put on full display.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048577548605,"sku":"OC2224","price":21450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYDATE_ONYX_DIA_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240180"},{"product_id":"rolex-datejust-ref-6305-gold-red-datejust","title":"Rolex Datejust Ref. 6305 - 'Gold-Red' Datejust","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eHard to believe - but the Datejust has been around since 1945. It is far older than its bigger and attention hogging Submariner brethren. That being said, you never really come across the early Rolex Datejust as Rolex simply was not making as many watches in the 40s and 50s and they do today. That makes it a special day when we are able to find not only an early Datejust from the 1950s - nevermind a solid-gold example. Rolex did not make a lot of these so it didn’t compete with its more expensive sibling, the solid-gold only Day-Date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eRolex is a brand all about \u003cstrong\u003eevolution over revolution. \u003c\/strong\u003eDespite beings from 1953 - all the hallmarks of classic Rolex are present (the fluted bezel, the big Rolex crown) - it’s done here on these early references in a far more refined way. The 6 and 9 indices are ‘arrow-markers’, and the hands are beautifully elegant ‘dauphine” style - even the fluting on the bezel (we call this a ‘coin-edge’ bezel) just seems a little more subdued. All of that aside, the star of the show is this dial. Aging to a an elegant vignette effect over time, the bright pops of red printing for ‘Datejust’ and the red\/black roulette date wheel add an additional level of intrigue and refinement to the watch. The case is in excellent, well preserved condition showing that it has been well cared for over its life. Finishing this golden beauty off is its original gold jubilee bracelet which is in great condition for it’s age - but is showing signs of moderate stretch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048577614141,"sku":"SQ5035756","price":21450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/files\/ROLEX_DATEJUST_GLD_WEB_1_fb964d04-9c5c-48d4-bac6-135c49e76890.jpg?v=1696240198"},{"product_id":"rolex-daytona-ref-16528-inverted-six-mk-3","title":"Rolex Daytona Ref. 16528 - 'Inverted Six' Mk 3","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe Rolex Daytona has long been one of the most desirable chronographs in production, which is funny for a model that was initially off to a slow sales start! While early Daytona models were always undergoing changes to reference numbers and dial configurations - the one thing they had in common was their manually wound movements. Every Daytona variant was based on the iconic Valjoux 72 chronograph, until 1988. That was when Rolex borrowed another iconic calibre to upgrade the model from manually wound to automatic. That movement? The Zenith El Primero.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eRolex decided to outsource for their movement in this reference using the Zenith 400 movement originally manufactured for the Zenith “El-Primero.” They used this movement as the basis and then fortified it, performing approximately 200 modifications to the base movement to meet the expectations prestigious of the brand. This created the workhorse Rolex 4030 movement that was put in production for an era of 12 years. In this reference, Rolex also incorporated the more resilient sapphire crystals, a contributing factor to the increased depth rating guaranteed at 100m or 330ft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe present example is made all the more special by its solid 18K yellow gold case, and its very rare Inverted 6 Mk 3 Dial Variant! The dial is an incredibly crisp ‘panda’ configuration with the highly desirable inverted 6 text. The dial is in fantastic condition and has an equally well preserved case, which is still fitted to its factory Oyster bracelet. The Rolex Daytona is often a milestone watch for many collectors - and of course is given out as a trophy at many prestigious events - so what better way to celebrate than with a solid gold example of Rolex’s iconic racing chronograph!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048578990397,"sku":"SQ3579811","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYTONA_RED_GLD_WEB_1_a77d85e2-cf5e-45e2-941c-4e3245234ab1.jpg?v=1696240235"},{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-ref-16800-matte-with-papers","title":"Rolex Submariner Ref. 16800 Matte With Papers","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe Rolex submariner has to be the most iconic watch ever produced. Its influence spans from its role in the first film production of James Bond (starring Sean Connery with his “Big Crown” Submariner) to its input on practically every dive watch produced since its inception. The Ref. 16800 is special however as it is a transitional reference made for an extremely short production run and therefor have become some of the most collectible pieces on the market. This wonderful example is probably the best 16800 I have ever seen. It features a mint and extremely vibrant matte dial with gorgeous lume, hefty case with sharp and wide bevels and a gorgeous cobalt blue insert. It even comes with its original punched papers which really complete the set. This is a truly special piece and I coudln’t be happier to offer it in the Watch Shop!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048579023165,"sku":"SQ9409014","price":16950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/files\/ROLEX_SUB_4LINE_WEB_1_0d1fc9d8-4b0e-4695-be17-be7dd7a900f9.jpg?v=1696240238"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-18238-carousel-dial","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref.18238 - Carousel Dial","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eWhen the Day-Date was released in 1956, it was the only complicated Rolex for sale. Hard to believe, but people didn’t want Rolex’s previous attempts at complicated wristwatches. All of that changed when President Dwight D. Eisenhower was spotted wearing the Rolex, and the watch became known as ‘The President’. An internationally known symbol of success and prestige, the Rolex Day-Date was available for many years on a strap or matching solid gold bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHowever, this is no ordinary ‘President’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThis present example is even more special by the presence of one of the rarest dials ever fitted to a standard production Day-Date: ‘The Carousel’ Dial. There are a few variations, but the general theme revolves around a high-end execution of a tuxedo or sector dial, where the outer track and inner tracks of the dial are executed in distinct color-ways. In the case of this example, the outer track is done in stunning precious white enamel, while the inner track is pave diamond set. Oh, and did we mention the rail track is also done in pave?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eBeyond the dial, this \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e18238\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is fitted to the iconic yellow gold Presidential bracelet, making this Carousel a stunner with quick-set date to boot. The condition is truly exceptional throughout, and \u003c\/span\u003ethe diamonds that Rolex chooses to use for its watches are of the highest quality and play off beautifully against the yellow gold and white enamel brilliantly.\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003e The concealed clasp Presidential has almost zeriosigns of stretch, and the case is well preserved to the point of even retaining its Asia market case back sticker! This is certainly not the carousel you knew as kid!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048579219773,"sku":"SQ6643006","price":36750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/ROLEX_DAYDATE_GLD_DIAMNDS_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240273"},{"product_id":"rolex-day-date-ref-18038-burlwood-dial-with-papers","title":"Rolex Day-Date Ref. 18038 - Burlwood Dial with Papers","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eWhen the Day-Date was released in 1956, it was the only complicated Rolex for sale. Hard to believe, but people didn’t want Rolex’s previous attempts at complicated wristwatches. All of that changed when President Dwight D. Eisenhower was spotted wearing the Rolex, and the watch became known as ‘The President’. An internationally known symbol of success and prestige, the Rolex Day-Date was available for many years on a strap or matching solid gold bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eLike its less prestigious sibling the Datejust, The Day-Date was available with a wide variety and choice of bezels, finishes, and dials. The present example is fitted with an exceptionally well-preserved Burlwood dial - made from thin slices of Burl Veneer. When looking at the watch in direct light, you will notice that it has incredible depth of color that allows for the graining to really shine through in both natural, and direct light. It also adds a decidedly 1980s flair to the otherwise ‘mundane’ 18K yellow gold Day-Date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eBeyond the Burlwood dial, this 18038 is fitted to that iconic yellow gold Presidential bracelet, making this ‘single-quick’ a pleasure to use in daily life. The condition is truly exceptional throughout, with the outer track of this present example featuring beautifully printed gold markings, and no signs of wear or chipping. The concealed clasp Presidential has minimal signs of stretch, and the watch even retains its original papers from Rolex. The presence of the papers, plus the incredible unpolished condition of this watch, likely means it was worn only sparingly and treated with the utmost care from its previous owner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048579318077,"sku":"SQ0434150","price":22850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/files\/ROLEX_DAYDATE_GLD_WOOD_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240275"},{"product_id":"tudor-submariner-ref-7928-pointed-crown-guards-exclamation-point","title":"Tudor Submariner Ref. 7928 - Pointed Crown Guards, Exclamation Point","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStraight Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555;\"\u003eThe Submariner, namely those produced by Rolex, has long been considered the cream of the crop when it comes to watch collecting as a whole. Possibly the most iconic watch ever produced, the Submariner has long standing utilitarian roots that span decades, and everyone who’s anyone has been spotted wearing one. However, if you look deeper into the Submariner line, you may find a less known but just as incredible model manufactured by Tudor. These pieces are not only more unique and rare than the traditional Submariner, but offer much greater value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis particular example is one of the most desirable. The case is in extremely well preserved \u003cem\u003eif lightly polished\u003c\/em\u003e condition with large and sharp chamfers, typical of the period. However, the real star here is the dial. The gilt ‘smily face’ dial has aged to an elegant and lightly tropical brown color throughout with vibrant lume plots that have become puffy and cream-colored the way we love. The dial is also home to some early hallmarks of Rolex gilt dials, like the gilted chapter ring and exclamation point at the 6 position. The excellent condition continues on to the beautifully faded and grey Long 5 bezel - downright stunning. Fitted to a kahki brown NATO strap, this watch gives off the military vibes of its later MilSub and Issues descendants! Tudor Submariners like this highlight why so many collectors gravitate towards the brand - as a comparable 1962 Rolex Submariner would be 5x the price, and not really 5x the watch!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Some marks or spots on the dial are reflections or dust on the crystal and are due to high intensity strobe lighting used while photographing. They are not actually on the watch or visible in natural lighting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048579449149,"sku":"SQ0770312","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/TUDOR_SUB_STRAP_WEB_1_3087cfc4-33fa-44c9-96ae-aa444afd9cad.jpg?v=1696240190"},{"product_id":"jaeger-lecoultre-polaris-ref-e859-original-family-owned","title":"Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Ref. E859 - Original Family Owned","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe Jaeger LeCoultre Polaris is the most complicated way to solve a problem \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e- and that is why we love it!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhat is that problem? How do I know when I am going to run out of oxygen underwater! Decades before the Polaris, Jaeger LeCoultre has been producing its highly novel and unique alarm watch known as ‘The Memovox’. That model utilized and automatic winding in—house movement with a mechanical alarm function. At some point, this complication and design was thought to be married to a highly technical and robust diving watch that would be for the most serious of professionals. That watch, was the Polaris and its brother the Deep Sea Alarm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBoth of those watches are icons today, but The Polaris is the most interesting of the two as it married the Alarm Memovox, with the Technical SuperCompressor case and internal rotating dive bezel to create a truly innovating and unique watch sporting three crowns. The top crown controlled your inner bezel, the middle time, and the bottom the alarm. All housed under a massive plexi dome crystal. The idea being that you could use the alarm to physically (as the watch does vibrate) and visibly (as it would emit bubbles underwater) alert you when you would be running out of air on a dive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThink about the technical prowess to build a waterproof dive watch with multiple inner rotating discs, operated by THREE crowns, and has a resonator case back… FULL OF HOLES! It's large size (by the standards of the time) lends for a perfect modern wearing experience and has become an icon of the JLC historical canon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe example that we have here comes to us from the family of the original owner and even has a letter from them to go with it! The owner was a welder and recreational diver who used this on his dive trips off the coast of Bermuda! Remarkably, it has survived in fantastic, well-preserved condition with a strong unpolished case, an exceptional dial and inner rotating bezel, all three 'hashed' crowns, and even its U.S. market J.B. Champion 'brick'-link bracelet with a blade clasp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAn outstanding package!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #808080;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oliver \u0026 Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048579645757,"sku":"OC2226","price":23850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/6138\/3741\/products\/LECOULTRE_CHRONO_WEB_1.jpg?v=1696240202"},{"product_id":"audemars-piguet-royal-oak-ref-5402-jumbo-c-series","title":"Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Ref. 5402 - 'Jumbo C Series'","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIt’s not unfair to say that Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is one of the most iconic watches ever made. Designed in 1972 by Gerald Genta, the first Royal Oak completely changed the way that we look at a steel sports watch. For the first time, stainless steel was treated as a precious metal, receiving complex finishing techniques of brushing, polishing, and beveling, all by hand. The idea that its eight hexagonal bezel screws would be finely finished and left exposed for the wearer to see was a revolutionary thought. It’s no reason that the model became the calling card for the family owned Audemars Piguet — not to mention one of the most sought after watches in the world. This is of course, the Reference 5402.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThese were available in stainless steel, two-tone steel \u0026amp; yellow gold, and solid yellow gold and all examples measure 39mm in diameter. While that may not seem ‘Jumbo’ by the standards of today, that was considerably larger than most watches in the 1970s — especially when you factor in the integrated bracelet which contributes to an even larger feel when on the wrist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe example that we have here is perhaps the most widely sought after stainless steel variant. It is of the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e ‘C’ series of production, dating to circa the 1980s. The case and bracelet remain in fantastic overall condition, with visible factory finishing and normal, honest signs of wear. The dial is virtually flawless, with evenly patinated Tritium-filled indices, a matching handset, and an applied 'logo at 6.'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThis is it! The first! 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