Rolex Oyster Royal Ref. 6426 - 'Satin' Silver Dial

Rolex Oyster Royal Ref. 6426 - 'Satin' Silver Dial

Name: Rolex Oyster Royal Ref. 6426 - 'Satin' Silver Dial
Brand: Oliver & Clarke
SKU: OC2800
Price: 3950.0 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

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If you boil Rolex down to its purest form, what do you get?

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual. This is truly the genesis for the entire Rolex brand. The very first Rolex models were called ‘Oysters’ which was owed to their innovative three part case that all screwed into each-other. That is where the fluted bezel actually derives from, being screwed down into the top of the case to secure the crystal with a gasket - as well as the grooves on the oyster case back. All makes sense now - right?

The piece that we have here, called an Oyster Royal, is a descendant of those early watches, utilizing a water-resistant Oyster case, a manually-wound movement, and nothing else. No frills — purely a functional timekeeping device.

The Reference 6426 that we have here, dates to circa 1957 and is nothing short of a stunning timepiece. The stainless steel Oyster case comes in at 34mm in diameter and comes to us in strong overall condition, with thick and symmetrical proportions and showing only light signs of wear with no damage of note. The dial within is the real treat with this piece. Silver in color, the satin surface is beautifully preserved and features both applied indices and luminous plots — all of which remain fully-intact and evenly patinated. The correct 'alpha' handset matches beautifully and the correct blued-steel seconds hand offers a subtle pop of color.

Despite being ‘entry-level’ these offer a ton of character and remain an overlooked part of the important history of Rolex on their journey to the powerhouse brand that they are today. This is nothing short of a delightful vintage piece that can be worn every single day, on any occasion, and on virtually any wrist.

And don't let the case size fool you, these 34mm Rolex models are chronically slept on and present great value next to its more well-known siblings, while truly embodying the essence of Rolex.

Stainless Steel 1957 Automatic 34mm

Condition Report & Details

Condition:

Case: Lightly previously polished, with thick and symmetrical lugs at all 4 corner. Shows light signs of wear throughout with no significant blemishes or damage.

Bezel: Seemingly unpolished and shows light signs of wear throughout.

Dial: Exceptional, beautifully preserved, with a seemingly flawless satin surface. The luminous plots remain fully-intact and exhibit a deep and even patina throughout. Applied 'arrowhead' indices. Correct 'alpha' handset with blued-steel seconds matches the dial perfectly to the naked eye and under UV inspection.

Movement:

Manual-winding caliber by Rolex.

Bracelet/Strap:

Pictured JPM X Oliver & Clarke branded Cervo brown leather strap with steel buckle.

Shipping, Returns, & Warranty

Every Oliver & Clarke timepiece comes with a one-year mechanical warranty starting from the date of delivery. We ensure all watches are in wonderful working condition and are ready for daily wear. Many have been fully serviced by our team of watchmakers.

Please note:

Due to the vintage or antique nature of many of our watches, they may not keep time as accurately as when new, nor as precisely as quartz or electronic devices.
We do not guarantee water resistance and do not warranty against moisture or water damage. Deliberate exposure to water or steam is not recommended.
Warranty does not cover internal or external damage caused by accidents, mishandling, abuse, modifications, or services performed by anyone other than our authorized personnel.
Our warranty is non-transferable.

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At Oliver & Clarke, we meticulously vet each watch to ensure its authenticity and quality. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and our mission is to help you find the perfect timepiece. If you have any questions, we are here to assist you promptly.

Our Guarantee:

Each timepiece is thoroughly evaluated, authenticated, and approved by our expert team before it is offered for sale.
We guarantee the period-correctness of all components unless otherwise stated.
The authenticity of each watch is guaranteed in perpetuity.

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