ROLEX - a stainless steel automatic gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Date Explorer II bracelet watch circa 1972, the black dial with luminous hour markers, date aperture to three o'clock, fixed twenty-four hour bezel, tonneau shaped case, reference number 1655, serial number 3149497, fitted to an Oyster link bracelet with folding clasp, signed calibre 1570. Case width 40mm. With papers.

Rolex bracelet watch, movement is currently functioning, movement is showing signs of wear and would benefit from a service, dial shows light marks and scratches, luminous paint work to dial is discoloured and uneven in texture, hands show discolouration, luminous paint work to hands is discoloured and uneven, paint work has disintegrated in places on the hands, glass is scratched and showing residue from previous use, case has medium scratches from use, case back is scratched from use, bezel is scratched from use and there is noticeable scratches and chips to the paint work on the bezel, bracelet links are scratched and scuffed from use, clasp is scratched but very loosely functioning, clasp would require attention to get back into working order before future use of the watch. Watch would benefit from a clean. Bracelet measures approximately 18cm including the case. Updated 15.01.13 Please note that this lot comes with original bill of sale, parts previously removed and chronometer certificate dated 1974. Due to the opening of the case back we recommend that this lot be resealed by an authorised technician before use near water. Fellows do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any watches sold. Importation of Watches into the US Bidders should be aware that the import of Rolex watches to the US is restricted. Watches (not limited to Rolex) may not be shipped to the USA and import must be undertaken personally. Generally only one watch may be imported in this manner at any one time. It is the responsibility of the prospective buyer to identify and comply with any restrictions. Please contact our department specialist for further information.