Signed Rolex, Precision, Ref. 4157, Case No. 635’631, Circa 1948

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Rolex. A Fine, Rare and Large Stainless Steel Wristwatch
Signed Rolex, Precision, Ref. 4157, Case No. 635’631, Circa 1948
Mechanical movement, 17 jewels, white matte dial, applied baton and square numerals, Dauphine hands, outer minute divisions, sunken subsidiary seconds, large circular case, snap on back, stainless steel Rolex buckle, case, dial and movement signed
38mm diam.

Special notice

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Lot Essay

The present watch is an extremely unusual and large Rolex time-only "Precision" watch in the "Calatrava" style. It is rare to find one in this size with original dial in excellent condition, original crown and defined, possibly unpolished case. While interest is perpetually strong in Rolex sports watches, collectors have in recent years begun to take strong interest in Rolex Precision time-only watches.

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