Lot Essay
A similar watch is illustrated in Rolex by James Dowling and Jeffrey Hess page 70. Known as the "Lifesaver", the American equivalent of a "Polo" mint.
SIGNED ROLEX AND OYSTER WATCH CO., MODEL NO. 2849, CASE NO. 87416, 1930S
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A rare stainless steel water resistant wristwatch
Signed Rolex and Oyster Watch Co., model no. 2849, case no. 87416, 1930s
The nickel plated movement jewelled to the third with monometallic superbalance, the matt white dial with Arabic numerals, recessed seconds and blued steel hands, in circular case with flat stepped bezel, protected screw down Oyster Patent winder and screwed back, the case with hidden lugs, case, dial and movement signed
32 mm. diam.
Signed Rolex and Oyster Watch Co., model no. 2849, case no. 87416, 1930s
The nickel plated movement jewelled to the third with monometallic superbalance, the matt white dial with Arabic numerals, recessed seconds and blued steel hands, in circular case with flat stepped bezel, protected screw down Oyster Patent winder and screwed back, the case with hidden lugs, case, dial and movement signed
32 mm. diam.