Rolex. A stainless steel self-winding waterproof wristwatch with sweep center seconds and bracelet

SIGNED ROLEX, OYSTER PERPETUAL, MILGAUSS, REF. 1019, CIRCA 1968

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Rolex. A stainless steel self-winding waterproof wristwatch with sweep center seconds and bracelet
Signed Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Milgauss, Ref. 1019, circa 1968
With nickel-finished lever movement, 26 jewels, metal dust cap, the silvered brushed dial with applied luminous baton numerals, silvered luminous dauphine hands, sweep center seconds, the tonneau-shaped water-resistant-type case with screw back and screw down crown, together with both the original and contemporary stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelets and clasps, case, dial and movement signed
37 mm. diam.

Lot Essay

The Milgauss model was designed for use in areas of high electro-magnetic fields, including laboratories and power stations. One of the most distinctive of all Rolex 'Sports' models, the 1019 was the last 'tool' watch - a watch designed for a specific activity. Despite being in production for over 20 years (1963-1985) it was never produced in significant numbers as demand was limited, thus making it very rare.
Further information on the Rolex Milgauss is discussed in Rolex Wristwatches by James M. Dowling & Jeffrey P. Hess, p. 193.

For an example of the Rolex Milgauss reference 6541, see lot 281 in this sale.

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