Rolex. A fine stainless steel self-winding water-resistant wristwatch with sweep center seconds and bracelet

SIGNED ROLEX, OYSTER PERPETUAL, MILGAUSS, REF. 1019, CIRCA 1960

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Rolex. A fine stainless steel self-winding water-resistant wristwatch with sweep center seconds and bracelet
Signed Rolex, Oyster Perpetual, Milgauss, Ref. 1019, circa 1960
With nickel-finished lever movement, 26 jewels, metal dust cap, the silvered brushed dial with luminous accents to the applied baton numerals, luminous accents to the silvered hands, sweep center seconds, the tonneau-shaped water-resistant-type case with screw back and screw down crown, together with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and clasp, accompanied by original Rolex Guarantee dated 4-VII-60, booklet, small green folder, Rolex factory service record dated 9/28/2001, contemporary Rolex service division box and polishing cloth, 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.

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