1969 Rolex Oyster Date Rare Patina & Silver Font (Ref. 6694)
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What a crazy dial. If silver font Rolex dials weren't rare enough, this one is paired with the silver date disc and has some of the coolest patina we've seen. The texture of this dial is pretty unique. While not the traditional brown tropical dials we find with vintage Rolex, this one is still special. The dial has no cracks or chips, just the patina that makes it feel like a stone dial. Tropical and patina dials could get really expensive when it comes to vintage Rolex so to find a gem like this is wonderful. A dial like this would be perfectly paired on an olive green strap or nato, a super rugged feel is the way to go.
The term "Precision" on Rolex dials refers to watches that are not certified by the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres (COSC). These Precision labeled watches were introduced by Rolex to offer a lower priced product while protecting their main product lines. The first style was simple dress watches, often in gold or steel, first introduced in the 1940s. The second style debuted in the classic Rolex Oyster case in 1953, featuring the Oysterdate and Oyster Precision models.
The Oyster Precision was focused solely on time, while the Oysterdate featured a date function. The original Oysterdates were released with the dial reading "precision" instead of "Superlative Chronometer, Officially Certified." The Waterproof Oyster Case was considered thin for the time, opening the Rolex brand to a wider range of people.
Some of the most underrated Rolex watches bearing the name are the simple, snap-back dress watches dating from the 40s through to the 70s. Most of these watches were released in gold, with variations in case and dial design.
Reference: 6694
Model: Oyster Date
Movement: Manual
Year: 1969
Contents: Watch Only
Case: The case is 34mm and has wear throughout but nothing too major for a 55-year-old watch.
Dial: The dial is a fairly rare example with silver font and a silver date window. The dial has also gained a very unique patina. The dial now has a beautiful texture to it with a gloss finish. In certain light, the black paint looks like stone.
Strap & Buckle: The riveted oyster bracelet is in all original condition with normal wear throughout which is seen in the photos.
1969 Rolex Oyster Date Rare Patina & Silver Font (Ref. 6694)
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What a crazy dial. If silver font Rolex dials weren't rare enough, this one is paired with the silver date disc and has some of the coolest patina we've seen. The texture of this dial is pretty unique. While not the traditional brown tropical dials we find with vintage Rolex, this one is still special. The dial has no cracks or chips, just the patina that makes it feel like a stone dial. Tropical and patina dials could get really expensive when it comes to vintage Rolex so to find a gem like this is wonderful. A dial like this would be perfectly paired on an olive green strap or nato, a super rugged feel is the way to go.
The term "Precision" on Rolex dials refers to watches that are not certified by the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres (COSC). These Precision labeled watches were introduced by Rolex to offer a lower priced product while protecting their main product lines. The first style was simple dress watches, often in gold or steel, first introduced in the 1940s. The second style debuted in the classic Rolex Oyster case in 1953, featuring the Oysterdate and Oyster Precision models.
The Oyster Precision was focused solely on time, while the Oysterdate featured a date function. The original Oysterdates were released with the dial reading "precision" instead of "Superlative Chronometer, Officially Certified." The Waterproof Oyster Case was considered thin for the time, opening the Rolex brand to a wider range of people.
Some of the most underrated Rolex watches bearing the name are the simple, snap-back dress watches dating from the 40s through to the 70s. Most of these watches were released in gold, with variations in case and dial design.
Reference: 6694
Model: Oyster Date
Movement: Manual
Year: 1969
Contents: Watch Only
Case: The case is 34mm and has wear throughout but nothing too major for a 55-year-old watch.
Dial: The dial is a fairly rare example with silver font and a silver date window. The dial has also gained a very unique patina. The dial now has a beautiful texture to it with a gloss finish. In certain light, the black paint looks like stone.
Strap & Buckle: The riveted oyster bracelet is in all original condition with normal wear throughout which is seen in the photos.