In the 1930's through the 50's, in the midst of their high output of utilitarian Oyster sports watches, Rolex also made much more elegant dress watches. These fine wristwatches often combine a superior hand-wound mechanism with beautiful aesthetics.

The elegant and sophisticated Rolex Precision showcased in today's offering is a very fine original example of this phenomenon, likely made shortly after the end of World War II. It features pleasing styling and a well-executed handwound movement.

We really love the aesthetic of this watch with its rose gold case top with distinctive claw lugs, thin bezel, and classic dial. Its large dial and small bezel make it wear even larger than its dimensions.

Its original rose gold "feuille" hands, rose gold Arabic numerals, and counterweighted blued steel sweep seconds hand all beautifully complement and contrast its bi-color rose gold and steel construction.

It has a less common sweep seconds function and technical dial with 1/5 second markings that served the needs of men in technical, sporting, and racing fields. We really like the combination on the watch - its pleasingly blends a distinctive dress style with high performance.

Powering the watch is its original Rolex caliber 700 movement with "Super Balance" system and an early shock resistance system.

It has all of its original parts with the only possible exception of the crown, which is period correct but likely a replacement.

Its case, which pleasingly has never been more than lightly polished, presents as excellent condition with light wear and light aging to the steel near the engine bay. It retains very nice lines and strongly retains its coronet logo on the back.

Its dial is original and untouched, in excellent condition with fairly light aging.

One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn or aging components with genuine Rolex parts including the sweep second pinion and sweep second pinion spring, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $1295 value).

We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.

For the finishing touch, we have equipped it with a brand new crocodile strap and aftermarket Rolex style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.

Don't miss the opportunity to own the perfect midsized complement to your sporty Datejust, Sub, GMT, or Daytona.

Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

Manufacturer: Rolex
Country of origin: Switzerland
Case no.: 571,268
Model: Ref. 4569
Year made: c. 1947
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Gold (presumed to be 14K but a different purity) and stainless steel
Case condition: Its case, which pleasingly has never been more than lightly polished, presents as excellent condition with light wear and light aging to the steel near the engine bay. It retains very nice lines and strongly retains its coronet logo on the back.
Dimensions: 28mm diameter (without crown) by 37mm long lug tip to tip and wear larger than its dimensions
Dial: Light silver, signed Rolex Precision and Swiss, rose gold Arabic indices, inner 1/5 second/minute track, original and untouched - excellent conditon with light aging
Hands: Original, rose gold "feuilles"
Movement type:  Rolex, caliber 700, handwound, rhodium-plated, straight line lever escapement, "Super Balance" system, shock resistant, self-compensating Breguet balance spring
Movement markings: Rolex Precision, Swiss Made, 17 Rubis, Patented Superbalance
Jewels: 17 rubies
Band: Crocodile, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with an aftermarket buckle done in a Rolex style. We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 17mm
Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn or aging components with genuine Rolex parts including the sweep second pinion and sweep second pinion spring, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $1295 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide

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