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 uncommon dress Rolex Precision showcased in today's offering is a prime example of this phenomenon. It features very fine and dramatic styling and a well-executed handwound movement.

It has a pleasing size - its diameter measures slightly over 35mm. We really love the aesthetic of this watch - and it blends a dress style with high performance.

Its dial has an understated vintage design.

It has just finished a true expertly done restoration. It has all of its original parts and presents in gorgeous condition.

Its case presents in beautiful condition. Two of the case lugs appear to have been discretely previously reinforced, as is common with watches with thin lugs, and the back has the tiniest hint of one short hairline. The engine bay has slight aging which can only be seen when it is opened as is common with these. Otherwise, it presents as gorgeous mint.

Its dial has been meticulously refinished - the printing could pass as Rolex factory done to the naked eye.

As part of the restoration its movement has just been overhauled by a Master Watchmaker.

We have timed the watch on multiple systems and on a machine that spins the watch around simulating it being worn on the wrist - amazingly, after about seven decades the watch is keeping time with 2-3 seconds per day even when spun in all directions.

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. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

For the finishing touch it has been equipped with a brand new leather strap and aftermarket Rolex style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment. If you would like a most distressed vintage style strap to pair with it please inquire.

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

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

• Manufacturer: Rolex
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no.: 056146
• Year made: c. 1954
• Model: Ref. 4218
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Stainless steel
• Case markings (inside): Geneva Switzerland, Montres Rolex S.A., 4218, Acier Inoxydable
• Case markings (outside): 056146
• Case condition: Beautiful condition. Two of the case lugs appear to have been discretely previously reinforced, as is common with watches with thin lugs, and the back has the tiniest hint of one short hairline. The engine bay has slight aging which can only be seen when it is opened as is common with these. Otherwise, it presents as gorgeous mint.
• Dimensions: 35.2mm diameter (without crown) by 41.3mm long lug tip to tip
• Dial: Silver, signed Rolex Precision and Swiss, steel triangular and Arabic indexes, guilloche subsidiary seconds dial, expertly restored
• Hands: Original, steel "feuilles"
• Movement type: Rolex, caliber 700, handwound, rhodium-plated, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating Breguet balance spring
• Band: Leather, 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. If you would like a most distressed vintage style strap to pair with it please inquire.
• Width between lugs: 18mm
• Crystal: Acrylic, excellent condition
• Serviced: As part of the restoration its movement has just been overhauled by a Master Watchmaker.
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also timed the watch on a machine that spins the watch around simulating it being worn on the wrist - amazingly, after about seven decades the watch is keeping time with 2-3 seconds per day even when spun in all directions. 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. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• 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