{"product_id":"1950-rolex-precision-vintage-mens-dress-watch-9k-gold","title":"1950 Rolex Precision Vintage Mens Dress Watch - 9K Gold","description":"In the 1930s through the 1950s, while Rolex was building its reputation on Oyster waterproof watches and other rugged sporting models, the company was simultaneously producing elegant dress watches for discerning clients who valued refinement over utility. These watches represented a different side of Rolex. Slim, understated, and beautifully proportioned, they paired high-quality hand-wound movements with timeless styling that remains appealing today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe uncommon Rolex showcased in today's offering is a particularly attractive example of this phenomenon. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHoused in a 9K gold Dennison case made for the English market, it reflects an interesting chapter in Rolex history. Because import duties made Swiss-made gold cases prohibitively expensive in Britain, Rolex partnered with famed English case manufacturer Dennison to produce locally cased watches for sale throughout the United Kingdom. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat especially draws us to this watch is its gorgeous Art Deco-influenced dial. It is the kind of dial that can make an otherwise restrained vintage dress watch unforgettable. The stylized Arabic numerals, elongated baton markers, peripheral minute track, and beautifully detailed subsidiary seconds register give it tremendous period character. There is an unmistakable echo here of the great Rolex dials of the 1920s and 1930s, when typography and dial design could be wonderfully expressive and even a relatively simple time-only watch could become an exercise in graphic design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAt 30mm in diameter, it wears true to its era while offering a refined presence that many collectors actively seek today. By today's standard a smaller unisex size, it's well-suited for someone who does not have large wrists. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPowering the watch is its original well-executed Rolex \"hunter\" handwound movement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWith the one exception of its period winding crown, it has all of its original parts. It presents in beautiful condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts case presents as mint with only light signs of previous polishing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts stunning dial has been expertly and near flawlessly previously restored - the restoration could pass as Rolex factory done to the naked eye.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOne 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, polishing the pivots, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt continues to run trong and true, keeping very accurate time. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor the finishing touch, we have equipped it with a brand new crocodile leather strap and aftermarket Rolex style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is one of those vintage Rolexes where you find yourself coming back to the dial again and again. It has the romance and visual personality of an earlier period of Rolex design that is very difficult to replicate in a modern watch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYour 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, used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Rolex \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Switzerland\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase no.:\u003c\/b\u003e 319,396\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase ref.:\u003c\/b\u003e 12325\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYear made:\u003c\/b\u003e It has Birmingham hallmarks that date it to 1950.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours, Minutes, Subsidiary Seconds\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/b\u003e Men\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase material:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid 9K gold\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Presents as mint with only light signs of previous polishing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 30mm diameter (without crown) by 37mm long lug tip to tip\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Silver, signed Rolex and Swiss Made, luminous alternating Arabic and baton indices that glow brightly, outer minute track, Art Deco styled guilloche sunken subsidiary seconds dial. Expertly and near flawlessly previously restored - the restoration could pass as Rolex factory done to the naked eye.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, blue steel \"feuilles\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e  Rolex \"hunter\" caliber, handwound, rhodium-plated, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 15 rubies\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e Crocodile, remborde, brand new and unworn. We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth between lugs:\u003c\/b\u003e 16mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, excellent condition\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e 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, polishing the pivots, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $795 value).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It continues to run strong and true, keeping very accurate time.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 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 special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBox\/Papers:\u003c\/b\u003e BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReturns:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47327481888857,"sku":"10546","price":3895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1178314142_o.jpg?v=1790265256","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1950-rolex-precision-vintage-mens-dress-watch-9k-gold","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}