Rolex Ref 116710 Oyster GMT Master II with Ceremic Bezel

Err...finally today after all the hype by Rolex watch enthusiasts recently after Basel 2007...Orchi managed to get a hold of the 50th Anniversary Edition All Brand NEW Oyster GMT Master II with Ceramic Bezel.

Apart from the existing Rolex GMT Master Ref 6542...Ref 1675...n Ref 1675 2T 18K...this GMT Master II is the ONLY new Rolex watch ever featured in here.

Since the watch is absolutely Brand New n stunning...despite the temptation is HIGH to put the stunning watch on Orchi's wrist...Orchi doesn't think Orchi should wear it for quite some time to come.

Orchi would just keep it as it is...Brand New.

Latest M series SS case model ref 116710 LN
Movement Cal.3186, Automatic
Triple Lock Crown
Green 24hr hand
Ceramic 24hr Bezel
c/w ALL Original papers, decor, box n accessories
Unworn Brand NEW

Rolex Ref 1625 Oyster DateJust "Thunderbird"

Err...here's the Rolex Ref 1625 so called "Thunderbird" which Orchi wishes to get soon in the New Year 2008.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual DateJust "Thunderbird" - SCOC
Ref 1625, Movement Cal. 1570
Circa 1973~, RARE
18K White Gold "Turn-O-Graph" Bezel on SS Oyster case
All Original untouched
Case may have been buffed
c/w SS Jubilee bracelet
Awaiting authentication.
This RARE watch was introduced n advertised featuring
the world renown US AirForce "Thunderbirds"

History of Ref 1625 DateJust "Thunderbird" with "Turn-O-Graph" Bezel

"Also, in the mid-1950s, Rolex introduced the Thunderbird model of the Datejust. The only real difference between the Datejust of that era and the Thunderbird was in the bezel. The Thunderbird model contained the Rolex Turn-O-Graph bezel, but the name Thunderbird stuck when the Air Force started to award pilots of the Thunderbirds with this particular watch."

Online Article By Mike Moon on Rolex DateJust Ref 1625 "Thunderbird" featuring the "Turn-O-Graph" bezel.

Rolex Ref 6542 GMT Master 1st Generation No Crown Guard

Err...here's the watch that Orchi has been dying to get an Original replacement of its bezel assembly...

Please help Orchi out to locate a suitable replacement of its bezel assembly...TQ.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT Master with NO-Crown Guard

History of Rolex Ref 6542 GMT Master

The SCOC Rolex GMT Master Ref 6542 is also known as "Pussy Galore" of James Bond's "Goldfinger" when it was learnt that Bond Girl Honor Blackman wore the Ref 6542 GMT Master watch in the movie when she piloted the "Goldfinger"'s Jet.

The 1st of its kind designed n commissioned for PAN AM Airline pilots in the early 50s.

Ref 6542, Cal. Movement 1030(Butterfly rotor) Automatic
Circa 1950~, VERY RARE
Original Rolex Movement Signed 1030
"Adjusted 5 positions & temperature 25 Jewels"
& SS Case are in beautiful conditions
Signed "6542" between lugs, Crown marked "+"
Original Dial/Crown/Acrylic Crystal(visible scratches)
Near perfect aging on dial, Faded luminous hour markers
Bubble Back case signed "IV.56" 4th Quarter 1956 production
Very minor corrosion Untouched Case, Visible scratches
Alternate RED & Black Date(Roulette)
Hour n Minute Hands touch up previously,
Aftermarket GMT Red hand with tiny triangle point n Second hand
Aftermarket Non-Ori. Bezel assembly w/Plastic insert
(to be changed asap when an original bezel assembly is found
Without bracelet, Keeps accurate time
In FINE conditions.

Rolex Ref 5500 Oyster "Air-King" - Super Precision

Err...this Rolex is Orchi's most recent acquisition. The Very RARE watch has been authenticated...

Rolex Ref 5500 was produced from 1957 to 1990 n marketed as "Air King", "Explorer Precision" n "Metropolitan"

Rolex Oyster Perpetual "Air-King" - Super Precision
Ref 5500, Movement Cal. 1530 Automatic
Circa 1958~ with "II.1958" stamped inside of case cover,
meaning 2nd Quarter production.
S. Steel Case, Smooth Bezel n Crown
All Original dials(aged in near perfection)
Original 'Alpha' hands/Original Acrylic Crystal
Matte Silver with applied steel faceted indexes
Minor visible scratches, minor case/cover thread corrosion
c/w original RolexSA buckle
Fitted on aftermarket lizard leather strap
Keeps time accurately, Case width 34mm
In Fine conditions. Very RARE

Rolex Ref 1550 Oyster Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date - SCOC
Ref 1550, Movement Cal. 1570 Automatic
Circa 1965~ RARE
14K Gold Filled Case over S.Steel Case back
14K Bezel n Crown, Non Quick Set Date
Acrylic Crystal,
All Original(Head only)
Minor visible scratches
Keeps time accurately
Authenticated In FINE conditions.

Rolex Ref 1005 Oyster Perpetual

Rolex Oyster Perpetual -
Ref 1005, Movement Cal. 1570 Automatic
Circa 1980~, 18K Gold Fluted Besel n Crown
All Originals Untouched
c/w Papers n Rolex original tag
Keeps time accurately
Authenticated In FINE conditions.

Rolex Ref 1601 Oyster Perpetual DateJust

Rolex Oyster Perpetual DateJust - SCOC
Ref 1601, Movement Cal. 1570 Automatic
Circa 1971~ (50th Anniversary Oyster)
14K White Gold Bezel n Crown
S.Steel Case, Thin SS Jubilee Bracelet
Acrylic Crystal, Non Quick Set Date
All Originals Untouched, Minor Scratches
Keeps time accurately
Authenticated In Fine conditions.

Rolex Ref 1680 Oyster Perpetual Submariner

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner - SCOC
Ref 1680, Movement Cal. 1570 Automatic
Circa 1970~, S. Steel Case Bezel n Crown(Triple lock)
Acrylic Crystal, 660ft 200m depth rating
All Originals Untouched
Keep time accurately
Authenticated In Fine conditions.

Rolex Oyster GMT Master Ref 1675

Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT Master - SCOC
Ref 1675, Movement Cal. 1570 Automatic
Circa 1970~, S. Steel Case Bezel n Crown
New Bezel installed by Rolex centre
Acrylic Crystal, Broad Triagle hand
Rest Original Untouched, Minor visible scratches
Keeps time accurately, Hard to get
Authenticated In FINE conditions.

Rolex Oyster GMT Master Ref 1675

Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT Master - SCOC
Ref 1675, Movement Cal. 1570 Automatic
Circa 1970~, S.Steel Case,
18K Gold Bezel/Crown/Hour Markers
Acrylic Crystal, Broad Triangle Hand
2 Tone 18K Gold/SS Jubilee Bracelet
All Originals Untouched, Hard to get
Minor visible scratches
Keeps time accurately
In FINE conditions

Rolex Ref 1500 Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date - SCOC
Ref 1500, Movement Cal. 1570 Automatic
Circa 1970~, S. Steel Case, Acrylic Crystal
All Originals Dial/Hands/Bezel/Crown Untouched
Minute visible scratches, As New
Non Quick Set Date
Keeps time accurately, w/o Bracelet
In FINE conditions.

UPDATE: THIS WATCH WAS SOLD

Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual DateJust Ref 179173

Err...this lady watch has a sister with identical features except for 18K Rolex Rose Gold 2 Tone, Gold Stardust Dial.

Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual DateJust -
Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified
Ref 179173, Circa 2006~
Movement Cal. 2235 Automatic
Mother-of-Pearl Dial, 10 Diamonds Studded markers
S. Steel Case, 18K Gold Fluted Bezel n Crown
2 Tone 18K Gold/SS Jubilee Bracelet w/Hidden Clasp
Sapphire Crystal, Watch as brand new
All Originals untouched
Keeps time accurately
c/w Box/papers, watch looks like new
Authenticated In FINE conditions.

Coming Soon...

Err...hopefully soon Orchi shall get the opportunity to feature...the following Rolex watches on this blog.

1. Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT Master Ref 6542(non-crown guard)
2. Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT Master SS/18K Gold/2tone Ref 1675
3. Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Ref 1500
4. Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Explorer II Ref 1655(RED Hand "Steve McQueen")
5. Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner Ref 1680
6. Rolex OysterDate Precision Ref 6694
7. Rolex Oyster Perpetual DateJust MidSize Ref 68273
8. Etc.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual DateJust Ref 16233

Rolex Oyster Perpetual DateJust -
Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified
Ref 16233, Movement Cal. 3135 Automatic
Circa 1990~
Quick Set Date, Sapphire Crystal
S. Steel Case, 18K Gold Fluted Bezel n Crown
All original n untouched(with no visible scratches)
2 Tone 18K Gold/SS Jubilee bracelet, Watch looks as new
Keeps time accurately, c/w box/papers
Authentically In FINE conditions.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual DateJust Ref 16013 & 68273

Err...this Rolex has a sister Mid Size with the same dial design...in the collection. Both watches have been authenticated.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual DateJust -
Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified
Ref 16013, Movement Cal. 3035 Automatic
Circa 1980~, Quick Set Date
S. Steel case, 18K Gold Fluted Bezel n Crown
Original dials/hands/markers, Case untouched(minor scratches)
Original Acrylic Crystal(minor visible scratches)
Keeps time accurately, w/o Bracelet/Box/Papers
In Fine conditions.

Err...the last 2 photos are it's smaller pretty n much younger sister...

Rolex Oyster Perpetual DateJust - Mid Size
Ref 68273
Movement Cal. 2135 Automatic
Circa 1997~, 18K Fluted Bezel n Crown
Sapphire crystal, w/2 Tone 18K Jubilee Bracelet.
All Originals Untouched
Keeps time accurately
In Fine conditions.