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ROLEX Oyster Precision Ref 4499 (1946)
ROLEX Oyster Precision Ref 4499 (1946)
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Manufacturer - Rolex
Year - 1946
Reference / Calibre - 4499
Movement - 17 Rubis Manual Winding
Case No. - 421178
Material - Stainless Steel - 34 mm not including crown
Case, movement, crown and dial signed
The original dial shows wear but is nonetheless attractive and legible, with recessed "rooftop" markers, 12 o'clock and crown - applied letters and outer track marker
By and large this reference is often found with either replacement (incorrect) hands or poorly relumed examples - the present watch comes with its original and correct hands which are in good condition for their age, furthermore with the original Blue Steel centre second hand
The case has been fitted with fixed lugs, therefore this piece comes on a brand new open ended buffalo leather strap, and the case shows wear from the historic intervention. It is however reasonable for its age and still commands a balanced presence on the wrist - this is one of the earliest examples of the reference with 4499 having been released in 1946
The watch has been inspected by our trusted watchmaker and is currently in running order, however service history is unknown
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