Details

CIRCA: 1956
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel
CASE DIAMETER: 38mm
BRACELET MATERIAL: Stainless steel Rivet
BRACELET SIZE: 6.3 inches / 160mm
DIAL: Black
MOVEMENT: Automatic
CALIBER: 1030
BOX: No
PAPERS: No




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Lot Essay

Few Submariner models fascinate Rolex aficionados as much as the "Big Crown" – a.k.a. “James Bond” -Submariner. A staple of serious Rolex collections, Big Crown Submariners are as charismatic and attractive as they are rare. The present example of a reference 6538 is a from 1956.

The original owner purchased the watch in 1957, after enjoying a lengthy career in the field of aviation. He began his career as a World War II Air Force officer, and later flew commercial aviation flights. Inherited by his nephew, he wore the Rolex throughout his career in the aviation industry, during his travels to over 34 countries. The watch was given faithful and timely service during its 56 years, and will certainly be enjoyed on it's next set of adventures.


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