Project: Which box belongs to which model....?

[abr68]

Hi friends,

Just a few months ago I realised that I have some watches and not the appropriate boxes.
From reading many posts here I saw that there might be the interest to get an overview which box reference belongs to which model.
Said this it is not that easy and time consuming whilst knowing that many AD´s just give and gave out watches with boxes they have in stock.
I thought about it and started from another point :bye:
Just builded 3 cluster (watch reference / date of purchase and box reference) and put it into a sheet.
Attached you find the output and there might be the interest to complete that further :thinking:

Watch Reference Date Of Purchase Box Ref
1603 xx/1979 10.00.01
1655 Jul-79 06.00.06
1680 May-70 67.00.3 Rolex Argentina
6263 Aug-82 06.00.06
6694 xx/1971 06.00.06
6694 Mar-87 10.00.01
4112 Oct-83 49.00.08
14060M Jul-03 68.00.01
14060M Sep-05 30.00.71
14060M Dec-05 30.00.04
14060M Nov-06 30.00.01
14270 Jun-99 68.00.71
15210 Sep-01 68.00.55
16014 Jan-80 10.00.1
16014 Jul-86 68.00.02
16030 Jun-82 11.00.71
16030 Oct-84 10.00.01
16200 Nov-05 30.00.01
16220 Oct-96 11.00.01
16220 Jun-99 68.00.71
16220 Aug-06 30.00.01
16234 Apr-05 68.00.08
16520 1993 68.00.01
16523 Jun-93 69.00.09
16570 Jun-01 68.00.55
16570 Jan-04 64.00.01
168000 Jul-88 67.00.03
16600 1992 68.00.01
16600 Aug-96 68.00.01
16600 Jul-99 68.00.71
16600 Nov-99 68.00.55 (Rolex U.S.A)
16600 Sep-04 64.00.02
16600 Mar-05 31.00.04
16600 Feb-06 31.00.64
16610 Dec-89 67.00.08
16610 Sep-04 64.00.01
16610 Oct-90 11.00.01
16610 Dec-05 30.00.71
16610LV Apr-04 64.00.02
16610LV Nov-06 30.00.71
16610LV May-07 30.00.01
16613 Oct-91 68.00.55
16613 1992 11.00.01
16613 May-03 64.00.01
16700 Apr-98 68.00.71
16700 Jul-98 68.00.08
16710 Oct-01 68.00.01
16710 Jul-03 68.00.01
16710 Oct-03 64.00.01
16710 Jan-04 64.00.02
16710 Dec-05 30.00.02
16710 Jun-06 30.00.71
16710 Dec-06 30.00.01
18038 Aug-82 71.00.04
18238 ??? 81.00.71
17000 Jul-83 68.00.2
114270 xx/2001 68.00.01
114270 Mar-02 68.00.71
114270 Sep-05 30.00.08
114270 Mar-06 30.00.71
114270 Sep-06 30.00.01
116261 Sep-05 69.00.09
116520 Mar-02 64.00.01
116520 Jul-02 68.00.71
116520 Aug-02 64.00.02
116520 Nov-04 31.00.64
116520 Jul-06 30.00.04
116520 Dec-06 30.00.71
116710 Oct-07 31.00.64
118208 2001 81.00.09
68273 xx/xxxx 68.00.08
69174 Jul-04 14.00.71
77080 May-06 30.00.71

[scone]

My 168000 when originally bought came with a 68.00.55 box which is incorrect according to the info above. Is this a commonplace occurance with AD's in the past?

[scone]

168000 ??1988 68.00.55

[Spark]

Axel,
That is a great idea:thumbsup::thumbsup:
I can't help with any box references unfortunately though as I'm not convinced any of my watches have the original boxes.
Good luck with it and I'll be sure to use the reference in future.
:cheers::cheers:

[Kasper]

Hi, I'm a new user in this forum. I have been doing a lot of research here and it seems like a really nice place. I inherited a 1655 from '72 from my grandfather, unfortunately without box or papers. Now I'm looking for a box that would match it. However, it seems that that the connection between box and watch is rather blurry. So far I have info that 68.00.2, 68.00.3 (and as listed above 06.00.06) would fit a 1655 from the 70's, as well as 11.00.2 (which I think might be for the 80's(?)). Could anyone verify this information or tell me what the connection is and which box I should look for to be sure about originality?
Thanks a lot.
Kasper

[JoshInAtlanta]

1675 - January, 1971 - 67.00.3

[abr68]

Great guys,

2 added :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

Give me more fellow members and we could create a database helping all others.... :cheers:

All the best
Axel

[mcjp6]

If this helps 16030 purchased in Sydney June 1984 box number = 68.00.3

[Yume-sama]

:thinking: Are we talking about the green box?

Because it seems you get whatever box your AD feels like giving you. The watches and boxes are shipped to an AD separately, without a particular watch in mind.

For example, each of my 2 SS Daytona's were presented in different size boxes, as all Rolex does is ship each watch in a BIG shipment with a couple of dozen watches like this...

http://66.90.101.237/rolexboxes.jpg

[jlovda]

1675, May, 1976, 06.00.06

[Scottrolex]

Anyone know what reference number a 1986 (9Million SN) Submariner 5513 box would be ?

Thanks

[bartonjet]

I appreciate your hard work in posting this info.

[RCRichard]

Hello - very interesting project - thanks
14060M March 2005 30.00.08
Richard

[Rolex1675]

Here it is a table in which I gathered some articles appears on the other website. Naturally each contribution will be welcome!!!!

[ro-lex]

Great start, and well put together for easy reference, something thats been needed for years and will be very much appreciated by all Rolex collectors

[Rolex1675]

Thanks a lot

[Some Pair]

Thank you.
Now the right question as to Box # can be asked of seller's, "who tho sometimes thru no fault of their own", are getting in most cases good money for a box they're selling that is not appropriate for the buyer's ROLEX timepiece. :thinking: :banghead: :dummy:

[Rolex1675]

Of course, I expect to me contribution even for watch about more 20 years ago......

[greck]

Great idea. It would be nice to see a list for Tudor models as well.

[Rock]

Many thanks for such a useful reference source. Taking my own watch as an example (4112 Cellini) the box number on the list is 49.00.08 whilst my actual box number is 49.00.71. Does that mean that I have the wrong box or merely that the last two digits in the Box number vary over time? My watch is a 1995 build.
What does "Date" refer to - is it the date the particular model commenced? (the "Date" listed for mine is "ott - 83"
Thanks, Rocky.

[Rolex1675]

Hello,
I don't think that box is remained the same after 12 years. Unfortunately I have no other Cellini Box References.

[Danely]

Where do you find the number on the box ?

[DadsDaytona]

Any idea about 1969 6262 Daytona box?

[Rock]

Danely, the number on my box is on the trailing edge of the bottom of the box. It also says " Montres Rolex S.A. - Geneve Suisse " with the Rolex crown at either end of that line of print and the serial number of the box below that line.

[JJ Irani]

Here it is a table in which I gathered some articles appears on the other website. Naturally each contribution will be welcome!!!!

:eek: WOW!! That may not be very useful information (as long as we know the watch is genuine), but it certainly is very interesting. :clap:

I always wondered if those numbers at the bottom of the box made any sense!! Now I know!! :agree:

Many thanks - JJ :thumbsup:

[Rolex1675]

Any idea about 1969 6262 Daytona box?

This table appears a lot incomplete. I conseil to you to see here
http://www.rolexephemera.com/daytona-Boxes.htm

Perhaps you will not find the right box, but you can go near it.

[red]

16710 1999 68.00.55

[Cocobaci]

I am after a 05 president box. Anyone have info? Where to get the item?

[Cocobaci]

Edit: I believe the '05 models got the XL current model with the ripple on top otherwise prior to this they had the "president 81.00.09".

http://www.qualitytyme.net/pages/accessories/rolex_accessories.html#14019

[Czechman]

19019, 1979, 55.00.01

Thank you for compiling this information

[Denver Dick]

My 16013 was purchased from AD in Glendale, California, USA in February 1987. I can't find a number on the box, but I think it's a RUSA box. Here is photo.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v491/denverdick/IMG_0087.jpg

[Czechman]

The number should be on the bottom.

[Denver Dick]

The number should be on the bottom.Trust me, Woody, there is no number. I looked on the bottom, sides, top and inside. No number. I know it's the box that came with the 16013 at the time of original purchase because I'm the original purchaser. Sorry.

[level]

14000 1999 68.00.71

[Tools]

Many thanks for such a useful reference source. Taking my own watch as an example (4112 Cellini) the box number on the list is 49.00.08 whilst my actual box number is 49.00.71. Does that mean that I have the wrong box or merely that the last two digits in the Box number vary over time? My watch is a 1995 build.
What does "Date" refer to - is it the date the particular model commenced? (the "Date" listed for mine is "ott - 83"
Thanks, Rocky.

No, it doesn't mean that at all.........

Looking at the different boxes that the various watches have been identified with on the various lists............ there is very little evidence to indicate that any specific box goes with any specific watch model... only generalities..

[Brit78]

14000 1999 68.00.71

Anyone know what box would go with a 2001 Airking 14000? Please let me know if you happen to know. Thanks!

[Naples09]

16233 TT DJ - December 1995 - 12.00.71.

[flyinbrian]

116710 / November 2009 / 30.00.02

[campanones]

Can someone confirm that my 16030 R serial # ( '87) is a 10.00.01 box?

[Newportkrieger]

1601 circa 1969
1500 circa 1977

Any help would be appreciated.

Thank,

Steve

[bayerische]

16760 (Fat lady) box 68.00.2. Correct box?

[timj]

have a 1988 s.s. datejust, no number on that box. 2006 air king, box number 68.00.71
Tim

[stevestrh]

Hello all i have a 1680 red sub watch with a seahorse tritop box early 70s
box no 11.00.2

[trolldich]

1675 - January, 1971 - 67.00.3

1675, December 1980, 11.00.2

[Cocobaci]

What is the 32.00.02 for? I was told solid gold daytona, gmt, president, sub etc.

Can anyone confirm this?

[hsfrank]

Here it is a table in which I gathered some articles appears on the other website. Naturally each contribution will be welcome!!!!

Thanks for the work. My wifes TTDJ M serial came in the "correct" box. However both my V serial SS GMTIIc and my D serial TTDJ came in 31 00 04 box. All were purchased from an AD.

[gbany]

16753 - '75: 06.00.06

6827/3- '81: 68.00.06

16760 - '84: 67.00.08


gb

[blama215]

Hi,

I am new to this fourm and have a question regarding this topic. I purchased a used DateJust from Ben Bridge over the weekend. Since it is used I did not receive a box or any papers. I would really like to get a box the same age as this watch, here is some of the info off my watch. Model #16234, serial # starts with a KXXXXXX, and bracelet DE10. Any help would be apprieciated.

[Lol-x]

Well blama, I think E-bay is your friend.
1. Go to ebay and do a search for your watch or any DateJust with a K serial.
2. Once you have found some examples of your watch box (I think it is the one with the pillow) then do a search for Rolex boxes for sale.
3. 1 and 2 should get you to where you want to be. :cheers:

[blama215]

Thanks Lol-x, I am searching Ebay right now.

[gbany]

6916SG - '77: 11.00.2


gb

[RolexPete]

16610, June 2004, 64.00.02

[beerformeplz]

Bought a new sub date from AD this month.
Box number 30.00.71
Ad told me they have plenty of boxes and theres no way to match the box with a watch.
They even gave me an extra box. A 68.00.71 because liked the way it looks (soft leather on top).

[Potblwater]

I'm new and this is my first post. Purchased my first Rolex watch January 9, 2010. I have not received any documentation or papers with it yet. They told me I would receive it in the mail. The number on the side of the box is 18684704. It's a Datejust. On the face it says "Oyster Perpetual Date". What can someone tell me about this watch? Thanks.

[Potblwater]

I'm new and this is my first post. Purchased my first Rolex watch January 9, 2010. I have not received any documentation or papers with it yet. They told me I would receive it in the mail. The number on the side of the box is 18684704. It's a Datejust. On the face it says "Oyster Perpetual Date". What can someone tell me about this watch? Thanks.

What I mean is, does the number on the side of the box mean anything? Thanks.

[rhi]

Here are my Box Numbers

Sea Dweller 913xxxx 68.00.06
Lady Datejust F51xxxx 60.00.02
Sea Dweller V 31.00.04
GMT V 39137.08
Yatchmaster v 39139.04
Deepsea V 32.00.71
Deepsea V 39141.71
Sub LV V 39137.08
Sub date V 30.00.71
Sub non date V 39137.02
Exp 1 v 39137.08
Exp 11 V 39137.02
Milguass V 39137.08
H:cheers:HOPE THIS HELPS THERE SEEMS TO BE NO RHYME OR REASON AS TO WHICH BOX GOES WITH WHICH WATCH

[moet_chandon80]

How about box with reference number 60.01.2 ? :thinking:

Which watch belongs to the box?

[JEC]

Regarding what box goes with what (current models).

There are three box references. Inside the ADs they are known as Samoa (small), Moorea (medium), Lagoon (large). Rolex ships the watches packed separately with the warranty cards and paperwork attached to them (see the plastic boxes posted above).

The way it works:
Small - all stainless steel models, including Yachtmaster Rolesium (I think) but excluding the Sea Dweller Deepsea
Medium - Rolesor (two tone)
Large - Full gold, platinum, and Sea Dweller

Simple as that. If you got the paper sleeve with your box there is a sticker on the side indicating what it's for.

[mpkRolex]

both my D serial 16610 and 116520 have 30.00.71 boxes.

[dirkstar]

my first post and would just like say what a great site.I have recently aquired a rolex oyster day date model number 18038 not sure on the year so if anyone can help i would be greatful.the box has the numbers 56 001 and i have paperwork dated 1986{from the rolex bexley} but i do not have a certificate as such,can a certificate be given from rolex? Many thanks Paul Yorkshire England

[TerryF]

GMT Master - 1675 - 2491xxx (purchased Dec 1971)
box number 67.00.3

[jcherskine]

What box should I have for my 1987 16013 TTDJ?
Is it 68.00.02?
I do not have any at the moment, but may purchase one.

[chrislkb]

Its very hard to source the Seahoruse outer box with inner box ref no 06.00.06 for my 6694 =(

[MoonDogJerry]

DJ 116203 Zxxxxxx 2006 - 31.00.64

[Safetrends]

18038 08/1982 71.00.04

17000 07/1983 68.00.2

114270 xx/2001 68.00.01
114270 03/2002 68.00.71
114270 09/2005 30.00.08
114270 03/2006 30.00.71
114270 09/2006 30.00.01

116261 09/2005 69.00.09

116520 03/2002 64.00.01
116520 07/2002 68.00.71
116520 08/2002 64.00.02
116520 09/2004 31.00.64
116520 07/2006 30.00.04
116520 12/2006 30.00.71

69174 07/2004 14.00.71

77080 05/2006 30.00.71
16570 10/1999 64.00.01
16600 06/2005 31.00.04
16750 = 67.00.08
16610 02.1990 = 68.00.08

6265/8 1986 = 59.00.04

16750 1984 = 67.00.08

5513/0 1988 = 10.00.01

1675 1975 = 11.00.2

1680 ....1973 = 10.00.1

5513 ....1971 = 67.00.3
5513 -1988 10.00.01
5513 -1971 67.00.3

16570 10-1999 64.00.01
16750 -1984 67.00.08
1675 -1975 11.00.2

16600 06-2005 31.00.04
16610 02-1990 68.00.08
1680 -1973 10.00.1

6265/8 -1986 59.00.04
16520 SEL A: 68.00.55
15210 09/2001 68.00.55

16570 06/2001 68.00.55
16570 11/2001 68.00.55
1680 scatola 67.00.3
6263/5 scatola 68.00.8 oppure 68.00.2
168000 01/88 68.00.08
16520 03/91 68.00.08
16520 02/91 68.00.06
1603 xx/1979 10.00.01
1655 07/1979 06.00.06

6263 08/1982 06.00.05

6694 xx/1971 06.00.06
6694 06.00.06
6694 03/1987 10.00.01

4112 10/1983 49.00.08

14060M 07/2003 68.00.01
14060M 09/2005 30.00.71
14060M 11/2006 30.00.01

14270 06/1999 68.00.71

15210 09/2001 68.00.55

16014 07/1986 68.00.02

16030 06/1982 11.00.71
16030 10/1984 10.00.01

16200 11/2005 30.00.01

16220 10/1996 11.00.01
16220 08/2006 30.00.01

16234 04/2005 68.00.08

16523 06/1993 69.00.09
16523 05/2000 69.00.09
16570 06/2001 68.00.55
16570 11/2001 68.00.55
16570 01/2004 64.00.01

168000 07/1988 67.00.03

16600 08/1996 68.00.01
16600 07/1999 68.00.71
16600 09/2004 64.00.02
16600 03/2005 31.00.04
16600 02/2006 31.00.64
16600 11/2006 31.00.04
16600 01/2007 31.00.04

16610 12/1989 67.00.08
11610 10/2004 64.00.01
16610 12/2005 30.00.71
16610 08/2006 30.00.71

16610 LV 06/2006 30.00.01
16610 LV 11/2006 30.00.71

16700 04/1998 68.00.71
16700 07/1998 68.00.08

16710 10/2001 68.00.01
16710 07/2003 68.00.01
16710 10/2003 64.00.01
16710 12/2005 30.00.02
16710 06/2006 30.00.71
16710 10/2006 30.00.71

From:
http://vintagewatchmarket.blogfree.net/?t=135817

[Safetrends]

1603 xx/1979 10.00.01
1655 07/1979 06.00.06

6263 08/1982 06.00.05

6694 xx/1971 06.00.06
6694 ??/? ? ? ? 06.00.06
6694 03/1987 10.00.01

4112 10/1983 49.00.08

14060M 07/2003 68.00.01
14060M 09/2005 30.00.71
14060M 11/2006 30.00.01

14270 06/1999 68.00.71

15210 09/2001 68.00.55

16014 07/1986 68.00.02

16030 06/1982 11.00.71
16030 10/1984 10.00.01

16200 11/2005 30.00.01

16220 10/1996 11.00.01
16220 08/2006 30.00.01

16234 04/2005 68.00.08

16523 06/1993 69.00.09
16523 05/2000 69.00.09
16570 06/2001 68.00.55
16570 11/2001 68.00.55
16570 01/2004 64.00.01

168000 07/1988 67.00.03

16600 08/1996 68.00.01
16600 07/1999 68.00.71
16600 09/2004 64.00.02
16600 03/2005 31.00.04
16600 02/2006 31.00.64
16600 11/2006 31.00.04
16600 01/2007 31.00.04

16610 12/1989 67.00.08
11610 10/2004 64.00.01
16610 12/2005 30.00.71
16610 08/2006 30.00.71

16610 LV 06/2006 30.00.01
16610 LV 11/2006 30.00.71

16700 04/1998 68.00.71
16700 07/1998 68.00.08

16710 10/2001 68.00.01
16710 07/2003 68.00.01
16710 10/2003 64.00.01
16710 12/2005 30.00.02
16710 06/2006 30.00.71
16710 10/2006 30.00.71

18038 08/1982 71.00.04

17000 07/1983 68.00.2

114270 xx/2001 68.00.01
114270 03/2002 68.00.71
114270 09/2005 30.00.08
114270 03/2006 30.00.71
114270 09/2006 30.00.01

116261 09/2005 69.00.09

116520 03/2002 64.00.01
116520 07/2002 68.00.71
116520 08/2002 64.00.02
116520 09/2004 31.00.64
116520 07/2006 30.00.04
116520 12/2006 30.00.71

69174 07/2004 14.00.71

77080 05/2006 30.00.71

From:
http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.orologio24.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Immagine-4.png&imgrefurl=http://www.orologio24.com/wordpress/seriali-scatole-rolex&usg=__lLA4_y9GsNrAutHUMdK03xoi3-Y=&h=389&w=687&sz=433&hl=en&start=11&sig2=-UyLE39OXNmFlULghdVhNQ&itbs=1&tbnid=dbY27aZkRaKhnM:&tbnh=79&tbnw=139&prev=/images%3Fq%3D10.00.01%2Brolex%26hl%3Den%26sa%3DG%2 6gbv%3D2%26tbs%3Disch:1&ei=nzYQTIjPLIykNfe94a4C

[uracowman]

116713ln 30.00.01

[ABChop]

GMT 16700, purchased Dec. 18/99.
Box 68.00.55

[Ether]

Hello everyone. I'm new here and am seeking some information on a watch I recently acquired. This watch is very small, gold and square shaped with a round window in the center. It has Tudor and a rose above it inside and on the back it says 10.012. The knob on the side has a crown on it and the number 20 (I think) next to it. Any info would be appreciated.

[JohnKrist]

16014, 1985 model purchased 1986 from a Swedish AD, Box 68.00.3

[Bdel]

2000 A series Air King

68.00.71

[Rolex1675]

To update the table please continue to tell your reference.
I have a question. Ref 16750 in 1984 was sold with 67.00.08 BOX. And for 1987/88 have you some example of this one?

[nuworld]

I have Submariner Model 16808 Serial No 8083XXX. My ex wife kept the house and everything in the closet including the box for it. I'm trying to replace it but I can't determine which box to look for. Can you help me?

[Rolex1675]

I have Submariner Model 16808 Serial No 8083XXX. My ex wife kept the house and everything in the closet including the box for it. I'm trying to replace it but I can't determine which box to look for. Can you help me?

Probably, according my list, posted before 67.00.03 . One of them sold il july 88 had that box.

[nuworld]

Thank You So Much ! I read your list and saw that you listed the right box for the 16800 submariner as the 67.00.03 box and that it was for a 1988 model. Forgive me for having you repeat yourself . I thought my 16808 was older than that and there isn't a listing for the 16808 specifically. Do you happen top know how I could find out what year my watch is, or at least what years that Rolex manufactured the 16808 model?

[Rolex1675]

Do you happen top know how I could find out what year my watch is, or at least what years that Rolex manufactured the 16808 model?

Sorry, but I can talk about only for GMT's (my great passion). I don't know the Submariner history, but I could counseil to you The Submariner Story by Mondani. It is an expensive book, but if you like SUB you should have got it. :thumbsup:

[Patton1970]

16234 1993 12.00.71

[Gerardus]

I am curious if my box is original delivered with my day-date L serie(1988-1990)
Box number is 71 00 01.

And can somebody tell me from what year Day Date Box number 71 00 08 is?

Thanxs in advance:thumbsup:

[georetz]

Is there a single source that lists the boxes by model and year for all Rolex models? I have a 1979 1507, a 1986-87 16753, and a 1990 16233, and none of them are listed here. Thanks!

[makap]

16613 LN, M 812XXX, purchased Feb 2011 from an AD in Athens in box 31.00.64

[bayerische]

168000 papers say 16800, box is 67.00.01.

[santiagoe]

box for a 6605 1959?

[toph]

box for a 6605 1959?

maybe something liek this http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ROLEX-CHRONOMETER-BOX-FUR-ARMBANDUHREN-CA-50ER-JAHREN-/350469357438?pt=DE_Kleidung_Schmuck_Accessoires_Uh ren_Armbanduhren&hash=item519999ff7e
:cheers:

or this http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Vintage-Rolex-Box-50-S-60-S-Very-rare-/140572958504?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item20bacd1f28

[Michael M.]

maybe something liek this http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ROLEX-CHRONOMETER-BOX-FUR-ARMBANDUHREN-CA-50ER-JAHREN-/350469357438?pt=DE_Kleidung_Schmuck_Accessoires_Uh ren_Armbanduhren&hash=item519999ff7e
:cheers:

or this http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Vintage-Rolex-Box-50-S-60-S-Very-rare-/140572958504?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item20bacd1f28

Probably more like the first one:cheers:

[rolexkiwi]

Hi there, I know this is an older thread but I have a dj 16233 E serial / think 1990 or 91 and after box and booklets etc that would have come with it. The lists are unclear. Which box number do I need etc. Help appreciated. Or if cant find that number what style of box will be the same as that one originally issued. Thanks

[zeuloa]

DJ 116200 M - Purchased Dec/07: 31.00.04

SD 16600 Z - Purchased NOS on Aug/11: 31.00.04

[Fin]

15010 (3/89) 67.00.08 (I have the box and papers for that, but not the watch anymore).

Was that same box for 16750 7,2mil?. I have the watch, but no box.

116520 (8/07) 30.00.71

[Submarino]

How about the leather brown box Ref. 70.00.06 What year and watch did this come with?

[mikecagney412]

So what isthe verdict on a box with no serial numbers?!?

[Paladin]

So what isthe verdict on a box with no serial numbers?!?

Those are the Bufkor sport boxes used by Rolex. There were three successive versions used from the mid 70's to the early 90's.

This thread is an excellentw discussion of boxes for Rolex sport watches from the early 70's on...;

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=208129&highlight=boxes


This analysis by TRF member "Springer" is the most correct and succinct explanation I have read;


Cruvon, the outer box for your inner Bufkor box is an early 1980's box. (The inner box is late 1970's.) Somebody, somewhere, mismatched those boxes! Your outer box should have a lid that is green with no leather grain pattern. Here is a pic of the correct combination for the late 1970's Bufkor box which were used in the USA. The two other photos - the one with the GMT and accessories depicts the early 1980's Bufkor box and the third photo depicts the mid-1980's Bufkor box.

The progression of the Bufkor boxes goes like this:

late 1970's, light green lid (no leather-grain pattern on the lid), light green inner box

early 1980's, dark green inner box, dark green outer box lid with a course leather-grain pattern on both the outer box lid and inner box

mid- 1980's, dark green inner box, dark green outer box with a fine leather-grain pattern on both the outer box lid and inner box

[mikecagney412]

Those are the Bufkor sport boxes used by Rolex. There were three successive versions used from the mid 70's to the early 90's.

This thread is an excellentw discussion of boxes for Rolex sport watches from the ;

Thanks for clearing that up very much appreciated! And thanks to Wolfgang for providing my 1655 with its proper resting place!:clap: