Vintage Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694/0 - Year? Other information?

[Rolo72]

I'm hoping someone can help me learn more about my Rolex. It was given to me by my father more than 20 years ago. The bracelet and crystal were replaced about 15 years ago. The watch is currently with Rolex getting a complete service. Below is the information Rolex documented on the service agreement.

Model: 6694/0 Rolex 34mm SS Oyster Date, polished bezel
Dial: Black w/g markers L
Bracelet: 78350 SS Oyster
Links: 5 x 7
End Piece: 557
Case Serial: 586495
Caliber: 1215

Specifically, I'd like to know when the watch was produced. The existing year charts and the resetting of the serial numbers by Rolex are confusing. Additionally, I'm seeing contradicting information online (e.g., Tourneau is selling a 1948 6694/0 model, but one of the TRF members stated that the Oysterdate model made its first appearance in 1952). And I can't seem to find other visual references that look like my watch (e.g., black dial, arrow markers).

I'd also like to know if there is a difference between models "6694" and "6694/0".

Any other information available is appreciated. Thanks!

[Rolo72]

Any feedback?

New to the message boards and am wondering if I violated any protocols with my inquiries.

[adam78]

Your watch dates to about 1960 by the SN and style of dial and hands. I tend to use the dating chart on this site, which I find pretty reliable for the 1950s forward: http://www.qualitytyme.net/pages/numbers.html. The bracelet is of course much newer than the watch.

[Floorguy]

Very nice 6694! Love those dauphine hands. Here is my '65 -6694. Oh, btw, yours is a 1960!

[Rolo72]

Adam78: Thanks for the info. Yes, the bracelet and crystal were replaced about 15 years ago.

Floorguy: Thanks for sharing!

Anyone know the difference between models "6694" and "6694/0"?

[Pete]

Wow what a great piece. That's on the short list for my next one for sure...

[powerfunk]

Originally Posted by Rolo72

Adam78: Thanks for the info. Yes, the bracelet and crystal were replaced about 15 years ago.

Floorguy: Thanks for sharing!

Anyone know the difference between models "6694" and "6694/0"?

6694/0 is just the full model number. the "/0" part means it's stainless steel.

[joe100]

Originally Posted by powerfunk

6694/0 is just the full model number. the "/0" part means it's stainless steel.

If we want to get super technical it's an R669400 lol

[misha]

I came across this very unique watch, Rose Gold 20 microns plated Rolex 6694, 17J Oysterdate Precision. Any one have more information about this watch, dial has Arabic numbers, the bracelet is stretchable, movement 1210.
What it is worth? Any input will be appreciated.

[Pete]

hijack?

[misha]

Does not look like hijack.