1920's / 1930's Rolex

[MichaelB_Can]

Hi is anyone into really old rolex watches from the 20's , 30's , 40's + ?
If so I (and others I'm sure) would love to see some pictures of these old beauties . Thanks in advance guys ! 😃


Mike B , Canada ⌚

[seabreeze]

same

[MichaelB_Can]

Ok I'll start . This is now gone . 1921 woman's 9k gold Rolex watch. Marked on the movement & caseback but not the dial for some reason (this 1 is long gone).ImageUploadedByTapatalk1363793313.852593.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1363793337.294021.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1363793220.793973.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1363793249.478574.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1363793269.712163.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1363793293.272559.jpg
Note the W&D hallmark . Sorry the picks are bad but they are iPhone pics . I'm not even sure if you can make out the Rolex engraving on the movement . But it's there.

It's a shame what happened to this little watch. I sold it to a guy that "had to have it for his wife" only to find out he destroyed it to melt the gold . When he realized how upset I was he gave me the movement back for free . Oh how nice of him ! I hate seeing watches trashed for the gold !
Anyway ......... more pics guys ?


Mike B , Canada ⌚

[MichaelB_Can]

Anyone have some men's watches ?


Mike B , Canada ⌚

[Paul]

It's a Rolex cushion (1930's ?) that I picked up here in sunny New Zealand.
A bit beaten up on arrival and I had to make do with what parts I could source.
I think it scrubbed up ok

[Paul]

Rolex Speedking (1940's).



And an odd-ball tonneau. Nicely made case and period-correct Rebberg movement but certainly not sanctioned by Hans Wilsdorf

[Grissom]

[mikkibarry]

Those are exactly the kind I like best....

[mikkibarry]

That is a gorgeous one, Nathan. I am looking at buying my first bubble back. Not sure which one, however.

[crowncollection]

How about the first waterproof watch 1922

[mikkibarry]

THAT is super cool. I have one of that era, but it ain't waterproof.

[DrLindaPhD]

I have two from the 30s. Both ladies watches.

The first one is my favorite. It's my 18k rose gold oyster. The second one is my Rolex that is probably in the most mint condition. It has an engraved case and the etching looks new. It was kept in a safe for over 50 years.

I had both serviced and they both run great.

[DrLindaPhD]

[QUOTE=Paul;4034454]It's a Rolex cushion (1930's ?) that I picked up here in sunny New Zealand.
A bit beaten up on arrival and I had to make do with what parts I could source.
I think it scrubbed up ok



You did an amazing job. I love it.

[crowncollection]

Originally Posted by mikkibarry

THAT is super cool. I have one of that era, but it ain't waterproof.

Thanks mate ImageUploadedByTapatalk1363850983.470592.jpg and how cool is the name submarine. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1363850998.986853.jpg


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[andromeda160]

Originally Posted by crowncollection

Thanks mate Attachment 371232 and how cool is the name submarine. Attachment 371233


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I've been having dreams about this watch ever since I the first pic you posted of it *drool* coolest rolex i've ever seen. ever. period. hands down.

[MichaelB_Can]

Lol , I just had my first watch dream the other night ! I guess once you start dreaming watches there is no cure for what we have ? I would ask 1 of the good doctors here , but have a feeling they have it as bad as us ! 😁


Mike B , Canada ⌚

[Alcan]

We have a few oldies.

Nancy's 1937 telephone dial with original expansion bracelet








1940's Tudor






Late 1930's British military pocket watch, stem wind & stem set caliber 548. The case back has the correct British broad arrow, originally used by the Board of Ordinance and more recently used by the Ministry of Defense. The B designation indicates it was a backup timepiece carried in a holder in a vehicle or vessel. This one has been verified by the Toronto RSC, overhauled recently, and it still runs like a champ. Nothing for show on this one, it was a purpose built, no frills, piece of equipment.

Movement pic from the 'net








I've had this one for a couple of years, an early 1930's gold plated, pretty good shape overall. I might have the case replated, and the dial and hands cleaned up one of these days.....








Then there's this old thing, the Granddaddy of them all.
We believe it to be the only known example of a running 1908 Wilsdorf & Davis pendant watch, from the same year ol' Hans registered the tradename Rolex. The photo essay of the restoration is here:

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...ht=Restoration










Here's myt latest, circa 1940, worn by a friend's aunt through WW2 as a nurse in Europe. Its in pretty tough condition, runs but that's about it. Not sure yet what I'm going to do with it, if anything......

[DrLindaPhD]

Al, that pendant Rolex is amazing. Love your collection. I would get the Nurses's watch restored and put a on nice black leather fold-over band (you can find a new old stock - I have several). It would be nice to see it restored.

[mikkibarry]

Such fabulous watches you guys have! I love these all. I'm waiting on some to come back from Bob Ridley and one other watchmaker. I think it would be great if we could talk about these watches and try to learn more about them and their history, and what to look for in collecting them.

[chef40]

i just bought this beauty

[crowncollection]

Here's another 30's ImageUploadedByTapatalk1373188495.601882.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1373188516.934912.jpg


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[NorthernPike]

I guess I can squeeze this one in barely fitting the OPs criteria; 1949.
This was awarded to my father back then, and may be of historic interest for Canadians. The damage to the back occurred when it was run over by a car.

[mikkibarry]

All 3 of today's are beautiful! Thank you for sharing them with us. I'm hoping to have some to show off when I finally get them back from various watchmakers :-)

[andromeda160]

Originally Posted by crowncollection

How about the first waterproof watch 1922

i'm buying this watch from you someday... when I have lots and lots of money!!!! this is my grail, and has been ever since my eyes first laid eyes on it, WHY'D YOU HAVE TO SHARE IT'S BEAUTY!!!!

[crowncollection]

Originally Posted by andromeda160

i'm buying this watch from you someday... when I have lots and lots of money!!!! this is my grail, and has been ever since my eyes first laid eyes on it, WHY'D YOU HAVE TO SHARE IT'S BEAUTY!!!!

thanks the case style is available from other companies and rolex, but only a few, under 3 have surfaced with submarine on the dial, one is in the rolex museum, after a few years the constant screwing and unscrewing to wind everyday the bezel got ruined and the waterporoofing failed,now my version with a metal dial the rusted in high humidity, it is the only known example the others have the white porcelain dial, the oyster crown was patented a few years later, so only ran this model for 4 years in low production numbers for the asian market in the old british empire, india, burma, singapore.

[Foxy1]

They are fantastic, would love to see more, also would love to look for some and buy them

[skprd13]

Very cool all! Love the one case back that has all the different countries listed for patent!

[happycamper11563]

Found this little beauty in a junk shop. the enamel face attracted me, and I was given a nice surprise once I got home and had a good look at it.
earliest service marks are from 1914, but as yet, I am unable to accurately date its manufacture.

[devoti]

Here's mine, I think the dial was refinished and my girlfriend took the watch in for a cleaning but came back with (sadly) refurbed hands.

[andromeda160]

Originally Posted by crowncollection

thanks the case style is available from other companies and rolex, but only a few, under 3 have surfaced with submarine on the dial, one is in the rolex museum, after a few years the constant screwing and unscrewing to wind everyday the bezel got ruined and the waterporoofing failed,now my version with a metal dial the rusted in high humidity, it is the only known example the others have the white porcelain dial, the oyster crown was patented a few years later, so only ran this model for 4 years in low production numbers for the asian market in the old british empire, india, burma, singapore.

have you found any that have came up on the market? and what they brought?


http://www.ebay.com/itm/1922-GENTS-9...item5aefc17e52


might've just missed a 9c for less than $500 which seems to have been a steal but theres no pics