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20 August 2017, 12:15 AM | #1 |
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Rolex 'Tru-Beat' 6556 caliber 1040
The Rolex Tru-Beat 6556 represents an exclusive model of the Rolex range, both for its specific characteristics and its rarity.
Aesthetically similar to an Oyster Perpetual, this model is distinguished by its dead seconds complication of the 1040 calibre movement (based on the 1030 calibre): this function makes the seconds hand move forward in small jumps instead of sweeping, allowing a better visualisation of the seconds. The Tru-Beat reference 6556 was produced in steel and 18kt gold (yellow and rose) with a standard or Metroplitan dial with Dauphine hands. Only some models have a red seconds hand. The Tru-Beat appeared on the market for the first time in 1954 and went out of production in 1959, without being replaced. The problems with the fragile 1040 calibre were sometimes resolved by removing the dead seconds function and bringing it in line with the classic 1030 calibre. The model was produced in a limited number of pieces, both for its elegant design and its restricted success, characteristics that add to its appeal for collectors. I have been brought a Rolex Tru-Beat 5665 (caliber 1040) for repairing. As you can presume the inside bit that makes the watch a Tru-beat has been removed (probably by a Rolex dealer) and I intend to bring it back to its original condition. I have looked all over the market for the missing links with no luck. Do you think you could have them or know of someone who does. Please let me know / Regards |
20 August 2017, 12:34 AM | #2 |
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You should post a WTB in the sales section of this forum.
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Just be assured one gentleman searched for over 11 years...I believe until he found a working 1040 to put into his watch. He never found a set of parts...but rather had to buy a complete working movement. This could be a long project. I waited for years to find a good watch to go with m parts only to realize that I am missing the pivot and that my seconds pinion will have to be re-pivoted to hold the seconds hand as the tip is broken off. |
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