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Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref. 6694 'Linen’ Dial 1968

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This specific Rolex Oysterdate 6694 is in incredible condition, it features a stunning linen dial adding a three dimensional element to a simple watch face. Stick style hour marks are present with its lume plots still intact with patina'ed tritium. The manually winding caliber 1225 powers this watch under the hood. The watch comes on its original Oyster riveted bracelet with 11 links. There is little wear present on this watch for its age. The serial number starts with 1827XXX pointing to a 1968 production date. The watch is currently running smoothly at +8 seconds per day.

Rolex Oysterdate History:
The Rolex Oysterdate Precision is the understated little brother of the Rolex vintage catalog and is one of the most accessible entry points into the prestigious brand. Being one of Rolex's most basic watches featuring a date at 3 o'clock, this watch would steal a minimalist's heart. While the "Oysterdate" can be easily confused with the "Oyster Perpetual" and "Oyster Perpetual Date" ranges, it has allure within its own regard. Firstly the fact that the “Perpetual” label is missing from any branding alludes to the manual winding aspect of the watch - something of a rarity for this generation of Rolex's. More notably however is the lack of the chronometer certification text on the dial. In order to gain chronometer status a watch is tested for accuracy and stability at the The Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute. Only those proving to keep reliable time between -4/+6 seconds a day can wear the COSC-certified badge.
Details Of This Watch

Maker: Rolex
Model: Oysterdate Precision
Reference: 6694
Year: 1968
Serial: 1827XXX
Dimensions: 34mm diameter; 11.5mm thickness 
Lug Width: 19mm
Box/Papers: No
Movement:
Caliber. 1225, manual wind
Dial & Hands: Original Rolex linen dial w/ tritium
Bezel: Smooth stainless steel
Material: Stainless steel
Crystal: Acrylic
Bracelet/Strap: Original Rolex Oyster steel riveted bracelet with 1 links
Performance: Watch is fully functioning at +8 secs/day

What We Enjoy

- Accessible entry point into Rolex
- Understated and a nonchalant option
- Very light signs of wear given it's age

Things To Note

- Hairline scratches
- Evidence of minor polishing around case and bracelet