Rolex Chronograph 3525

Rolex Monoblocco Oyster Chronograph Reference “P.O.W.” 3525 Unpolished

This is an incredible watch for either a sophisticated Rolex or chronograph connoisseur. Often referred to as the "Monoblocco" the case body is an incredible creation from a single piece of steel. It features a fantastic luminous dial and syringe hands. These models are also synonymous and nicknamed P.O.W.s for the models which were sent to Allied prisoners in German P.O.W. camps. Hans Wilsdorf signed a letter to one prisoner stating “you must not even think of settlement during the war.”, We believe this example is unpolished. It measures 35mm in diameter by 41.5mm lug to lug. The watch dates to circa 1942. The bracelet is a WAB bracelet which were British made bracelets for Rolex in the British market. One of the original inner-clasp blades is damaged, so we replaced the inner-clasp blades. The originals are included with the watch., We understand the watch came from the original owner’s family in England and that the original owner was in the British Army., It does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.This is an incredible watch for either a sophisticated Rolex or chronograph connoisseur. Often referred to as the "Monoblocco" the case body is an incredible creation from a single piece of steel. It features a fantastic luminous dial and syringe hands. These models are also synonymous and nicknamed P.O.W.s for the models which were sent to Allied prisoners in German P.O.W. camps. Hans Wilsdorf signed a letter to one prisoner stating “you must not even think of settlement during the war.” We believe this example is unpolished. It measures 35mm in diameter by 41.5mm lug to lug. The watch dates to circa 1942. The bracelet is a WAB bracelet which were British made bracelets for Rolex in the British market. One of the original inner-clasp blades is damaged, so we replaced the inner-clasp blades. The originals are included with the watch. We understand the watch came from the original owner’s family in England and that the original owner was in the British Army. It does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. PRICE: $95,000 (Item SBUXYT2150) PRICE: $95,000 (Item SBUXYT2150)