Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback 3599

Ref. 3599A very rare and fine stainless steel wristwatch with black dial, luminous numerals and hooded lugs, retailed by Giudici Milano

Manufacturer: Rolex Year: 1942 Reference No: 3599 Movement No: 95'747 Case No: 218'530 Model Name: Oyster Perpetual "Bubbleback" Material: Stainless steel Calibre: Automatic, cal. 9 3/4''', 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Leather Clasp/Buckle: Rolex pin buckle Dimensions: 32mm. Diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signedAmongst one of the most sought after variants of the legendary "Bubbleback" series, the present reference 3599 with rigid, hooded lugs stands out. It is blessed with an attractive combination of a stainless steel case, stunning black dial with Arabic numerals and white text and presence of the retailers’ signature of Giudici, Milano . Reference 3599 is defined by its most unusual case design, featuring a completely flat cylindrical bezel of considerable width and hoods covering the normally open space in between the lugs. The so-called "hooded Bubbleback" could feature different surface finishes to their hoods ranging from smooth to ribbed, from engine turned to vertically striped. The visual impact should not be under-estimated, and as can be seen on the present example, the watch grows in size and presence, rendering an even more striking appearance.