Rolex Chronograph 2811

Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces Hong Kong, Jun 01, 2024 ROLEX, REF. 2811, CHRONOGRAPH, 18K YELLOW GOLD A very fine and rare, anti-magnetic, manual wind 18K yellow gold wristwatch, with oval-shaped button chronograph, register with tachometer. Excellent Very good Slightly scratched Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense Good Slightly oxidized Slightly scratched HANDS Original Brand Rolex Model Chronograph Reference 2811 Year circa 1937 Case No. 38412 Diameter 32mm. Caliber 13’’’ (based on Valjoux 23 by Reymond Frères, Les Bioux, Vallée de Joux) Signature dial, case and movement Rolex, Ref. 2811 This reference seems to have been produced in only 500 examples between 1937 and the early 1940s. It is one of the rarest early Rolex chronographs.