ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, TURN-O-GRAPH
Geneva, May 11, 2024
self winding
Excellent
Good
Slightly scratched
Very good
Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Very good
HANDS Original
HANDS Luminous material reapplied
Brand Rolex, switzerland
Model Turn-o-graph
Year circa 1953
Case No. 949133
Bracelet stainless steel Rolex folded bracelet (7835/80), approx. overall length
Diameter 36
Caliber A260, 19 jewels
Signature dial, case and movement
The Turn-O-Graph is launched in 1953 and is considered as one of the first Rolex’s tool-watches. The reference 6202 is the first one featuring a bidirectional rotating bezel calibrated to 60 minute to be serially produced. Becoming a landmark feature in Rolex’s production, this rotating bezel opened a new path that will be soon followed by other models such as Submariner and GMT. Rolex merged the ‘Turn-O-Graph’ with the ‘DateJust’ in 1954 with reference 6309. Produced one year only in about 4'200 examples, this wristwatch is one of the rare example of this first generation of the Turn-O-Graph: a milestone of Rolex history.
This particular example has been very well preserved in all original condition, its original faded bezel, and its untouched dial, indexes reacting strongly to the Geiger counter.
