Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Monaco, Jun 13, 2024
ROLEX, SWITZERLAND, REF. 4500, OYSTER CHRONOGRAPH, STAINLESS STEEL
A fine, stainless steel, manual wind chronograph wristwatch
Good
Good
Slightly scratched
Good
Slightly oxidized
Reprinted
HANDS Original
Brand Rolex, switzerland
Model Oyster Chronograph
Reference 4500
Year circa 1940's
Case No. 181204
Diameter 35
Caliber base Valjoux 23, 17 jewels
Signature dial, case and movement
Just like a lot of these early waterproof chronographs, the dials were often prone to oxidation therefore are often found reprinted such as this example. Missing one of its pushers, it should be considered as a project watch to either restore or use as spare parts.
