Rolex

• cal. 1030 automatic movement, 25 jewels • black dial, luminescent triangular, dot and baton indexes • rotating black bezel calibrated for 60 units, screw-down crown and screw back • case, dial and movement signed • stainless steel solid Rolex Oyster flip-lock bracelet with deployant clasp

The movement is running, however it might require service soon. It is numbered N791152.The dial appears to be in nice condition, however the luminescent paint appears to be re-painted brown at some point. The hands have aged to green and might not be original to the watch. The case shows general wear with surface scuffs. The lugs retain nice beveled corners. The numbers between the lugs are 398686 and 6536-1. Inside the back is 6536/1 and IV.1958. The outside of the back appears to have been polished. The bezel insert does not appear to be the proper, original one with a red triangle at the top and might have come from a later James Bond model.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Rolex released this model, Ref. 6536/1 in 1956 as a chronometer version of the earlier Ref. 6536. It was only in production for a few years before being replaced by the Ref. 5508.

For a similar example, see Skeet & Urul, Vintage Rolex Sports Models, p. 30.