ROLEX | REF 6610 EXPLORERA STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC CENTER SECONDS WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET CIRCA 1953

Dial: black explorer Caliber: cal. 1030 automatic movement, 25 jewels Movement number: 594842 Case: stainless steel Case number: 114369 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster riveted bracelet  Size: diameter 35 mm, bracelet circumference approximately 200 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: accompanied by original crystal

CASE The case is in very good overall condition, and might have seen very light polishing near the lugs. The bracelet is in very good condition with minor surface scratches visible throughout, most notably the 1st link above 12 o'clock. The bracelet also has some stretch from wear. End links stamped 58. DIAL The dial is in good overall condition, and the lacquer finishing has aged. There is significant loss to the luminous material at 12 o'clock and on the minute hand. There is some cracking and minor loss to the lume at 1, 2, 5, 10 and 11 - consistent with the age of the timepiece. MOVEMENT The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."

The explorer reference 6610 was introduced in 1955, with an upgraded movement - caliber 1030.  The slimmer movement allowed for a thinner case and more compact caseback from those earlier models using caliber A296. The present watch features a lovely "Explorer" 3-6-9 dial, that has aged gracefully over time.