Rolex
'Monoblocco', Reference 3525 | A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch | Circa 1941 | 勞力士 | 'Monoblocco' 型號3525 | 精鋼計時腕錶，製作年份約1941
Auction Closed
May 14, 11:30 AM GMT
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Rolex
'Monoblocco', Reference 3525
A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch
Circa 1941
勞力士
'Monoblocco' 型號3525 精鋼計時腕錶，製作年份約1941
Dial: salmon
Calibre: cal. Valjoux 23 manual winding, 17 jewels
Case: stainless steel, screw-down case back
Case number: 128'412
Closure: stainless steel Rolex buckle
Size: 35 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: none
The 3525 Monobloco was the first Rolex chronograph fitted in an Oyster case. The watch is divided into two main series. The first one (1939-1942) has the reference and case number engraved on the outside case back. The second series (1942-1946) can be identified with the reference number present on the inside case back and the case number engraved between the lugs. As such the present lot belongs to the 1st series.
This ref. 3525 is presented in well preserved condition. Further the contrast between the blues steel hands, salmon dial and steel case is particularly striking and very satisfying. The watch overall oozes class and a vintage charm that few other brands can offer so beautifully.