Rolex
Explorer 'Red Depth', Reference 6610 | A stainless steel wristwatch | Circa 1956
Lot Closed
May 29, 01:56 PM GMT
Estimate
20,000 - 40,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
Rolex
Explorer 'Red Depth', Reference 6610
A stainless steel wristwatch
Circa 1956
Dial: black, red depth inscriptions
Calibre: cal. 1030 automatic winding, 25 jewels
Case: stainless steel, screw-down case back
Case number: 113'185
Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster rivet bracelet and folding clasp
Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approx. 205 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: Rolex Bexley Heath Service Center Guarantee paperwork dated 21.10.1983 for 6610/113185
Since its conception in 1953, the Explorer family has been one of the most cherished and admired range within the family of Rolex sport watches. In 1955, Rolex launched the present reference 6610 featuring the now famous caliber 1030 which allowed for a slimmer case design in comparison to previous bubble back profiles.
The present watch was produced in 1956 and features a charming dial variation including the 'Officially Certified Chronometer' signature, which became a defining feature in later Explorer references such as the 1016, and more interestingly the dial also features a red depth rating, creating a mesmerising contrast against the black dial and the Arabic numerals.