Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1002

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1002 Silver Dial

Famed as the base model that all of Rolex’s sports models use as their foundations, the Oyster Perpetual is an iconic watch that has a profound impact on horology. While its no-frills stainless steel construction is utilitarian, its design is equally timeless and classic. With its smooth stainless steel bezel and clean dial, the Oyster Perpetual has long been a collector favorite. Produced from the late 1950s until the early 1980s, the Oyster Perpetual ref. 1002 introduced the automatic cal. 1560 movement to Rolex’s catalog and came with either a silver or a gilt dial. Here we have the silver dial variant on its original stainless steel Oyster bracelet with a matching stainless steel polished bezel. Boasting an appealing aged appeal through its patinated luminous material that dots its applied hour markers and sits atop its hands, this example’s display reveals its heritage as a vintage timepiece that has stood the test of time. Brand : Rolex Dimensions : 34mm x 11mm Model : Oyster Perpetual Movement : Automatic cal. 1560 Reference : 1002 Bracelet : Stainless steel Oyster bracelet Year : 1964 Condition : Excellent Material : Stainess steel Included : Watch only Dial Color : Silver THE DIAL Boasting luminous indices atop its applied hour markers that have aged to develop a patina, along with its hands, the ref. 1002's bright silver display still manages to subtly hint at the example's age tastefully. THE CONSTRUCTION Boasting a no-frills design that speaks to the Oyster Perpetual's job as a robust and utilitarian timepiece, the ref. 1002 features a wonderfully charming aesthetic on the wrist that points to its nature as a watch built for the functional needs of its owner. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.