Rolex Oyster Lipton military dial Small Seconds
Basic Info
Listing code : MFEAK7
Brand : Rolex
Reference number : 3136
Movement : Manual winding
Case material : Steel
Bracelet material : Leather
Year of production : 1942 (Approximation)
Condition : Used (Very good)
Most Recent Servicing : December 6, 2024
Scope of delivery : No original box, no original papers
Gender : Men's watch/Unisex
Location : Spain, Madrid
Price : 1,995
Availability : Item is in stock
Caliber
Movement : Manual winding
Case
Case material : Steel
Bezel material : Steel
Dial : Silver
Dial numerals : Arabic numerals
Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material : Leather
Clasp material : Steel
-> B. HISTORY of the Model:
Rolex “Lipton” watches were produced for the Canadian market in the 1930s and ’40s. Although not each identical, these watches featured a military-style dial. In this case, the original lume is still visible and covers the numerals, hour markers (with the exception of 12, 3, 6, and 9), with minute track and second sub-register sharp and intact. IT has a striking and desirable original 24-hour "military" dial although time and wear has faded the 24 numerals and they are barely discernible. . Otherwise presents in very good condition, with amazing patina.
Its tough oyster case features a screw-down crown and caseback. This vintage Rolex features beautiful blued steel hands, still reflective in the direct light.
.this watch is a piece of history. Made during WWII, This model was probably sold in Canada and other parts of the Commonwealth , and they were intended for servicemen and airmen heading to Europe and the Pacific.
Whether or not employed in military service, this vintage Rolex watch carries visible history in design, construction, and, of course, brand status. , the prestige of this watch isn’t boasted by the name, but rather its design, significance, and making –
> 0. GENERAL INFO:
*Open to offers. If you live outside the European Union, contact us for an offer
*Video footage of the watch available upon request.
- Plenty of references here in chrono24
*We are a Boutique-watch Business, that focus on - rare - singular - and different watches.
Condition:
* watch is not polished.
* watch has been tested and working serviced.
good condition.
-> C: SPECS
TECHNICAL DATA
Model: Oyster Lipton
Reference: 3136,
Date: c.1940s,
Movement: 15-jewel Cal.59 manual wind,
Dial: Silvered, Arabic numeral hour markers, black outer minute markers with Arabic 5 minute divisions, inner Arabic 24 hour markers, luminous filled needle hands, small seconds.
Case: Polished tonneau form, screw down case back, No.15xxxx
Back Case: engraved
Strap/Bracelet: leather,
Buckle/Clasp: Buckle,
Signed: Case and dial,Size: 31mm
Please see the photo's. wrist size for photos is 16-17cm.
-> D. SCOPE OF DELIVERY:
- Watch.
- extra straps.
Please see the photo's.
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*We are watch collectors by heart, and passionate curators
*We offer rare , different and singular watches
*We take care of the watch, as if it was for us.
*1 year warranty.
*We ship our watches from Madrid, Spain.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
* read description carefully.
* Watch is sold according European Union laws and regulations.
* Buyer has to pay taxes if buying outside the European Union.
- If in Canary Islands, taxes also apply.
* Photos are part of description, please watch carefull
