The Watch
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The Oyster Perpetual has been a fan favourite for decades because of its classic design. The Oyster watch was the first waterproof and dustproof wristwatch in 1926 and later became the first self-winding Perpetual rotor. This architecture has formed the heart of all Rolex watches.
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This ref.1003 boasts a beautiful oyster case, with a wonderful engine turned textured bezel, crafted in 14k solid gold.
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Beating away inside the 34mm Oyster Case is the impressive 1570 automatic movement.
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This particular 1003, is in fantastic vintage condition. Nothing really quite hits the same as a solid gold Rolex, it is a real pleasure to wear and with smaller case sizes coming back into vogue as the want for elegance on the wrist continues to grow rapidly, it represents a fantastic opportunity for the elegant individual.
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View this 1003 in a video: here
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The Specs
Age: c.1970.
Reference: 1003.
Serial Number: 24XXXXX
Movement: Automatic with Centre Seconds.
Calibre: 1570.
Timekeeping: Keeping excellent time.
Service History: Last known service 2021.
Dial: Original Rolex Factory Dial.
Case: 14k Solid Gold.
Case Size: without/with crown 34mm/36.4mm. end of lug to lug: 39.6mm.
Bezel: Solid, beautiful engine turned textured Bezel.
Water Resistant?: No.
Hands: Original Handset.
Crystal: Original Crystal.
Crown: Original Crown.
Strap/Bracelet: On a new 19mm Brown Hirsch Calf Leather strap with Gold plated buckle.
Hands: Original Handset.
Crystal: Original Crystal.
Crown: Original Crown.
Strap/Bracelet: On a new 19mm Brown Hirsch Calf Leather strap with Gold plated buckle.
Lug Width: 19mm
Getting Acquainted
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Bits that stand out:
- Beautiful Bezel.
- 14k Solid Gold Case.
-Very Nice Condition.
- Highly Regarded 1570 Movement.
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Nitty Gritty:
-Light Scratches to Case.
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Nitty Gritty:
-Light Scratches to Case.
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Overall the OP is in really lovely condition.
The Case is in very nice condition with a few age related scratches, please remember that 14k Gold is a soft metal and is all charm of a vintage piece.
The Crown is Original.
Original Crystal in great order.
The Dial is in beautiful condition.
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Photographed on a 7in Wrist.
Photographed on a 7in Wrist.