{"product_id":"rolex-oyster-extra-prima-1930s","title":"Rolex Oyster Extra Prima - c.1930s","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"xui-column-12-of-12 xui-column-6-of-12-small-up xui-column-6-of-12-large-up\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xui-u-flex xui-u-flex-column xui-u-flex-justify-space-between\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 1930s Rolex Oyster Extra Prima Wristwatch - With Steel Oyster Case and Fixed Lugbars, Sector Style Dial \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eRolex Oyster\u003c\/b\u003e was introduced in 1926. Its revolutionary screw-down case was designed to create a highly water-resistant enclosure for the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtra Prima\u003c\/b\u003e refers to Rolex's early manual-winding movements, regarded as the highest-performing on the market \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eat the time. They held up to modern chronometer certification standards before they were even established, and were rigorously adjusted and tested in six different physical orientations to ensure they could perform under any circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's On Offer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHere we have an \u003cb\u003eearly Rolex Oyster Extra Prima\u003c\/b\u003e, dating from approximately the \u003cb\u003e1930s\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe watch immediately stands out for its unusual case design. The 30mm \u003cb\u003eangular, stepped case and broad lugs\u003c\/b\u003e give the watch considerable presence on the wrist. The case shows plenty of honest evidence of age, with scratches and surface marks accumulated over decades of wear. Rather than detracting from the watch, these details reinforce its character as an almost century-old watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003echampagne-coloured dial\u003c\/b\u003e has developed a beautiful, aged patina across the surface, giving it a wonderfully warm appearance. The very centre is slightly lighter, giving it a sense of depth. Large Arabic numerals mark 12, 3, 6 and 9, interspersed with baton markers, while a fine outer minute track frames the dial. At 6 o'clock sits the subsidiary seconds register, with the \u003cb\u003eUltra Prima\u003c\/b\u003e signature arcing neatly around it. The dial is completed by its original syringe \u003cb\u003ehands\u003c\/b\u003e, which retain their original lume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eInside is the \u003cb\u003emanual-winding Ultra Prima movement\u003c\/b\u003e, one of Rolex's early high-grade movements with 17 jewels and a 30-hour power reserve. The inside case back features the prestigious “\u003cb\u003ekey symbol” (Poinçon de Maître No. 5)\u003c\/b\u003e, marking the watch case as the work of elite Geneva-based casemaker, E. \u0026amp; A. Rigacci frères. Alongside this, \u003cb\u003e\"5 Countries Patents\"\u003c\/b\u003e is proudly stamped, a bold warning shot fired by Rolex founder Hans Wilsdorf to protect his sealed screw-down crown and bezel design across 5 countries: Switzerland, Great Britain, the United States, Germany, and France. Due to its age, the watch will require servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe overall appearance is quintessentially \u003cb\u003eArt Deco\u003c\/b\u003e, with the geometric case, large Arabic numerals and concentric design. A wonderful addition to any vintage watch collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xui-u-flex xui-u-flex-column xui-u-flex-justify-space-between\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"productsandservices-ui-ProductAndServiceDetailsLabelValue--value xui-margin-bottom-large xui-text-wordbreak\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xui-u-flex xui-u-flex-column xui-u-flex-justify-space-between\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNB: \u003c\/b\u003eThe service history of this watch is unknown, and as we are selling it on behalf of a consignor who has asked us to help sell an entire collection, it is offered for sale as seen. Our consigners do not service each watch before they’re sold, and they are priced to reflect this without a warranty. However, servicing can be arranged with our watchmaker at an additional cost if you wish. If so, please contact us to discuss this. Once serviced, the watch will be given a 12-month warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vintage Watch Specialist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57371362296183,"sku":"vws4387cs","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0139\/8092\/6009\/files\/rolex-oyster-extra-prima-c-1930s-oyster-vintage-vintage-dress-watches-watch-watch-specialist-and-modern-wristwatches-766.jpg?v=1791551829","url":"https:\/\/vintagewatchspecialist.com\/products\/rolex-oyster-extra-prima-1930s","provider":"Vintage Watch Specialist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}