Rolex - Oyster Perpetual - χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας - 1007 - Άνδρες - 1967

Presented for auction by Second Vintage

A quintessential vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual with a distinctive engine-turned bezel. This Reference 1007 features a well-preserved silver sunburst dial with applied baton indices and vintage dauphine hands, all powered by the chronometer-certified automatic caliber 1560.

Brand: Rolex
Model: Oyster Perpetual
Reference Number: 1007
Serial Number: 1726464
Movement: Automatic, Caliber 1560, 26 Jewels
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied baton indices
Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Production Year: 1967
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: +10+12s/day, performing remarkably well.

Dial and Hands
The well-preserved classic dial features a silver sunburst finish complemented by crisp printed text, including the Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified designation. Applied baton indices provide excellent legibility alongside intact lume plots that display an age-appropriate patina. Under macro magnification, minor dust or spotting is visible on the dial surface. The aged original dauphine style hands show visible oxidation and spotting on their metal surfaces, while their lume inserts match the dial plots.

Case and Crystal
The stainless steel case presents honest vintage wear, showing signs of previous polishing with slightly softened lug edges and moderate surface scratches consistent with age and wear. A distinctive engine-turned steel bezel frames the dial, designed wide and flat with milling that extends from edge to edge. The bezel ridges show some softening from wear and possible polishing. The crown is signed with the Rolex coronet and an underline, maintaining good definition on the logo and knurling. The watch is fitted with a domed acrylic crystal that remains clear, with no major scratches or cracks visible.

Movement
Inside beats the automatic Caliber 1560, clearly engraved with Montres Rolex S.A. Geneva, Twenty Six 26 Jewels, and Adjusted 5 Positions and Temperature. The movement presents a clean overall appearance, with the rotor and bridges showing a good finish and no obvious signs of heavy corrosion or damage. Recording +10+12s/day on the timegrapher. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece.

Strap
The watch is paired with a black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching, which appears in near-new condition.

Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The case exhibits moderate surface scratches and signs of previous polishing with slightly softened lug edges, while the engine-turned bezel shows softened ridges from wear. The dial remains beautifully preserved with only minor dust or spotting visible under macro magnification, and the original hands display visible oxidation and spotting. The movement is running strong, supported by excellent timegrapher results.

Dimensions
The case measures 34mm (excluding the crown).

Remarks
This Reference 1007 offers a highly recognizable vintage aesthetic with its distinctive engine-turned bezel and classic dauphine hands. The clear factory engravings, including a III.67 caseback date code, alongside the well-preserved silver sunburst dial, make this a compelling example of mid-century Rolex design.

History
The Reference 1007 is a 34mm Oyster Perpetual model characterized by its distinctive engine-turned bezel, which was designed wide and flat with milling extending from edge to edge. Produced from approximately 1959 until the early 1980s, the model represents a significant era in Rolex production. This example is powered by the automatic Caliber 1560, underscoring the brand's commitment to chronometer-certified precision during the late 1960s.

Payment and Shipping
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Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
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The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
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SKU: ROL-OPX-0009