Rolex - Art Deco - 3892 - Unisex - 1900-1949

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Rolex Art Deco reference 3892, a unisex vintage wristwatch from the 1940s with a chrome-plated stainless steel case of 29 mm, a manual-wind movement, pink dial and leather band, in good condition with visible signs of wear.

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-> B. HISTORY of the Model: models small seconds
the Rolex reference 3892 is a vintage wristwatch from the 1940s, known for its manual-wind, 15-jewel movement, often housed in a tonneau or cushion-shaped case. These watches were produced during the World War II era and featured with models appearing in materials like stainless steel and chrome-plated brass, often with a subsidiary seconds dial and Arabic or baton hour markers.

* This is an extremely rare piece , from the early era of rolex, and the era 1940s model, the original made in chrome steel, in the 1930s-1940s. , and made during coexistence of the oyster.


Time Period: Primarily from the 1940s, with models seen around 1940, 1945, 1946, and 1947.
Movement: It uses a 15-jewel manual-wind movement, The movement is signed with Rolex's "31 Victories" designation, indicating it's a hand-wound movement with 31 jewels, a testament to its durability.
Case: The case is typically tonneau or cushion-shaped and comes in materials like stainless steel or chrome-plated brass.
Dial: The dials are often silver or champagne and feature applied Arabic or baton numerals and a subsidiary dial for the running seconds at the 6 o'clock position.
Significance: As a vintage model, it reflects the technology of the period. Some models have engraved presentation inscriptions on the case back, indicating they were often used as gifts or awards.

Description

A Chrome-Plated Stainless Steel Wrist Watch
Reference: 3892
Serial: 044416
Bezel: Smooth
Year: circa 1938
Case Material: Chrome-plated Stainless Steel
Case Diameter: Approximately 30mm
Movement: Rolex 15-Jewel Manual-Wind Movement
Complication: Seconds subsidiary dial at six o’clock
Box: No
Papers: No
Gross Weight: 36.6 grams


Condition:
* watch is not polished.
* watch has been tested and working serviced.
good condition.

CONDITION REPORT: subjective to me as a collector as a vintage.
Watch has minimal scratches due to being vintage in case, bezel, caseback and crystal. . nothing to worry about.
glass in good condition 9.5 of 10
Case 8/10 - scratches visible to war.
Bezel 9,5/10
Belt/bracelet slight scratches 8/10 bracelet.vintage
Dial in good condition 8,5/10
Buckle/buckle slight scratches 9,5/10.

Please see the photo's. wrist size for photos is 16-17cm.

-> D. SCOPE OF DELIVERY:
- Watch.
- extra straps.
Please see the photo's.

.......................................­¬¬......................................­¬.¬¬.¬...............................
*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.
.......................................­¬¬......................................­¬.¬¬.¬...............................
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 carefully

-> B. HISTORY of the Model: models small seconds
the Rolex reference 3892 is a vintage wristwatch from the 1940s, known for its manual-wind, 15-jewel movement, often housed in a tonneau or cushion-shaped case. These watches were produced during the World War II era and featured with models appearing in materials like stainless steel and chrome-plated brass, often with a subsidiary seconds dial and Arabic or baton hour markers.

* This is an extremely rare piece , from the early era of rolex, and the era 1940s model, the original made in chrome steel, in the 1930s-1940s. , and made during coexistence of the oyster.


Time Period: Primarily from the 1940s, with models seen around 1940, 1945, 1946, and 1947.
Movement: It uses a 15-jewel manual-wind movement, The movement is signed with Rolex's "31 Victories" designation, indicating it's a hand-wound movement with 31 jewels, a testament to its durability.
Case: The case is typically tonneau or cushion-shaped and comes in materials like stainless steel or chrome-plated brass.
Dial: The dials are often silver or champagne and feature applied Arabic or baton numerals and a subsidiary dial for the running seconds at the 6 o'clock position.
Significance: As a vintage model, it reflects the technology of the period. Some models have engraved presentation inscriptions on the case back, indicating they were often used as gifts or awards.

Description

A Chrome-Plated Stainless Steel Wrist Watch
Reference: 3892
Serial: 044416
Bezel: Smooth
Year: circa 1938
Case Material: Chrome-plated Stainless Steel
Case Diameter: Approximately 30mm
Movement: Rolex 15-Jewel Manual-Wind Movement
Complication: Seconds subsidiary dial at six o’clock
Box: No
Papers: No
Gross Weight: 36.6 grams


Condition:
* watch is not polished.
* watch has been tested and working serviced.
good condition.

CONDITION REPORT: subjective to me as a collector as a vintage.
Watch has minimal scratches due to being vintage in case, bezel, caseback and crystal. . nothing to worry about.
glass in good condition 9.5 of 10
Case 8/10 - scratches visible to war.
Bezel 9,5/10
Belt/bracelet slight scratches 8/10 bracelet.vintage
Dial in good condition 8,5/10
Buckle/buckle slight scratches 9,5/10.

Please see the photo's. wrist size for photos is 16-17cm.

-> D. SCOPE OF DELIVERY:
- Watch.
- extra straps.
Please see the photo's.

.......................................­¬¬......................................­¬.¬¬.¬...............................
*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.
.......................................­¬¬......................................­¬.¬¬.¬...............................
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 carefully

Details

Brand
Rolex
Gender
Unisex
Model
Art Deco
Band material
Leather
Reference Number
3892
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Shipped Insured
Yes
Repainted dial
No
Period
1900-1949
Movement
Manual winding
Dial colour
Pink
Case material
chromesteel, Steel
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
29 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Good - visible signs of wear
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Objects sold
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