Rolex - Explorer - 5540 - Unisex - 1959
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Selected by Mauro Atienza
Graduated master watchmaker with over 30 years' experience and teaching background.
Estimate € 10,500 - € 12,000
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Rolex Explorer 5540, 1959, automatic movement, stainless steel 36 mm case, black dial, unisex wristwatch with a steel bracelet, comes with the original box, no original papers, dial repainted, in very good condition with minor signs of wear.
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Rolex Explorer 5540 – Rare Tool Watch Heritage
A rare vintage piece, the Rolex Explorer 5540 from 1959 represents the early spirit of exploration and functional design. It's black dial with bold Arabic numerals ensures clarity and purpose, reflecting the watch’s origins as a reliable companion in demanding environments. Clean, legible, and purposeful, it captures the essence of mid-century Rolex tool watches.
Made for collectors who value history, simplicity, and the foundations of an icon, the Explorer 5540 stands as an authentic expression of Rolex heritage.
This Rolex Explorer 5504 features a Black Arabic dial repainted and is crafted from stainless steel, with a production year of 1950's. Not coeval hands
Watch fits for wrist 19,5 cm maximum.
It comes with:
• With original box, booklets, plastic tag with hologram
• With our own exclusive Certificate of Originality
• A The Watch Register Search Certificate, both legally recognized as proof of due diligence.
We are big EU company with the team of 31 professionals and more than 17000 sells of luxury watches track record. You can find thousands five star reviews.
Why Choose Us?
• 100% Original Watches
• 365-day Warranty
• 14-day Full Refund Policy
• No Customs Taxes for EU Buyers
• 0% VAT for EU Buyers
• 24–48 Hours Insured Shipping via DHL Express
• All watches are in stock, ensuring same-day shipping.
• Watches are serviced in our own workshop by our 12 experienced watchmakers.
Servicing Details
Every watch undergoes:
• Movement cleaning with specialized equipment
• Oiling and accuracy adjustments
• Testing on a Timegrapher
• Waterproof testing
• A 48-hour performance test using Cyclotest equipment
Additional Notes
• Pictures provided are an integral part of the description — we do not use Photoshop; the watch appears exactly as shown.
• Please review the images carefully.
Feel free to ask any questions. Thank you for your interest, and good luck!
Seller's Story
SwissOnly is professional vintage watches seller with 34 people TEAM including 14 watchmakers and 7 restorators.
We are selling only original watches. We respect our clients and value our reputation.
Our watchmakers make movement service and after check all the watches for accuracy on a special equipment. Our restorators polish cases and bracelets and restore them condition to perfect. We are selling only the watches in fully working condition.
We've sold more than 17 000 watches, including more than 1 700 pieces through Catawiki.
We ship our watches via DHL Express with insurance. Shipping takes 24 - 72 hours.
No customs taxes for EU buyers, 0% VAT for all EU buyers.
Please make your bids.
Best regards, SwissOnly.
Rolex Explorer 5540 – Rare Tool Watch Heritage
A rare vintage piece, the Rolex Explorer 5540 from 1959 represents the early spirit of exploration and functional design. It's black dial with bold Arabic numerals ensures clarity and purpose, reflecting the watch’s origins as a reliable companion in demanding environments. Clean, legible, and purposeful, it captures the essence of mid-century Rolex tool watches.
Made for collectors who value history, simplicity, and the foundations of an icon, the Explorer 5540 stands as an authentic expression of Rolex heritage.
This Rolex Explorer 5504 features a Black Arabic dial repainted and is crafted from stainless steel, with a production year of 1950's. Not coeval hands
Watch fits for wrist 19,5 cm maximum.
It comes with:
• With original box, booklets, plastic tag with hologram
• With our own exclusive Certificate of Originality
• A The Watch Register Search Certificate, both legally recognized as proof of due diligence.
We are big EU company with the team of 31 professionals and more than 17000 sells of luxury watches track record. You can find thousands five star reviews.
Why Choose Us?
• 100% Original Watches
• 365-day Warranty
• 14-day Full Refund Policy
• No Customs Taxes for EU Buyers
• 0% VAT for EU Buyers
• 24–48 Hours Insured Shipping via DHL Express
• All watches are in stock, ensuring same-day shipping.
• Watches are serviced in our own workshop by our 12 experienced watchmakers.
Servicing Details
Every watch undergoes:
• Movement cleaning with specialized equipment
• Oiling and accuracy adjustments
• Testing on a Timegrapher
• Waterproof testing
• A 48-hour performance test using Cyclotest equipment
Additional Notes
• Pictures provided are an integral part of the description — we do not use Photoshop; the watch appears exactly as shown.
• Please review the images carefully.
Feel free to ask any questions. Thank you for your interest, and good luck!
Seller's Story
SwissOnly is professional vintage watches seller with 34 people TEAM including 14 watchmakers and 7 restorators.
We are selling only original watches. We respect our clients and value our reputation.
Our watchmakers make movement service and after check all the watches for accuracy on a special equipment. Our restorators polish cases and bracelets and restore them condition to perfect. We are selling only the watches in fully working condition.
We've sold more than 17 000 watches, including more than 1 700 pieces through Catawiki.
We ship our watches via DHL Express with insurance. Shipping takes 24 - 72 hours.
No customs taxes for EU buyers, 0% VAT for all EU buyers.
Please make your bids.
Best regards, SwissOnly.
Details
Brand
Rolex
Gender
Unisex
Model
Explorer
Reference number
5540
Band material
Steel
Shipped insured
Yes
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Period
1950-1959
Repainted dial
Yes
Movement
Automatic
Dial colour
Black
Case material
Steel
Original box included
Yes
Original papers included
No
Original warranty included
No
Case diameter
36 mm
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
Year
1959
