Rolex Oyster Precision Ref. 6512 'Veriflat'
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1964
Maker / issuer
RolexThe Rolex Oyster Precision, reference 6512, is a manual-wind wristwatch produced by Rolex. This example is identified as the 'Veriflat' model, noted for its slim 34mm water-resistant Oyster case, measuring 6mm in thickness excluding the crystal, and featuring a screw-down caseback and crown.
The silver-colored sunburst dial displays applied indices, 'dauphine' style handset, and a subsidiary seconds register positioned on the bottom half of the dial. An additional retailer stamp from Asprey, London, is located on the lower half of the dial. The watch dates to circa 1964. The piece is described as having a symmetrical case with clear hallmarks and visible factory finishing on the lug undersides.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 1964
- Type
- Manual-wind wristwatch
- Retailer
- Asprey
- Reference
- 6512
- Case features
- Screw-down caseback and crown
- Movement type
- Manually-wound
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Case dimensions
- 34mm diameter, 6mm thickness
- Maker / attribution
- Rolex
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The silver-colored dial features a sunburst finish and is appointed with applied hour indices. The handset is executed in the 'dauphine' style. A notable feature is the subsidiary seconds register located on the lower half of the dial, which is described as having a concentric design. In addition to the standard Rolex branding, the lower half of the dial includes an applied retailer stamp for Asprey, a luxury retailer based in London. The overall layout of the dial is presented as being in a consistent, aged condition with some surface patina.
- Case and Design
- The Rolex Oyster Precision reference 6512, known as the 'Veriflat', is designed with a 34mm water-resistant Oyster case. The profile of the watch is notably thin, measuring approximately 6mm in depth, excluding the crystal. The case exhibits a symmetrical form, with the auction description noting the presence of clear hallmarks and visible factory finishing on the undersides of the lugs. The design is intended to provide a low-profile aesthetic while adhering to the technical standards of the manufacturer's Oyster cases.
- Visible features
- • Applied indices on the silver dial • Asprey retailer stamp on dial • Dauphine hands • Subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o'clock
- Provenance and Condition
- The vendor characterizes the current condition of the piece as strong, noting that it retains its original factory finishes on the lug surfaces. No specific service history or previous ownership details are provided in the source documentation.
Identification
- Reference
- 6512
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The exact production date remains approximate
- Research required: The extent of internal caseback engravings is not verified by provided images