Rolex Oyster Royal Ref. 6426
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1957
Maker / issuer
RolexThis Rolex Oyster Royal, reference 6426, is a vintage, manual-wind wristwatch dating to circa 1957. Housed in a stainless steel Oyster case measuring 34mm in diameter, the watch is designed as a functional timekeeping device, omitting complications.
The silver-colored dial features a satin surface, applied hour indices, and luminous plots that show even patination. Time is indicated by 'alpha' style hour and minute hands, complemented by a blued-steel central seconds hand. The timepiece retains its screw-down crown and water-resistant Oyster case construction. It is presented on a textured, stitched brown leather strap. According to the provided description, the case maintains symmetrical proportions with light signs of wear, and the dial components are described as fully intact.
This model serves as an example of the manufacturer's mid-century Oyster line.
Evidence at a glance
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- Photograph views
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- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 1957
- Type
- Manual-wind wristwatch
- Model
- Oyster Royal
- Case diameter
- 34mm
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Movement type
- Manually-wound
- Maker / attribution
- Rolex
Design
- Condition
- The auction description reports the watch is in strong overall condition for its age. The case retains its intended shape and features light signs of wear without notable damage. The dial remains well-preserved, with the luminous plots described as being fully intact and exhibiting even patination. The watch is currently paired with a non-original brown leather strap.
- Case and Dial
- The watch features a stainless steel Oyster case with a diameter of 34mm. The case design incorporates the screw-down structure associated with the Oyster line, including a screw-down crown. The overall condition is described as having thick, symmetrical proportions with light wear. The dial is finished in a silver satin surface. It displays applied hour indices paired with luminous plots. The handset consists of alpha-style hour and minute hands with matching lume, accompanied by a blued-steel central seconds hand. The dial is marked with the Rolex crown logo, the model name, and the text 'PRECISION' above the 'SWISS' indication at the bottom.
- Visible features
- • Applied indices on dial • Blued-steel central seconds hand • Luminous plots at hour markers • Screw-down crown visible
- Movement and Functionality
- The watch is powered by a manual-wind movement, stripped of additional functions to serve as a basic timekeeping instrument. This simplicity is part of the Oyster Royal's design, which emphasizes the water-resistant characteristics of the Oyster case over other complications. The watch functions as a straightforward time-only piece. Its construction relies on the sealed case architecture that defines the Oyster series, providing a water-resistant environment for the manual caliber contained within.
Identification
- Reference
- 6426
- 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 serial number is not provided in the source.
- Research required: Internal movement condition is not documented in photographs.