Why This Watch Matters The perfect less-is-more Rolex - No self-winding movement, no problem, we can wind our own mainspring. And check out this silvery-grey dial. The Full Story The Oyster Precision is one of the most straightforward watches Rolex has ever built. The watch is truly about representing the essentials only, with no added distractions. This example is fitted in a 34mm stainless steel case with a smooth bezel, so it actually wears a little larger than its measurement might seem. The dial is classic, with a silver sunburst finish and a satin touch, along with baton markers for precise legibility. In person, the dial comes across with a steel, grey hue. One thing that's great about the dial is the full, round lume plots with a creamy color that match the handset and the subtle "T SWISS T" indication at the bottom of the dial. And let's not forget the symmetry allowed by the lack of a date window. This example is fitted with a classic and comfortable Rolex Oyster bracelet. It's a watch you could wear daily without ever getting tired of it, featuring a timeless design with attractive and well-balanced simplicity. A fun fact about this model is that it shares the same reference number as the rare and highly sought-after Rolex Commando. The Fine Print Maker: RolexModel: Oyster PrecisionReference: 6426Year: 1980Case No: 6452796Material: Stainless steelDimensions: 34mm diameter; 10mm thicknessCrystal: PlexiglassLume: Yes, tritiumCaliber: Rolex, manually-wound, caliber 1225Bracelet/Strap: Rolex, stainless steel, folded-link Oyster ref. 78350 bracelet with 557 end links (7.25in / 184mm)Lug Width: 19mmBox/Papers: No What We Love And What You Should Know Things We Love: - Stunning grey dial tone- Simple, symmetrical look- Flatter, well-wearing Oyster case Things To Know: - Scratches on case and bracelet This Rolex is in excellent, honest overall condition. The case is strong with scratches and few light nicks. The underside of the lugs shows some scratches from the bracelet. The bezel has a small fracture on the nine o'clock side. There is some very minor pitting between both sets of lugs but the numbers are clearly visible. The dial is in great condition with a very light patina overall. The lume plots are all-around full, with an attractive patina. There is some more noticeable patina on the dial near the lume plots. The lume in the hands has developed some patina. The hour markers and hands have developed patina. There are some scratches on the crystal. The bracelet is a slightly later addition, dating to 1983, and is in good condition with light scratches and light stretch between the links. The dial, crown, case, movement, and bracelet are all signed by Rolex. This watch was photographed on a 175mm/6.9inch wrist.
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