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Vintage Rolex Oyster Lipton WW2 Military Watch

■ STATUS: SOLD
THIS TIMEPIECE HAS FOUND A NEW HOME
LAST PRICE
$999.00
BRAND:
Rolex
MODEL:
Rolex Oyster
MOVEMENT:
Mechanical (Manual)
UNIT CONDITION:
Pre-owned - Good
YEAR:
1940-1949
CASE SIZE:
29 mm
CASE MATERIAL:
Stainless Steel
DIAL COLOR:
Beige, Cream, White
BAND MATERIAL:
Stainless Steel
WATER RESISTANCE:
Not Water Resistant
► SELLER'S DESCRIPTION
For sale is a remarkable piece of horological history: a genuine Vintage Oyster Watch Company Oyster Lipton from the World War II era. The Oyster Watch Company was owned and operated by Rolex, and during WWII, Rolex utilized the Oyster Watch Co. name to navigate tariffs and import restrictions in certain markets, particularly in the UK and Canada. Because of these regulations, watches were branded Oyster Watch Company instead of Rolex, even though they were manufactured using the same components, built to the same standards, and fitted with Rolex’s patented waterproof Oyster case. While the dial does not display the Rolex name, this is still a Rolex-built watch, making it a highly desirable and historically important piece. This example features the Oyster Lipton configuration and is powered by its original Caliber 59 movement. The watch is currently running smoothly and keeping accurate time. The watch has aged gracefully and shows signs of use and age consistent with a genuine WWII-era timepiece. The dial, hands, case, and movement are original, preserving its vintage authenticity and strong collector appeal. The original dial features luminous hands and Arabic numerals, delivering the classic vintage military aesthetic. The watch is fitted with an extremely rare NOS era-correct Bonklip style bracelet. Key Details: • Brand: Oyster Watch Company (Rolex-owned wartime brand) • Model: Oyster Lipton • Movement: Original Caliber 59 • Case Size: Approximately 29mm • Era: World War II (1940s) • Condition: Running and keeping accurate time; shows signs of use and age • Dial: Original dial with luminous hands and Arabic numerals • Bracelet: Extremely rare NOS era-correct Bonklip style bracelet Whether you are a vintage Rolex collector or a fan of historic military timepieces, this Oyster Watch Company Oyster Lipton represents an excellent opportunity to own a true Rolex-built watch from a fascinating chapter in watchmaking history. Ships carefully. Feel free to message me with any questions.

ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

Bezel Color:Silver
Number of Jewels:15 Jewels
Indices:Arabic Numerals
Vintage:Yes
Case Color:Silver
Department:Men
Caseback:Screwback
Watch Shape:Round
Style:Classic, Military, Sport
Features:12-Hour Dial, Luminous Hands, Small Second, Swiss Movement
With Papers:No
Type:Wristwatch
Band Color:Silver
Band Width:16 mm
With Original Box/Packaging:No
Display:Analog

► ARCHIVE FILE: ROLEX — BRAND HISTORY

Rolex shaped the modern sports watch through the waterproof Oyster case, Perpetual rotor, and icons like the Submariner and GMT-Master, making period-correct originality central to vintage collecting.

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