This is a charming early Rolex Explorer II reference 1655, circa 1972. What I really love about this watch is the Mark I dial. The all original lume on the dial as well as the hands has turned a beautiful creamy pumpkin color. This watch also displays the early straight seconds hand. The case does have surface wear from normal wear of a 50 plus year old watch. The watch even comes on its original folded oyster link bracelet with date code inside the clasp. I love it when we find nicely worn all original vintage watches that truly represent the wonderful history of Rolex Sport watches.

This is a lovely Rolex stainless steel Datejust circa 1967. This watch was born with a blue dial and has turned a tropical purple color, also known as the Purple Rain dial. There are some missing lume plots but the overall look of the dial is special. The stainless steel case is strong and the fluted steel bezel is also sharp. This little gem comes on a folded jubilee link bracelet.

This is a beautifully worn Rolex RED Submariner Date, reference 1680 circa 1970. The original Mark V dial is pristine with beautiful creamy lume that match the original lume of the hands. The stainless steel case has been lovingly worn. This vintage beauty is powered by an caliber 1570 automatic movement. The watch has been fitted with a later 1985 heavy oyster flip-lock clasp bracelet.

Rolex introduced the Oyster Perpetual in the 1950's. The reference 6532 is an early model Oyster Perpetual. The watch we have here is stamped on the inside case back 6532 1.1958 and is an exceptional example What I love most about this watch is the all original black bullseye dial with gold gilt writing and gold applied markers. It is very rare to find this watch with a black dial, usually we see this model with a light dial. This vintage beauty is powered by a caliber 1030 automatic movement.

This is a very crisp two-tone Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust from 1978. The case is unpolished and even has the original green Rolex sticker on the case back. The fluted bezel is super sharp and the bracelet no stretch. The silver dial is pristine with all lume plots totally intact. This watch is powered by the famous 5035 quartz movement.

This is a lovely all original Rolex Submariner no Date Reference 5513 circa 1974. The nicely faded original bezel gives this watch a fantastic vintage look. The matte black dial is all original with gorgeous lume that matches the original lume on the hands. The case of this watch is super strong with normal wear for a watch of this age. The watch comes on the original Rolex steel rivet oyster band with dated clasp.

This watch being offered here is referred to as the UFO because of its disc shaped case. The Reference 9083 was only offered in Great Britain and only ran for a few years in the mid 1950's. This watch is stamped 1958 inside the case back. Aside from the disc shape of the case, the integrated bracelet was ahead of its time. You did not see many integrated bracelets on watches until later in the 60's and 70's. This watch is a manual wind precision powered by a Caliber 1210 movement. The textured honeycomb original dial on this watch is pristine and the dauphine hands add to the look. This watch has classic mid-century lines that is still popular today.

This is a beautiful silver gilt dial Rolex Date reference 1500 circa 1967. The original black dial with silver gilt writing is in excellent condition. All lume plots are intact. The stainless steel case is sharp and the Rolex stainless steel rivet oyster bracelet has barely any stretch. This classic Rolex is powered by an automatic caliber 1570 movement.

This is a white dial Rolex Explorer II reference 16570 from 2003. This watch comes complete with its original inner and outer box's and Rolex papers. The stainless steel case is strong and the original oyster bracelet does not show any stretch. The Polar white dial is pristine.

This is a lovely 18kt white gold Rolex Day-Date reference 1803 from 1968. The solid white gold case is nice and strong with a crisp fluted bezel. The original silver dial is pristine with all original lume plots intact. This automatic watch is powered by a caliber 1556. This watch comes on a Rolex strap with Rolex tang buckle. I love the look of 1803's on straps.

This is a wonderful full set Rolex stainless steel RED Submariner Date from 1970. This watch is all original with a pristine dial. The Red Submariner dial is gorgeous with all original creamy lume that matches the original creamy lume of the hands. The case of this watch is super strong but I do believe has been polished in its lifetime. This beauty comes complete with its original box, papers, booklets and hang tags. Great complete set, which is so hard to come my these days.

This is a lovely little ladies vintage Rolex stainless steel Oyster Perpetual from 1966. The silver tone dial is all original and in excellent condition. The stainless case is strong and the stainless steel rivet oyster bracelet is super tight. This little beauty is powered by a caliber 1160 automatic movement. We are always selling wonderful men's vintage watches and we are very happy to offer this great ladies vintage watch!

This is an all original black dial Rolex Daytona Cosmograph ref. 16520 from 1997. The stainless steel case is in excellent condition. The all original black dial is pristine with Daytona written in Red. This vintage Rolex Cosmograph is powered by the famed Zenith automatic movement. The collectible Daytona comes on its original stainless steel oyster bracelet.

This is an all original Rolex Cellini King Midas reference 4126 circa the late 1970's. The solid 18kt yellow gold asymmetrical case has an elegant hobnail finish. The crown at 9 oclock is flush to the case. The champagne dial with applied markers is simple and understated. A feature about this asymmetrical Rolex that is so neat is its original Rolex band which is also asymmetrical and tapers down to fit the original solid gold Rolex crown.

Here we have a very neat asymmetrical Rolex King Midas Cellini with a rare burl wood dial. The reference of this watch is 4126 and it is from the late 1970's. The burled wood dial is pristine with gold gilt writing and applied hour markers. The case looks to be unpolished with a super sharp hobnail top finish. The winding crown is flush to the case and it located at the 9 hour marker. This manual wind beauty comes on its original Rolex brown asymmetrical strap with original yellow gold Rolex buckle.

This is an incredible example of an 18k white gold Rolex Quartz Day-Date Presidential reference 19019 circa 1980s. The watch case is unpolished, and the band has no stretch. This particular Day-Date comes with a beautiful blue color dial which we don’t see very often. This model typically comes with a silver dial. The combination of the blue dial, white metal and immaculate condition makes this watch quite rare.

This is a lovely 18kt yellow gold Rolex Datejust double signed dial with Tiffany & Co. The condition of the dial is just gorgeous with Tiffany & Co. prominently written on the dial. The case of this watch is strong and does have a lovely engraving on it from a Grandfather to his Grandson. This watch is powered by a caliber 1570 automatic movement.

This is a nice and clean Rolex stainless steel and yellow gold Oyster Perpetual Ref. 14233 from 1991. This watch comes complete with its original box and papers. The watch has an X serial number which dates it to 1991 but was original sold in 1995 when the papers were dated. The watch is super clean and looks to be unpolished. The gold even has patina on it. The champagne dial with applied gold slash markers is crisp with a small flaw above the Rolex signature. The timepiece comes with its original box and papers.

This is a classic Rolex 18kt yellow gold Day-Date circa 1980. The gold tone dial with applied gold Roman numerals is pristine with all lume plots all intact. The Day window displays the day in Spanish. The case on this watch is super strong with all hallmarks clearly visible. We believe the watch to be unpolished with very light surface scratches from normal wear. This timepiece is fitted with a sapphire crystal and yellow gold fluted bezel. Great classic Rolex Day-Date.

Here we have a MINT Rolex Stainless Steel Daytona Cosmograph from 2003. This watch is an F-Serial number which dates it to 2003 with the automatic Rolex in house movement to power it. This watch is unpolished with original green Rolex stickers on the case back. The condition of this watch is exceptional. The black dial with Daytona written in Red is pristine as well. They don't come much better than this.

Here we have a very chic Rolex 18kt white gold Day-Date reference 1803 circa 1960. Always nice to find an 1803 in white gold as we normally find them in yellow gold. The condition of this watch is excellent. The case is very strong with the hallmark visible on the on the lug. The original white gold presidential bracelet has a little stretch to it. The original silver dial is pristine with outer tracking and applied slash markers. The white gold fluted bezel is sharp and makes the dial pop.

This is an early gilt dial Rolex Explorer I reference 1016 circa 1965. The shiny gold gilt dial is all original and has wonderful creamy tone lume. The hands have been color matched to the dial and look like perfection. The case on this watch is super strong and retains its integrity. The watch has its original domed acrylic crystal and comes with its original rivet stretchy oyster bracelet with date code inside the clasp. This is a beautiful looking early gilt Rolex Explorer I.

This is a gorgeous all original Rolex Submariner No Date reference 5513 circa 1983. The all original lume on this watch dial is a creamy tone which matches the original lume on the hands. The case of this watch is unpolished with normal wear for a watch of this age. The heavy oyster band with flip lock clasp is original and has the correct date code inside the clasp. The original sales receipt dated March 1984 accompanies this wonderful vintage Rolex.

This is a fully complete Rolex Explorer II Reference 1655 circa 1980. The all original dial is pristine with a lovely color original lume. The case and bezel of this watch are also in very good condition. The watch comes on its original heavy Rolex oyster bracelet and is powered by a caliber 1570 automatic movement. This watch comes complete with both its original box's, instruction booklet and Rolex papers.

This is a Rolex Oyster Precision in 9kt yellow gold circa 1960, made for the English market. This watch has all the English hallmarks as it should. The engraving on the case back says' To Keith Love Mum-Dad', which is also a very English way to refer to a mom. The watch is all original with a beautiful ivory dial with applied markers. The dial does have some aging to it which accentuates the vintage look. The 9kt stretchy oyster rivet bracelet is nice and tight and original to the watch. The bracelet also has the English Rolex hallmarks. This watch comes with its original Rolex box and papers.

This is a gorgeous Rolex 18kt yellow gold Datejust from 1995. The original black dial with gold gilt writing has applied slash markers with all original lume. The solid yellow gold case is crisp as well as the bezel is sharp. This beauty is powered by a caliber 3035 automatic movement.

This is an unpolished and incredible condition Rolex 18kt yellow gold Date Ref. 15038 circa 1980. The case has never been polished, has a large amount of patina on the side and retains is original Rolex sticker on the case back. The white Roman dial with applied gold markers and perfectly intact original lume is pristine. This beauty is powered by a caliber 3035 automatic movement. This watch looks like it came out of the Rolex factory yesterday. The watch comes on a nice suede strap with solid yellow gold Tang Rolex buckle.

This is a gorgeous and super well preserved Rolex 18kt Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date circa 1980. We believe this watch to be unpolished; all the hallmarks are super crisp on the lugs, there is patina on the watch as well as there are remnants of the original green Rolex sticker on the case back. The champagne dial is pristine with all original lume plots in perfect condition as well as original lume on the hands. This little beauty is powered by a caliber 3035 automatic movement.

This is a very well-preserved Rolex stainless steel and yellow gold Datejust with Thunderbird bezel circa 1968. The black original dial with gold gilt writing is in excellent condition. The stainless steel case is strong and the yellow gold Thunderbird bezel is even stronger. The bezel is super sharp which is very nice as these Thunderbird bezels usually are polished down over the years. This beauty is powered by a caliber 1570 automatic movement.

This is a gorgeous all original Rolex 18kt yellow gold Daytona Cosmograph circa 1993. This watch looks to be unpolished but nicely worn and even retains its original green Rolex sticker on the case back as well as patina on the gold. This S-Serial number watch has the famous Zenith Daytona movement inside and dates to 1993. The original black original dial is pristine and has Daytona prominently written in Red. This collectible Rolex comes on its original 18kT yellow gold heavy oyster link bracelet with flip lock clasp.

Some believe the Rolex Explorer I BLACKOUT to be the rarest sapphire crystal Rolex. The very first version of the Rolex Explorer I reference 14270 released in 1990 is called the BLACKOUT. The glossy black dial has 3,6,9 numbers which are filled in with black enamel. Rolex only made the reference 14270 this way for approximately 1 plus years. You will only find BLACKOUT Explorers with E or X serial numbers. This particular watch has an X serial number. The condition of this piece is outstanding with original hang tags and papers.

This is an unusual and all original Rolex 18kt yellow gold Day-Date reference 18308 circa 1987. This watch features a bark finish bezel and bark center links on the Presidential bracelet. The bark bezel also features 12 round cut diamonds. The original shiny gilt black dial features round and baguette cut diamond markers. This watch really has a WOW value.

This is a beautiful Rolex Oyster Cosmograph reference 6265 circa 1970. The all original Sigma silver dial with 3 black registers is very clean and has a great look. The stainless steel bezel is sharp and the case strong. This manual wind oyster cased watch is powered by a Caliber 727 manual wind movement. This watch comes on its original dated Rolex stainless steel jubilee bracelet and comes with its original Rolex box and dated papers.

This is a beautiful early Rolex Explorer I reference 1019, circa 1967. The Mark I dial with Frog Foot coronet is in excellent condition. The original lume on the dial has a nice creamy tone. The lume of the hands match the dial but could possibly be relumed. The case of this watch is super strong and dated inside the case back. This great example Explorer I comes on its original dated stainless steel rivet oyster bracelet.

This is a very rare white gold Rolex Day-Date reference 18039 from 1987. This beauty has a very hard to find original Rolex burled wood dial. The dial is out of this world gorgeous. It is pristine with applied white gold markers. You can see the grain in the wood.... just gorgeous. It is very hard to find Rolex burled wood dials inside white gold Day-Dates. It is more common to see them in yellow gold watches. The case of this beauty is also very nice and strong. The original white gold Presidential bracelet has very little stretch. We are super excited to offer this fabulous watch here on Matthew Bain Inc.

This is a rare automatic Rolex reference 1530 from the 1970s. Typically this model comes in quartz and to find the automatic version is quite rare. Usually this angular case houses the Rolex Oyster Quartz, however Rolex produced a limited number of this case with the automatic caliber 1570 movement. The unpolished case of this watch with its integrated bracelet and beautifully patinaed sunken original dial is superb.

They don't get much better than this all original watch. This is an excellent example of a 1977 Rolex Submariner Reference 5513 with the very rare Pre-Comex Dial. The dial is a beauty with original cream tone lume which also matches the original lume on the hands. The Pre-Comex dials are most similar to the 5513 and 5514 Comex dials and are distinctive by the coronet/crown being a bit wide and smushed at the bottom like the Comex coronet. The case on this watch is as nice as the dial. Very strong with all facets on the lugs still present. This watch comes on its original folded oyster link Rolex stainless steel bracelet with flip lock clasp.

This is an 18kt yellow gold Rolex Datejust Reference 1601 circa 1970 with a gorgeous white Buckley Dial. The crisp white dial with large black Roman numerals is a stand out. All lume plots are original and fully intact. The original black hands with original lume contrast beautifully again the crisp white dial. The case on this watch is strong with a sharp fluted yellow gold bezel.

This is a rare Rolex Explorer II reference 16570 circa 2010. This reference is one of the last 40mm Rolex Explorer II's made which has the scrambled serial number inside the engraved bezel. This rare watch also has the upgraded caliber 3186 automatic movement. The condition of this watch is exceptional. The original shiny black dial is pristine with all original hands. The case is nice and sharp as well. This rare beauty has its original Rolex hang tag with reference and serial numbers.

This is a Rolex Explorer I reference 14270 circa 1995. The case on this watch is super strong with its original green Rolex sticker on the case back. The black shiny tritium dial with applied 3 6 9 markers is all original. This watch comes on a Rolex stainless steel heavy oyster link bracelet with flip lock clasp. This beauty also comes with its original Rolex guarantee papers.

This is a highly attractive Rolex Datejust in stainless steel and pink gold, circa 1969. It is very rare and hard to find a two tone Datejust in pink gold and steel. Usually you find them in yellow gold and steel. The silver dial is pristine with applied markers. The stainless steel and pink gold Jubilee bracelet is original to the watch. There is some stretch to the bracelet from normal wear. This rare beauty is powered by an automatic caliber 1570 movement.

This is a lovely Rolex stainless steel Datejust with all original white Buckley dial circa 1981. The white dial with large black Roman numerals is pristine with all original lume plots all totally intact. The black hands pop against the white dial and large black Roman numerals. The stainless steel case is strong and the steel fluted bezel sharp. This collectible Rolex Datejust comes on its original heavy oyster stainless steel bracelet. Always nice to find vintage watches with original papers.

This is a beautiful Rolex Submariner Date reference 1680 circa 1977. This watch is super clean and all original. The original Mark I dial is pristine with gorgeous lite cream lume. The case is very strong and retains its integrity. The rotating bezel is original but missing its pearl. This beauty comes on its original heavy oyster flip lock bracelet. This is a very nice example of a Rolex 1680 Submariner Date from the 1970's.

This is an incredible Rolex stainless steel Airking with original black dial from 1981. The condition of this watch is nearly NOS. The case has never been polished and the case back still retains the original green Rolex sticker. The black dial on this beauty is pristine. All lume plots are original and totally thick and intact. This watch is powered by a caliber 1520 automatic movement and comes on its original Rolex stainless steel heavy oyster bracelet.

This is a lovely vintage Rolex stainless steel Submariner James Bond reference 5508 from 1959. The black shiny 100 meters first dial with gold and silver gilt writing is all original. There is spidering on this 4 row dial which is common to see in shiny dials from this age. The hands on this vintage watch have been color matched to the dial. The stainless steel case of this beauty is super strong. The watch comes on its original stainless steel rivet oyster bracelet.

This is a very nice Rolex "Kermit" Submariner Date from 2006. This watch is nicknamed the Kermit because of the green rotating bezel. The overall condition of this watch is excellent. The case is strong and the dial is pristine. The green rotating bezel has a wonderful green hue. This watch is powered by a caliber 3135 automatic movement.

This is an incredible Rolex Daytona Oyster Cosmograph reference 6265 in 14kt yellow gold circa 1977. The case on this 14kt yellow gold watch is super strong and crisp. The original champagne dial with 3 black registers is pristine with all lume plots intact. This beauty is powered by a manual wind caliber 727 movement. This watch comes on its original 14kt yellow gold rivet oyster Rolex bracelet.

This is a great Rolex Oyster Precision circa 1973. The original blue-grey dial has a great vintage look with applied gold markers. The two tone case is sharp but has been polished in its lifetime. The two tone folded oyster link bracelet is tight with barely any stretch. This little beauty is powered by a manual wind caliber 1225 movement. Great vintage Rolex for a great price!

This is a gorgeous all original Rolex Submariner reference 5513 circa 1970. This watch has a pristine dial and all original lume on the dial and hands. The case on this beauty looks to be unpolished, just a little worn from normal wear. Overall this really is a fantastic example of a no nonsense Rolex 5513 Submariner. This piece even still has its original plastic doomed crystal. The crystal does have some scratches on it but we kept it as we love the original doomed crystals. This watch comes on a rivet oyster Rolex bracelet with a 1973 date code inside the clasp.

This is an unusual Rolex stainless steel and yellow gold Datejust circa 1977. The original taupe Buckley Dial with white writing is hardly ever seen. The large Roman numbers standout against the unusual taupe colored dial. The stainless steel case is super strong and the yellow gold fluted bezel makes the dial pop. This Datejust comes on its original steel and yellow gold Jubilee Rolex bracelet that shows slight stretch.

This is an early Rolex Daytona Cosmograph reference 6239 circa 1967. This watch has the well balanced BIG Daytona script original dial and original 300 bezel. The silver dial with 3 black registers is pristine with all lume plots intact. This watch is powered by the famous Caliber 722, 17 jewel manual wind movement. This early Rolex Daytona comes on a dated rivet oyster link Rolex bracelet with 71 endpieces.

This is a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Ref 16520 in New Old Stock Condition. This unworn example has the original caseback sticker and buckle tape intact. It includes it’s original outer, box, inner box, booklets, hang tags, additional links (were removed at time of purchase) and guarantee certificate dated March 1995 from Rolex New York. It also includes a card from Rolex explaining that this was delivered as an accommodation to a Rolex employee. Powered by the iconic Zenith cal 4030, this would make an amazing addition to any collection.

This is a gorgeous early Rolex Explorer I Ref. 1016 circa 1961. The original glossy gilt dial with chapter ring is in beautiful condition. These early Explorer I's with these types of dials are very hard to come by these days. The case is strong but has been polished in its lifetime. The inside of the case back has the reference 1016 as well as the date stamp.

This is a collectible Rolex stainless steel Datejust ref 16000 circa 1980. The original white Buckley Dial with large Roman numbers is pristine with all lume plots intact. The original black hands that match the dial, also have original lume which has aged to the same color of the lume on the dial. The case on this watch is super strong and has a crisp smooth steel bezel. This watch comes on an original Rolex stainless steel jubilee bracelet.

We here at Matthew Bain Inc. just love Bubblebacks! They are where it all began for Rolex and automatic movements. We love to find gorgeous 1940's Bubblebacks with original roman dials like this one. These types of dials in original condition are hard to come by these days. The hands on this watch have been relumed many years ago and have a great vintage look. The case is crisp for a watch of this age.

Rolex two-tone Oyster Quartz reference 17013 circa 1984. What makes this watch special is the white Buckley dial with black roman numbers and matching black hands. The dial is all original but does have some normal aging on it. The case of this watch is super strong and the yellow gold fluted bezel is crisp. The watch comes on its original two tone Oysterquartz jubilee bracelet. This beauty is powered by a caliber 5035 quartz movement.

This is a beautiful example of a Rolex Sea-Dweller, Ref. 1665, from 1981. The original Mark IV dial on this watch is in excellent condition with pleasing lume markers and matching hands. The case on this piece is strong with the normal surface wear. The watch comes on a heavy Rolex oyster flip-lock bracelet with diver’s extension.

This watch is the highly sought after 1950's Rolex Reference 6075 Semi- Bubbleback, otherwise known as an Ovetone. The watch has a large 35mm diameter case with a nicely rounded case back to fit in the the early automatic movement. This watch is an Officially Certified Chronometer. The watch is two tone, having a stainless steel case with 18kt yellow gold engine turn bezel. The original aged dial has applied gold dagger numerals and a date aperture with a roulette date wheel. This is a fantastic vintage automatic Ovetone.

This is a lovely Rolex Metropolitan dress Watch. The case is round with an engine turn bezel. The silver tone dial is all original and does have some aging on it. The watch is powered by a caliber 454 manual wind movement. The case of this watch is strong and the Rolex markings are still visible on the back case. This watch comes on a Rolex lizard band with 14kt yellow gold Rolex buckle. This is a great dress watch for a man or woman.

This is a classic Rolex Date reference 1500 on a rivet oyster bracelet. Complete with box and papers.

This is a rare version of a Rolex automatic watch from the 1940s. There is a manual wind version of this watch which is called the Athlete, but this automatic form is quite rare. It has a cylinder style case with the same automatic movement as the Rolex bubble back. It has a beautiful original dial with applied Roman numerals. What makes this watch even more unique is the fact that is come with the original box, papers, timing certificate, and tons of documentation about the original owner who was a Master Sergeant in the U.S. Army. See below for details. List of items. Rolex Watch Ref 3548 on a bracelet decorated with Eagle Wings owned by R.J. Vanevenhoven a World War II pilot. Original Box Chronometer Certificate & other paper work from Rolex Sterling silver Air force Officer's Broach Sterling silver Ring with Air Force emblem Sterling silver I.D. Bracelet incribed by his wife Maxine. Venevenhoven's Pilot's License dated July 6th, 1944 AAF cloth chart His Short-Snorter chain of International bank note Milwaukee Newspaper dated February 4th, 1944 U.S. Army magazine and various other paraphernalia.