1803, ‘Non-Luminous, Doorstop’ Dial Day-Date, White Gold 25594ST this was the first mechanical

this was the first mechanical wristwatch ever to boast jumping hours and minute numerals

18038 Day-Date with a spectacular Onyx dial

a 36mm reverse panda dial chronograph which is something of a cult classic today

When placed on the top of a dresser or table

only made more practical with a reserve indication

1803, ‘Non-Luminous, Doorstop’ Dial Day-Date, White Gold 25594ST this was the first mechanicalA 1966 ref. 1803 in white gold with desirable doorstop indices and a pie pan soleil dial. The dial and hands of this example are entirely non luminous; Rolex frequently made no lume dials for import to certain countries with restrictions on radioactive materials in the 60s, often Eastern countries. Its 8385 bracelet is also one of the earliest examples to feature the concealed President clasp. The entire aesthetic is discreet opulence, about as subtle