114 Rolex Historically Important and Collectible, Submariner James Bond, Automatic Wristwatch in Steel, With Black Gilt Dial, Reference 6536/1
Estimate: €25,000 – 50,000
Sold (Premium)€48,100
Model: Submariner
Reference: 6536/1
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel
Year: 1956
Movement: Automatic
Caliber: 1030
Case N°: 153087
Dimensions: 37.5 mm
Signed: Dial, movement and case
The lot here offered is one of the first and most famous references ever produced by Rolex, the 6536/1 also known as “James Bond” since the same specimen was worn by Sean Connery in one of the English spy’s movies of 1960. This reference and its brethren 6536 were in production for a short time between 1955 and 1959. Both feature the new caliber 1030 movement, cases without a crown guard and a 6 mm. crown. Ref. 6536 has a slightly thicker case and slightly smaller dial diameter than ref. 6536/1. Featuring the classic graduated black bezel, a mat dial with an elegant patina, the typical Mercedes hands and a beautiful Oyster bracelet, this 6536/1 is a piece of great charm. The case is crisp with strong lugs and nice factory finished bevels and the black dial is a pleasure to behold. A highlight for the connoisseur of rare timepieces, this Submariner is, furthermore, preserved in extremely appealing original overall condition.