Oyster Royal Chevron dial mid size ref. 6444 1963 The 5512 was the chronometer-rated

The 5512 was the chronometer-rated brother of the 5513

This Mk1 example is in lovely condition - the case is really strong having had a recent clean up – it looks incredible

The dial has applied hour markers with black enamel on the top and has interesting white and black hands

The dial in this watch is in stunning original condition with a gentle patina on the plot lume dots

- Oyster bracelet 78363 with 480 end links

Oyster Royal Chevron dial mid size ref. 6444 1963 The 5512 was the chronometer-ratedIntroducing the Rolex Oyster: the origin of the entire Rolex legacy. The first Rolex models, named Oysters, featured an innovative three part case design where all components screwed into each other. The fluted bezel, a signature element, was designed to screw down into the top of the case, securing the crystal with a gasketcomplemented by the grooves on the oyster case back. Now, it all makes sense, right? The Oyster became Rolexs introductory model