What's Selling Here - July 11, 2025

By Charlie Dunne

Rolex Ovettone Oyster Perpetual 6075 Non-Luminous in 18k YG

We are thrilled to offer this Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 6075 “Ovettone” with the rare non-luminous dial. The Ovettone means large egg in Italian and these models are appreciated due to their larger 36mm proportions with elongated lugs. It features a roulette date wheel.

These models are very uncommon and special watches from the 1950s.

The case is a 699,XXX serial dating to circa 1950. The case is 18k yellow gold.

It does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well and keeping great time.

Rolex Black Dial Zenith Daytona Reference 16520 P Serial Full Set Unpolished

This Rolex Zenith Daytona Reference 16520 dates to 2000. It features a P serial number, the final run of the reference 16520 and a rare find. There were also some P serial reference 116520 examples made with powered by the in-house Rolex automatic calibre 4130. The subdials are incredibly attractive. The case and bracelet appear to be unpolished. It features an AB date code from circa 2000 and is original to the watch.

There have been collector conversations that an estimated 200 - 300 Zenith P were produced in a several month window before the updated reference and movement, but only Rolex and God can confirm!

For those looking for an amazing Zenith Daytona, this is the one!

The watch comes with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.

Rolex Floating Big Red Daytona Reference 6263

This Rolex Daytona reference 6263 is a very attractive watch which features the floating “Big Red” dial. This watch is from circa 1985 with a serial number in the 8.7 million range. This dial is slightly earlier for the case serial and was likely swapped at some point. The dial is super attractive, and someone will be very happy with the overall aesthetic.

The case is lightly polished, but is strong. The case measures 37mm in diameter. It is paired on solid link Oyster bracelet with I date code (circa 1984).

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It just passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.

Patek Philippe Travel Time 5524G-001 w/ Certificate of Origin Unpolished

This Patek Philippe Travel Time 5524G-001 is a spectacular complicated timepiece. The white gold case is unpolished. The condition is outstanding. It measures 42mm in diameter. It is powered by the calibre 324 S C FUS.

It does not come with box. It does come with the Certificate of Origin. The watch was sold in 2017. We do not know the service history of this watch, but it is running well.

Rolex Submariner Ref. 1680 Unpolished

The Rolex Submariner is one of the great sports watches and for great reason. This reference 1680 dates to circa 1978 with a 5.4M serial. The case appears to be unpolished. It is folded link Rolex bracelet with C date code dating to 1978 and is likely original to the watch.

To learn more about the Rolex Submariner, you can watch my ‘Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex Submariner’ video and read the corresponding article.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well and keeping good time. It recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.

Rolex Explorer II Ref. 1655

Rolex introduced the Explorer II reference 1655 for use by spelunkers (cave diving) and speleologists (cave researchers) where the use of a 24-hour hand is important for the wearer to be able to differentiate between night and day. These watches also have the nickname ‘Freccione’ meaning ‘big arrow’ in Italian and are sometimes falsely called the “Steve McQueen” despite no evidence he ever owned or wore one. A slow seller when initially released, the reference 1655 has gained a cult following due to its unusual and distinctive design. The reference 1655 is one of the references I am asked most often to find for collectors.

This example has been polished case. It dates to circa 1979 (6.34 million serial number). It features the automatic calibre 1575 made by Rolex. The bracelet is an F date code (circa 1981).

It does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history of this watch, but it is running well. It recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.

Seiko Golf Pocket Watch Unpolished

This Seiko Golf watches are extremely cool and uncommon models from the 1960s. We believe the case is unpolished. It measures 43mm in diameter. If I saw someone playing with this on their golf bag, I would worship!

It does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Tudor Submariner Reference 76100 Unpolished

This Tudor Submariner reference 76100 is a very cool watch example. The case appears to be unpolished. The watch dates to circa 1984. It features the lollipop hand. The hour hand has been relumed.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.

Benrus Type I Class A Unpolished

The Benrus Type I Class A wristwatch is one of the iconic US Military issued watches and is beginning to develop a cult following over the most recent years. The watch features fixed spring bars - the top fixed spring bar was replaced with a standard spring bar. The asymmetrical case remains unpolished (albeit a few scratches from its time in action). It measures at 43mm in diameter and 15mm in thickness.

The watch dates to November 1975. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. The watch does not come with box and papers. It recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.

OMEGA Speedmaster Professional 105.012-66 Unpolished

The Omega Speedmaster was introduced in 1957, initially created for drivers in automotive racing. However, it would reach iconic status by eventually reaching spaceflight qualification by NASA amongst several of the highest grade chronographs of its era.

This is a very cool reference 105.012-66. The watch dates to circa 1966. It is powered by the iconic calibre 321, which was recently re-released and garnered great reception and excitement from a large portion of watch collectors.

It is paired on a rare newer 1450 bracelet with 808 end links from the 1980s

To learn more about the Omega Speedmaster, you can watch ‘Reference Points: Understanding The Entire Lineage Of The Omega Speedmaster’ video I made with Ben Clymer in 2015 (and corresponding article).

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history but it is running well.

Rolex Zenith Daytona Reference 16520 White Dial

This is a very attractive example of a Rolex Daytona reference 16520 with a white dial. It has a S9 serial dating it to circa late 1997. The “Zenith Daytonas” have appreciated significantly the last few years as people respect the modified Zenith El Primero movements that Rolex used for their first automatic Daytonas starting in 1988 until circa 2000.

It measures 40mm in diameter (46mm lug-to-lug). The case has been lightly polished.

The bracelet has a Z date code dating to circa 1997.

This watch does not include a box or papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.

A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia 1815 Reference 206.032 in Rose Gold

This A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia 1815 reference 206.032 is a great contemporary dress watch from the leading German watch manufacturers. The rose gold case has been lightly polished and measures 35.9mm in diameter. The watch is very slim, with a height of 7.5mm. It comes on the original strap and platinum buckle.

The watch does not come with its original box and papers. We do not know the service history but it is running well.

Rolex Transitional Matte Dial GMT-Master Reference 16750 Unpolished

The Rolex GMT-Master reference 16750 was introduced in circa 1979 with a production run until circa 1988. These models feature the calibre 3075 which improved upon the ref. 1675’s movements with a higher vibrations per hour at 28,800 and quickset date function.

This is an epic example. The watch dates to circa 1984 with an 8.2M serial. The case appears to be unpolished. The bezel has a striking blue and a very cool red. The luminous hands and dial have a nice patina.

It is paired on a Jubilee bracelet with H4 date code dating to circa 1983 and is original to the watch.

To learn more about the Rolex GMT-Master, you can watch my ‘Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex GMT-Master' video and read the corresponding article. You can also read our comprehensive article ‘Collector's Guide: The Rolex GMT-Master Reference 1675 In Steel’.

This watch does not come with box and papers. The service history is unknown, but it is running well. It recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.

Vulcain Cricket Reference S2312B Gold Plated NOS W/ Box

This is a super cool Vulcain Cricket paired on the incredibly rare original bracelet. The massive case measures 41mm lug-to-lug, with a diameter of 38mm (excluding the crown). These models will exclusively feature the calibre MSR S2, a manual wind alarm calibre that operates in the same manner as the calibre 120. If you purchase this watch, you will be watch twins with Eric (the most prolific Cricket collector) who has an example in steel!

It is in NOS condition.

To learn more about these awesome watches, read Charlie Dunne’s article ‘Undervalued: Oversized Vulcain Crickets’!

The watch does not come with papers. It does come with a box. The service history is unknown, but it is running well.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Ref E373 Breguet Numerals Power Reserve Unpolished

This is a fantastic vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre. The non-luminous dial is very attractive and features applied Breguet numerals. The watch dates to circa 1960s. The case appears to be unpolished. It measures approximately 34mm in diameter, 41mm lug to lug, and 16mm lug width.

This watch does not come with box and papers. The service history is unknown, but it is running well.

Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi Reference 16750 Unpolished

This Rolex GMT-Master reference 16750 is a very cool example. It dates to circa 1985 with a 8.65M serial. The dial has some spidering.

To learn more about the Rolex GMT-Master, you can watch my ‘Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex GMT-Master' video and read the corresponding article. You can also read our comprehensive article on the previous reference ‘Collector's Guide: The Rolex GMT-Master Reference 1675 In Steel’.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It recently passed a 5 bar water resistance test.

Rolex Datejust 16018 in 18k YG w/ Box

I absolutely love Rolex Datejusts. I recently wrote about them in our blog ‘Don't Sleep On This: The Simple Vintage Rolex Datejust’. I’m constantly amazed by the quality and differentiations of the dials that Rolex used in vintage Datejusts over the decades. I have found the Rolex Datejust to be one of the most versatile watches a person can have.

This 16018 is a special 18k yellow gold variant of the model. The watch dates to circa 1978 and features a 5.66M serial. The case measures 36mm in diameter and is paired on a leather strap. The case has been lightly polished.

It does not come with papers. It does come with a box. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 6085

This is a super cool Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 6085. It dates to circa 1952 with a 761,XXX serial. The case has been polished. It measures 34mm in diameter. It is paired on a C&I stretch Rivet bracelet for Rolex dating to 1965.

We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It does not come with box and papers.

Universal Geneve Pocket Watch Unpolished

This Universal Genève pocket watch is an amazing timepiece dating to the 1960s. The case is unpolished and measures 40mm in diameter. The case is very cool and similar to the disco volante models of the era. It is powered by the automatic microrotor movement. The dial is very attractive and features dauphine hands.

It does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Universal Genève Tri-Compax Reference 12268 in Yellow Gold Unpolished

This Universal Genève Tri-Compax reference 12268 is an incredible timepiece. Its 18K yellow gold case appears to be unpolished. It features incredible horn style lugs. The dial is a beautiful non-luminous two-tone champagne. The case measures 37mm in diameter by 47mm lug to lug. The watch dates to the mid-1940s.

For those looking for an absolutely incredible complicated UG, this is an incredible timepiece.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.