Hairspring: Rolex "Padellone" Reference 8171 In Steel

Hairspring founder Erik Gustafson recently profiled Wind Vintage’s Rolex "Padellone" reference 8171 in the Vintage Finds section:

“Rolex does not often appear next to the word ‘complicated’. Rolex pride themselves on creating tools for professionals, however outdated that worldview may be in 2022. However, when Rolex do flirt with complication, the results are often breathtaking. In all their 117 years in watchmaking, only two Rolex references have ever featured a moonphase: the incredibly desirable 6062 (particularly with the Stelline dial) and this equally coveted 8171. Italians had the notable honor of naming most vintage Rolex references, courtesy of being first to the party, and played a hand in developing many markets. This, the 8171, is known as the ‘Padellone’ or ‘frying pan’ for its large yet very thin wrist presence. It is among the most highly collected Rolex references ever, for good reason.” 

Read the write up below:

https://hairspring.com/finds/vintage/8171-padellone-rolex-triple-calendar-moonphase/