Rolex Precision Reference 4583 On Gay Freres Bracelet Unpolished

The reference 4583 is one of my favorite time-only dress models from Rolex. In fact, it was a model I shared in a video interview with Crown & Caliber in 2017.

This watch dates to circa 1953. Its dial features a small crown and applied numeral at 12 (as well as at 6 o’clock), which is reminiscent of the Rolex “Padellone” reference 8171. The remaining hours feature applied dagger and pyramid markers also found on the more complicated Rolex. A unique distinct attribute is the leaf or “feuille” hands which are seldomly seen in Rolex models beyond this era. It is paired on a period correct Gay Freres Rivet bracelet from 1955.

The steel case is elegant on the wrist and appears to be unpolished. It measures 35mm in diameter by 43mm lug to lug. It features down-turned lugs with crisp bevels. It is powered by the manual-wind calibre 700.

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

PRICE: $18,000 (Item SBUXYT3287)