Rolex bubbleback (1945) hallmarked in London for 1929

hallmarked in London for 1929

So this was a prestigious watch within the Omega line and this would have been reflected in the premium price it sold for

so it can be set to the exact second

nor polish the crystal - I doubt this watch has been worn more than a handful of times

Rolex bubbleback (1945) hallmarked in London for 1929This is one of the watches that the Rolex brands stellar reputation was built upon. The watch embodies two of the developments which Rolex perfected: the waterproof case and the automatic winding mechanism. The waterproof watch case was a priority for watchmakers ever since the watch moved from being an object carried in the pocket, to an item worn on the wrist. On the wrist the watch is subjected to a far harsher environment than the cosseted pocket