When it comes to Rolex chronographs, there is the replica Vacheron Constantin watch legendary if not slightly over-hyped Daytona (aka the watch the nobody can get but everybody has), and then there are the pre-daytona chronographs from the 1950's(see one posted here).What we have today is something from an entirely new category, we're calling it the pre-pre-Daytona chronograph.This very small (29mm) stainless steel chronograph ispushing 70+ years old and is unlike any Rolex we've ever seen.This particular piece has a 17 jewel movement that is signed by Rolex and functioning perfectly.It also has "a multi-color tach scale and original hands,"
which only add to the value of this watch.We love the replica Louis Vuitton watch big Rolex crown, which tells us this may have been designed for a pilot, as large crowns of this day were typically made that way to be set while wearing pilots' gloves.This watch represents something really special, and even if you don't have the $28,000 this dealer is asking for it, it's still worth a look.Click here for the details. Hodinkee in Antique, Chronograph, Pre-Pre-Daytona, Rolex, Rolex Pre-Daytona, Vintage Wednesday, July 9, 2008 at 11:47AM
A veritable “Eleanore,” this late 50’s replica Breitling watches chronograph is a dream for many watch collectors.It is the predecessor of some of the most legendary and desirable watches ever produced, the Rolex Daytona’s, which remain as hot as ever 40+ years after introduction.This pre-Daytona Rolex chronograph is certainly expensive, but considering what this watch represents, we think it’s worth it.Click the picture for the auction link.Hodinkee in Chronograph, Rolex, Rolex Pre-Daytona, Vintage Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at 10:03PM
