Rolex Oyster Perpetual ‘Bombé’ Depth Dial in Yellow Gold – Ref. 6593

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 6593, produced in 1956, is a seldom-seen reference within the mid-century catalog. Cased in 14k yellow gold and defined by its sculptural Bombé lugs, it carries the restrained elegance that has long drawn collectors to Rolex’s dress-oriented timepieces. This particular example is notable for its matte ‘no-lume’ champagne dial. A clean, uncluttered dial that remains uncommon in the world of vintage Rolex pieces where as most pieces did feature luminous dials and handsets. Adding to its intrigue, the dial is signed with a depth rating, a detail typically reserved for sport models, and uncommon to find on these 50s Oyster models. The combination of these elements places the watch at a rare intersection of Rolex design language and we haven’t come across this particular configuration before. It is a reference that continues to resonate with those drawn to the overlooked corners of Rolex’s vintage production.

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Description

Why it stands out:
– No lume matte ‘depth’ dial.
– Bombé lugs.
– Flat sided Oyster case.
– Exemplary condition Cal. 1030.

What you should know:
– Superficial scratches (commensurate with age).
– Case has been slightly polished in the past.

General information:
The watch remains in honest well preserved condition with the most important and collectible aspect in striking condition, the dial. We find facetted ‘arrow head’ markers as hour indication along facetted dauphine hands. The textured dial along with the aesthetically pleasing serif depth writing gives the watch a close to its nature vintage subtle wrist presence.
The case shows some signs of a light polish yet remains its thick lugs and uncommon flat case side which we only find with a handful of references (as the vast majority of Oyster cases boosts a curved case edge).
The Cal. 1030 movement remains clean and runs with fine accuracy. Both the serial and reference number (137.xxx) are a bit vague yet legible with the naked eye. Later strap and buckle.

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Additional information

Manufacturer

Rolex

Movement

Automatic

Reference

6593

Caliber

1030

Dimensions

34mm

Material

14K Yellow Gold

Year

1956