OysterQuartz

Rolex | Ref. 17000

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Not only is the design exceptional compared to other Rolex models, but the installed quartz movement also sets the watch apart from all others. After more than 5 years of development, the watch was introduced in 1976. At that time, everyone thought quartz movements were the future. As we know, things turned out differently. And because they turned out so differently, only around 25,000 units of all Oysterquartz model variants were produced by 2001.

The watch is in very good condition. The edges are sharp and have not been polished down. There are slight superficial signs of wear, but no scratches or dents.

The patina on the dial and hands is fantastic.

The bracelet has hardly stretched and also shows slight signs of wear.

In 2021, a service was carried out by Bucherer. The receipt is available.

Inside is the 5035 quartz movement, which oscillates with a rate deviation of ONLY around 1 minute per year. The average battery life is around 3 years.

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OysterQuartz

Specifications

Serial number
6-Mio Series
Year
1979
Case
Steel
Strap
Steel Oyster Bracelet
Crystal
Sapphire crystal
Diameter
36 mm
Dial
Silver Dial
Orig. papers
No / Service documents
Orig. box
No / AoT box
Caliber
5035, Quartz
Warranty
1 year
Condition
Very good

Multiple checks performed, freshly serviced, fully functional. Guaranteed.

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