Rolex Submariner 6205 Small Crown "First Submariner"The 1950s proved to be a defining era for Rolex, highlighted by the introduction of some of its most legendary models: the Submariner, GMT Master, Day Date, and Explorer lines. As scuba diving gained traction among adventurers and professionals alike, Rolex recognized the growing demand for a dependable dive watch to help monitor time spent underwater and reduce the risk of decompression sickness, also known as the bends. There was also a need for a

- Bracelet reference 62510H with 555 endlinks

The specific example we’re offering is a later R-series model featuring black surrounds on the hour plots

- Patek Philippe leather strap and 18 k yellow gold PP pin buckle

- Great Condition Gilt Dial

The steel case remains in excellent condition with a corrector button on the side for quick-setting of the date

39mm steel case

measuring 35 mm side to side (and 42 mm lug to lug)

- Gold-plated silver case 23x 30mm

This is a lovely example with classic silver text and the nice touch of the gilt minute track on the outer edge of the dial

classic golden silhouettes and will also work with modern watches

The watch is fitted with a Mk3 so-called ‘radial’ dial

The watch is fitted with a detachable five-link semi-integrated bracelet