What is Oysterdate?

December 8, 2021 at 4:48 pm. The reference 6694 is an Oysterdate model, which means that it should have the date at 3 o’clock and an acrylic crystal that is flat (somewhat box-shaped), with Rolex’s signature cyclops magnification lens over the date.

Is Rolex 6694 worth buying?

Although it was originally marketed as a men’s watch, the Reference 6694 is actually an ideal unisex timepiece. Its stylish yet simple design also appeals to people who are not typically fans of the Rolex look.

Is Rolex Oysterdate precision waterproof?

The watch is fitted with a heavy gauge, stainless steel, Rolex Oyster model 78350 bracelet which is in excellent, crisp condition. As part of this watch’s service it has been pressure tested for water-resistance for depths up to 100m.

How do you wind a Rolex Oysterdate precision?

To wind the watch manually, unscrew the winding crown completely, then turn it several times clockwise. (Turning in the other direction has no effect.) A minimum of 25 turns is required for adequate partial winding. The watch will then be wound automatically as long as it is worn on the wrist.

Why is it called a Datejust?

To celebrate the firm’s 40th Anniversary in 1945, Rolex produced reference 4467, an Oyster Perpetual with a date complication, and they called it The Datejust.

What year is the Rolex 6694 from?

Reference 6694 is a classic vintage Oyster model that Rolex first introduced in 1959. The present example is relatively early in the model’s production run and is date stamped for the year 1965.

What year is vintage Rolex?

So, What is a Vintage Rolex? For the sake of argument, we’ve decided our own definition of a vintage Rolex is one made before 1979—and it is as good as any. The late 70s/early 80s were certainly fascinating times for the mechanical watch industry—those manufacturers that were left anyway.

Can I wear my Rolex in a hot tub?

Tempting though it may be, wearing your Rolex in the shower or hot tub is not advisable. Obviously its not the depth here that’s the problem, but rather the heat. Extreme temperature inversion, as you would experience walking into a sauna or jumping into a Jacuzzi, can hasten the deterioration of your watch’s seals.

Can a Rolex go in the ocean?

All Rolex wristwatches are waterproof to depths of at least 100 metres for Oyster Perpetual models, and 50 metres for the Cellini model. Some Oyster watches can withstand depths of 1,220 or even 3,900 metres.

Can you Overwind a vintage Rolex?

Today, Rolex designs its watches so that you cannot overwind them no matter how much you wind. The winder simply disengages once it reaches max wind. However, have in mind that it has not always been like that. This means that it is possible to overwind an older Rolex watch that does not have this technical feature.

Do all Rolex watches have Swiss made on the face?

Almost all Swiss watches have “Swiss Made” or “Swiss,” sometimes surrounded by Ts, at six o’clock on the dial in small font. This may be hard to see with the naked eye. Every part of a Rolex is made in-house, so it should not have any parts that are not made in Switzerland.

How long can a Rolex go without winding?

There is no need to wind a Rolex if it is worn daily. As you move your wrist throughout your day, the Perpetual rotor transfers energy to the watch, providing a constant and stable power source. When you take it off and set it aside it can retain its charge for up to 70 hours, depending on the model.