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Your 6200 is a hell of a Watch. Still have some scans from you for my Big Crown topic, which I may post before the end of this year...
Best, my friend.
Nicolas
This 6205 is just superb.
As for the 6200, yes, this is a dream to live, and better, to try to achieve...
In fact, I love all these no crown guard Subs... From the 6200, to the 6204, 6205, 6536 and 5508, without forgetting the 6538, the 5510 and the Tudor Sisters, 7922 Small / Big crown, 7923 and 7924.
Best, my friend.
Nicolas
Question
That had for you has now been answered. 
Enjoy 6200. Its an Icon in Rolex history.
Enjoy 6200. Its an Icon in Rolex history.
Hi guys, this is my little brick .....
about 6200 with SUBMARINER on the dial, a rarer version than the one without it.
And by the way, on my wrist today. ;-)
Regarding which one was "the" first, I agree with Baron.
6204 was presented at Basel 1954 as the first Submariner on the market by Rolex, is a fact, but 6200 followed after few month on the market too.
Also 6205 has case serials earlier than 6200 though.
Despite this chronological history, in my opinion 6200 concept (and manufacturing) is earlier than 6204/6205 (950.xxx/6204 - 22.xxx/6205 and 6200 are 32.xxx numbers)
In any case we are talking about few months.
It's also a fact that already in 1954 some 6200 (not 369 dials) were tested by some French divers on Moana Expedition in French Polynesia, it's logical arguing that those watches were manufactured at least in 1953, and even before planned.
Another testing procedure is from Rolex and Underwater Research of Cannes in 1953 but this fact is still unclear.
In my opinion 6204/05 and 6200 were planned all together in a very little timeframe by Rolex and only the factory market policy for that time (the "tool watch" concept was almost unknown in the latest '40ies) has ruled the moment so that those models were introduced on the market.
I hope this helps. ;-)
This message has been edited by Peppo on 2013-09-19 00:26:36
This message has been edited by Peppo on 2013-09-19 00:27:56
And by the way, on my wrist today. ;-)
Regarding which one was "the" first, I agree with Baron.
6204 was presented at Basel 1954 as the first Submariner on the market by Rolex, is a fact, but 6200 followed after few month on the market too.
Also 6205 has case serials earlier than 6200 though.
Despite this chronological history, in my opinion 6200 concept (and manufacturing) is earlier than 6204/6205 (950.xxx/6204 - 22.xxx/6205 and 6200 are 32.xxx numbers)
In any case we are talking about few months.
It's also a fact that already in 1954 some 6200 (not 369 dials) were tested by some French divers on Moana Expedition in French Polynesia, it's logical arguing that those watches were manufactured at least in 1953, and even before planned.
Another testing procedure is from Rolex and Underwater Research of Cannes in 1953 but this fact is still unclear.
In my opinion 6204/05 and 6200 were planned all together in a very little timeframe by Rolex and only the factory market policy for that time (the "tool watch" concept was almost unknown in the latest '40ies) has ruled the moment so that those models were introduced on the market.
I hope this helps. ;-)
This message has been edited by Peppo on 2013-09-19 00:26:36
This message has been edited by Peppo on 2013-09-19 00:27:56
Peppo...
....I think you summarise well what i believe as a core theory. And by the way....
wow! What a beautiful example.
Yes, I have heard of a handful of examples like yours....no more than 4 or 5 I believe. Fantastic!
Thanks for adding your little brick but big crown, Peppo.
Your 6200 is a hell of a Watch. Still have some scans from you for my Big Crown topic, which I may post before the end of this year...
Best, my friend.
Nicolas
This could be my only vintage Rolex!
Wonderful watch! It has everything: big crown, 369 gilt dial, rarity and beauty!
It brings back fond memories of my 6205, unfortunately long gone...
If only I knew you before you let this one go!
This 6205 is just superb.
As for the 6200, yes, this is a dream to live, and better, to try to achieve...
In fact, I love all these no crown guard Subs... From the 6200, to the 6204, 6205, 6536 and 5508, without forgetting the 6538, the 5510 and the Tudor Sisters, 7922 Small / Big crown, 7923 and 7924.
Best, my friend.
Nicolas
Ah, the stupidty of youth!
But it was only 6 years ago... :-(
Incidentally it went to a dealer in Paris. So maybe you cross its path one day! Good luck!
re-correct the error
Did you try and re-locate the watch?
I am sure if you want it hard enough you could find the watch again and buy it back-.
Although of course the prices have moved since 6 years but its worth a try!
Edmond
I love your "dream"!
Such a powerful watch!
Happy to been able to see this one in the real!
Best
Blomman
What is my dear friend Nicolas hiding? was the first thing I thought...
... when I viewed the first picture of your post.
Then... Wow!! Big Crown+3-6-9 dial!!
What else? (using George Clooney famous words)
Fantastic watch my friend, and a wonderful presentation, followed by a most interesting discussion with Marcelo and Baron theories about which reference came first.
As with many things Rolex, there are a lot of misteries, unanswered questions, and theories, all of them making for the charm of this beloved Brand.
I enjoyed so much reading and viewing this thread my friends!! Thank you so much for sharing the timepiece, your experience and knowledge!
Un abrazo Nicolas!
Best cordial regards, Abel.
Then... Wow!! Big Crown+3-6-9 dial!!
What else? (using George Clooney famous words)
Fantastic watch my friend, and a wonderful presentation, followed by a most interesting discussion with Marcelo and Baron theories about which reference came first.
As with many things Rolex, there are a lot of misteries, unanswered questions, and theories, all of them making for the charm of this beloved Brand.
I enjoyed so much reading and viewing this thread my friends!! Thank you so much for sharing the timepiece, your experience and knowledge!
Un abrazo Nicolas!
Best cordial regards, Abel.
A big surprise, isn't it?
This one goes straight on the top of my dream list.
I fear I am hooked with no crownguard Subs... Small or Big crowns.
They have something very special. An undisputable elegance.
Un abrazo, Dexter!
Nicolas
Wow!!! This is a WATCH
I love it. Thank you so much for sharing this with all of us true vintage fans. I would love to see one of the Rolex Vintage Submariner 6200 watches or even a 6204. Pretty awesome. happy wearing.
Paul Altieri
Paul Altieri