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Rolex Big Bubbleback 5031
This is another versions of the Big bubbleback. There are several generations of the so called Big Bubbleback namely :
Rolex 4467 ( from year 1945-1949) caliber 745, only in solid gold,
Rolex 5030 (solid gold) 5031 (Steel and gold) 5075, 6031 (from year 1949 - 1950) start of the bi color steel gold watches
Rolex 6075 fluted bezel, 6074 smooth bezel (from year 1950 - 1953)
Rolex 6104, 6105 (modified A296，from year 1951 - 1953)
Rolex 6304 , 6305 (A296，from year 1953 - 1956)
Vintage Rolex Bubbleback & Prince
Thanks for your kind words! Been collecting vintage watches since 1988. Times flies, almost 20 years and I am getting Old! The Rolex Prince & Bubblebacks used to be very popular :?? Left to Right: Patek Philiipe 0990, Prince Straight, Two Tone Prince Bran...
Vintage 1930s Rolex Prince
I really like the old advertisement showing the product shots : ) I was offered a rolex Prince Jump hour in 1988...but I couldn't afford : (...
Rolex Bubblebacks
One of my favourite bubblebacks..Different sizes, materials and dials. : )...
Max, may I have c loser look to this old Blue and Red GMT?
Which looks like a 6542? Nice trio there. What is the other sub? I don't see it very well... Best. Nicolas
Rolex Explorer II (different period and different dials)
There are slight difference in the shape of the crown with the earlier one having "rounder" crown and later narrower one.....
Very nice pair, Max!
Wow, 2 1655! You're a lucky guy! Thanks for sharing this nice pair. Are you olny collecting Rolex Watches? Best. Nicolas
Rolex Red Submariner
Just bought the stanless steel bracelt from The Rolex Center.....
Group Photos
Can anyone please teach me how to take photos of the watch without reflections? Sometime, I am able to get shoot of the dial but sometimes, it has lots of reflections?...
Rolex 6062
Rolex 6062 This message has been edited by maxbliss888 on 2010-03-08 23:47:47...
Rolex hooded Bubbleback ref 3064
Just added one Rolex Hooded Bubbleback ref 3064 with subsidiary seconds from 1938. ...
Rolex Square Bubbleback ref 4645
This is a Rolex Square Bubbleback ref 4645, 31mm in diameter. ...
Please be careful with Fake Rolex Bubbleback and handwind watch
The following are fake Rolex Bubbleback watches and a handwind watch. Beware! Pho ...
Rolex Moonphase Ref 8171
Even though the ref 8171 is a triple calendar moon phase watch, I would classified it as part of the Rolex Big Bubbleback collection as it was also using the full bubbleback movement with additional parts. The Rolex 8171 is 38mm in diameter and is a huge ...
Some observations....
1) You appear to be the type of obsessive individual I like. Why haven't we met? 2) Please tell me you are British. 3) Absolutely stunning set of watches....I love them. Fantastic. What a great way to start the day here...open that post and see those watc...
Well... that´s what I would call an "specialized" collection!...
... Wow, I´m really impressed! That´s an awesome collection, with many examples which tryly deserve an special presentation with much detailed photography! I specially love that Padellone, and 6062 triple calendar! Well not to mention the Prices and... Ok...
Collection
Thanks for your kind words. I am from Singapore and I have stated to collect vintage watches since 1988. During the early days, vintage watches are not expensive as many collectors focus on painting, porcelain and other real antiques. As such, I was able ...
superb
Thanks for sharing, great collection, these princes and pateks are breathtaking.
This is my only...
...vintage Rolex. 1941 Bubbleback: Well, I also have this 1980s Datejust that I don't think is quite old enough yet to classify as "vintage": And you can still see the family resemblance: ...
Rolex Prince Repair
Does anyone know where I can send a 1934 Rolex Prince to be overhauled in the U.S.? My home is in Southern California. Probably easier to find service in the U.K. Any help would be appreciated. Many thanks !
Rolex Prince
Sorry, I only know watch maker in Hong Kong... Just found a steel Prince.. ...
Baselworld
The newly renovated hall looks great! I was expecting to have a new Rolex Daytona but the changes are too subtle and small. Went to visit smaller brands such as Glycine airman watch as well as the independence watch makers were fun!
Maxbliss.....
You have an extensive and wonderful collection of vintage Rolex. It would be fantastic if you would tell us about the journey you have been on in this collection. What particular watches you have come to love and why? It would be fascinating to hear.
Rolex journey
My favourite watches are the Rolex Prince and the bubbleback from the early period. During the late 80s-90s, the Rolex sports watches were worthless and many collectors were going for the real vintage pieces. During weekend, we would gather at the old cof...
Rolex special bubbleback
I have always love the Rolex bubbleback. This is one of my favourite with 9 crowns instead of 1 with the bombe case This message has been edited by maxbliss888 on 2013-07-20 06:19:52 ...
Rolex Explorers + 6556 trubeat
This message has been edited by maxbliss888 on 2013-08-24 09:08:41 ...
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