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Rolex ref. 1530
The angular, integrated bracelet steel case of the Rolex ref. 1530 was originally designed for the Oysterquartz. In 1975, before introducing the Oysterquartz, Rolex produced a limited number of ref. 1530, housing the chronometer-certified, caliber 1570. This model was discontinued shortly-after, in 1977, upon introduction of Rolex's quartz calibre. It’s estimated that less than 1,500 examples of the ref. 1530 were produced.
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Rolex ref. 1530
The angular, integrated bracelet steel case of the Rolex ref. 1530 was originally designed for the Oysterquartz. In 1975, before introducing the Oysterquartz, Rolex produced a limited number of ref. 1530, housing the chronometer-certified, caliber 1570. T...
There are many available on C24
and prices have become more reasonable than during the Covid years.
I think so too.
I'm not at all into Rolex, but I think the Oysterquartz case was really nice.
That is a good looking watch,
and that is from someone who DOES NOT like integrated bracelets.
So your appreciation means even more, obviously!
I wonder why it isn't more sought after.
Wow, what a nice and very rare Rolex Reference!
I would love to add one to my collection but it is hard to find a good one, most available ones have overpolished cases or dials that have seen better days...