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Offered here is a very interesting vintage Rolex cushion-case wristwatch dating to 1937, featuring a genuine Rolex movement housed in a British-made Meteor case.This is an unusual piece of Rolex history from the period when Rolex watches and movements could be supplied/imported into different markets and subsequently fitted into locally produced cases.The caseback is clearly stamped:METEOR
BRITISH MADE
GUARANTEED 10 YEARSThe watch features the classic vintage Rolex styling of the period, including the Rolex signed dial, Arabic numerals, cathedral-style hands, and distinctive cushion-shaped case.Important originality information* Genuine Rolex movement
* Rolex-signed dial
* British-made Meteor case
* Case is NOT being represented as a factory Rolex case
* Caseback is correctly marked Meteor / British Made / Guaranteed 10 Years
* Approximately 1937
* Vintage cushion-case configurationThis is a particularly interesting watch for collectors who appreciate the history of early Rolex watches and the unusual ways watches were assembled and sold in different markets during the 1930s.Condition:The watch shows age and wear consistent with an approximately 90-year-old vintage timepiece. The case has surface wear and patina throughout, while the dial remains very attractive with its original vintage character.Please examine all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description.This is a vintage watch and should not be considered waterproof or water resistant.I recommend having the movement professionally serviced before relying on it for regular daily wear, particularly given its age.Please note: This is a vintage, collector-grade watch and is being sold based on the components and condition shown in the photographs. The British Meteor case and genuine Rolex movement are clearly disclosed above.A very cool opportunity to own an early Rolex movement in an unusual British-made cushion case with a fascinating history.Please study the photos carefully and feel free to ask questions before purchasing.
