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| Brand: | Rolex |
| Item Number: | 118779 |
| Nickname: | Rolex Bubbleback |
| Condition: (What's This?) | Vintage |
| Model Name/Number: | Oyster Bubbleback 2940 |
| Serial/Year: | 3XX,XXX - 1950's |
| Gender: | Men's |
| Movement: | Automatic winding, acrylic crystal |
| Case: | Stainless steel w/ polished bezel (31mm) |
| Dial: | Silver w/ Arabic hour markers |
| Bracelet: | Complimentary leather strap strap |
| Box & Papers: | Bob's presentation box, Certificate of Authenticity, and warranty card |
| Comments: | This vintage Bubbleback is in working Grade and comes w/ Bob's 3-day satisfaction guarantee. |
By Paul Altieri
The Rolex Bubbleback is credited as being the first official Oyster Perpetual timepiece, which included a waterproof Oyster case as well as a Perpetual movement with self-winding technology. Its feature set is characterized by a rounded case back that was developed to make room for the movement itself. The barrel-shaped case also includes broader lugs and a distinct dial, which is set with the Mercedes hands that are more commonly found on sports watches today. Dating back to the 1950s, this ref. 2940 is a precursor to the brand's immensely successful line of sports watches that were to follow in just a few short years. As an older pre-owned Rolex, the Oyster Perpetual 2940 also features an acrylic crystal, broad Arabic markers, and a dial and luminous material that have aged over the years and add tremendous character to the overall watch.
Click To Expand*All Pre-Owned Rolex watches are guaranteed to be 100% genuine and certified authentic. All watches are shipped to fit the average size wrist (7 1/4" - 7 1/2" for men and 6 1/4" - 6 1/2" for women). Additional links can be purchased if needed.
