1946 Rolex Vintage Mens Ref. 3372 "Luxury Model" Bubbleback Watch - 14K Rose Gold

1946 Rolex Vintage Mens Ref. 3372 "Luxury Model" Bubbleback Watch - 14K Rose GoldToday's offering showcases this "Luxury Model" Bubbleback made circa 1946. Marketed by Rolex as its top of the line bubbleback model, the Luxury Model was most expensive bubbleback of its time originally costing 865 Swiss Francs in the 18K version. As the first Rolex to ever feature the combination of a engine turned bezel, three piece case, and perpetual designation, it possessed both high fashion and functionality. Rolex sold all Luxury Model

Timing: Timed on a state-of-the-art computerized Microset III watch system

They have a timeless yet distinctive vintage aura

better than near mint with toning of the luminous

It features an elegant "knot lug" case

The mens full size Santos showcased in today's offering features a stainless steel case with 18K bezel

The watch is fully Omega down to the dial

Case number is still legible

A coin-like fluted edge enhances the watch's styling and the simple hands keep the focus on the beauty of the coin

the Deep Sea

Note that the blue markers on the dial are navy blue - not the bright blue that the photos suggest

Case markings (outside): 10K Gold filled bezel

The original silver dial has slightly darkened