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Rolex 6538 big crown with gen 1030 movement

luca ross

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So here I am stating the obvious: Kilo is a pro and true gentleman and it’s a pleasure to deal with.

Super patient and always willing to discuss details and changes - oh that Lollipop second hand ;-) the nuance of the color of hour markers and hands... the degree of patina and aging of case and glass...

It took nearly like a childbirth LOL but it was worth the wait selecting one by one each and every piece.

More pics on the wrist and different lights below

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Kudos Kilo and again thanks!


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luca ross

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Also forgot to mention the color of the bezel insert.

Depending on the light - whether direct or not - natural or artificial, it turns into a beautiful oxford/midnight blue or dark indigo or black.


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bc1221

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There a beauty!

I had no idea there was a gen dial that looked like that because one popped up on eBay auction Labor Day weekend and had 0 bids with 24hrs left. I tried to find a gen example (I don’t know much about big crowns) but couldn’t find one that looked like it.

It was pretty beat up but It was a gilt 2 liner with heavy serifs and auction was still at $300 when it was sold. I figured it was a rep bc I couldn’t find a gen one. Now I want to punch myself because I could have had that dial!

How is that movement? Been thinking of getting a vintage, cheaper movement for a vintage datejust build.

Dammit!


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GiulioPapi

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This is probably the best 6538 i have ever seen!

Your work are AMAZING Kilo :)
 
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