6605

Both using gilt dials, both from the 1950s... The ref 6605 often comes with a fluted bezel but this one is a smooth one… the early Rolexes often don’t conform to the strict rules…

This is a Rolex 6605 Datejust in 18k gold with the single Swiss, pie Pan dial and early Dauphine hands. This is the generation before the Rolex 1601, 1600, 1603. Many has mistaken the 6605 to be the first series Big Bubbleback as it resembles the earlier

This is a Rolex 6605 from the year 1957, Q2. Basing on the model number, the Rolex 6605 was only produced from 1956-1959 before it was being replaced by the 1600,1601,1603. This is one of the classic Pre Modern Datejust, which has the overall look and fee

After seeing all the new offerings at sihh I decided to go old school Re 6605 crisp case and bezel. Lovely dial and dauphin hands. Heart shaped markers. What's not to love