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Rolex 1939 Gents TT

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June 23, 2013, 21:25
Chris Abell
Rolex 1939 Gents TT
I just picked this up I was told its a 1939 looks 7J marked Rolex on ratchet wheel (haven't pulled the dial or anything yet) can anyone confirm it is a early Rolex, seen any other examples sold etc, any information welcome
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June 23, 2013, 21:25
Chris Abell
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June 25, 2013, 09:10
Tom Brunton
Hi Chris: The case is signed W&D,which is Wilsdorf and Davis the founders of Rolex Wink
June 25, 2013, 10:55
Chris Abell
Thanks Tom that's a good bit of information to have. Smile

Chris


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June 25, 2013, 12:06
Tony Dukes
Chris,
I sure hope you will post pics of this watch once you get it all cleaned up.
Tony
June 26, 2013, 17:15
Ernest C. Barnes
Chris, the movement has the configeration of a Rebberg Rolex. I would say yes it is a Rebberg Rolex , seven jewel version.
June 27, 2013, 07:14
Chris Abell
Hi Tony, its a friends if I can find out a rough value he may have it cleaned, after Ernest gave that "Rebberg" ref I have been able to find all kind of information on the net.

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