Inherited Old'ish Rolex - Model Reference 6098

[demontec]

Hey guys,

I have been recommended by someone that you may be able to help.

This used to be owned by my grandfather and was passed down to me through my parents and onto me.

The serial number is 846590 which I think indicates it was made between 1952 & 1953? The reference number is 6098 and it is a Rolex Super Oyster Perpetual. I am not 100% that's where the super word goes but hey ho.

It has not been serviced for at least 10 years and I doubt very much if my grandad serviced it when he wore it on a daily basis. It is one of the watches that poweres itself from movement so it has ben sat in a drawer not ticking. It kicks in though when I pick it up and shake it.

The watch is not in great condition but obviously means alot to me. I would like to have it serviced and maybe even restored? Does anyone know the sort of cost for this?

Also does anyone know of an estimated value for it? Just so I know ifI need to have it listed seperately on my insurance.

A pic. sorry for the poor detail:

http://premium1.uploadit.org/ollyjones//IMG_0735.JPG

Any help, suggestions of where to get it serviced, and estimated costs would be greatly appreciated.

[harb]

Hi,

Welcome to TURF!

That's a great heirloom you have there and looks in fairly reasonable shape.

I'm no vintage expert but what you have there is the precursor to the Explorer, made before the Everest climb in 1953 that made these watches famous, so is an important watch in Rolex history.

The Super Oyster refers to the crown (may be marked as such) - this system was only used for a year due to poor water-resistance.

A similar watch sold for £3750 GBP in 2007.

Not knowing where you are located makes it difficult to give a suggestion as to servicing etc but, without doubt, you should get it done, cherish it and hand it down to future generations as it has been handed down to you.

[sub]

Very nice looking vintage piece.

[demontec]

Thanks guys,

I really didn't know it was worth so much.

I live in Woking, Surrey so do you know of and can recommend me someone near by that could perhaps do the service? Also do you have a sort of estimated cost for the service?

[harb]

Send a PM to Mike Wood or jedly1 - these UK guys know a little bit about vintage pieces...

[demontec]

Send a PM to Mike Wood or jedly1 - these UK guys know a little bit about vintage pieces...

Thanks, Have messaged both.

[david platt]

I'm absolutely nuts about those delta markers.

To me the dial on that watch is everything.

Don't know but should one be cautious about having that dial cleaned

I wouldn't want someone thinking it was a re-dial.

Now I kick myself once again for not buying one when I had the chance.