Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1005 from 1966

Superb Rolex Oyster Perpetual reference 1005 crafted in steel and 18-carat yellow gold, accompanied by an impressive ‘set’ of original documents: Rolex warranty, COSC Chronometry Bulletin, and even the original purchase invoice from May 1968 in Buenos Aires, Argentina!

Featuring an exquisite dial, self-winding movement, and a two-tone Oyster bracelet, this model is rare and currently very much in style. Fully serviced by one of our expert watchmakers, this Oyster Perpetual, with its 34 mm diameter, is ideally suited for both men with medium-sized wrists and women.

Manufactured in 1966, this exceptional Rolex showcases a steel and gold Oyster case, a fluted yellow gold bezel, a stunning two-tone riveted bracelet, and is driven by the acclaimed and dependable Rolex calibre 1570, also utilized in the brand’s professional models.

Its cream-colored dial boasts a subtle horizontal brushed texture, a rare trait for Rolex dials, along with tritium luminescent hour markers that have developed a gorgeous patina. The straight-tipped gold hands were originally filled with luminescent material as well.

What truly transforms this timepiece into a coveted collector’s item is its complete set of documents. The owners preserved not only the original ‘punched’ guarantee in Spanish but also the Chronometry Bulletin from the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres (COSC), ‘punched’ too and dated December 1966, and even the original purchase invoice, documenting a sale on 17 May 1968 at Bellisomi Joyeros, an official Rolex retailer in Buenos Aires, Argentina!

In summary, this automatic Rolex with its clean lines and genuine vintage appeal, highlighted by the elegant combination of gold and steel, will appeal to both the enthusiast who wishes to wear it daily and the collector who is captivated by the rich history and documentation still accompanying it, nearly 60 years after its creation.