Rolex Datejust Turn-O-graph Thunderbird Ref. 1625 Steel & 14k Gold 36 mm 1978

The Rolex Thunderbird, nicknamed after the US Air Force flight demonstration team popularized by collectors so much so Rolex later adopted the name into their advertisement of all their Turn-O-Graphs. The engraving of the bidirectional bezel on this Turn-O-Graph reference 1625 is beautifully preserved, retaining sharpness. The champagne dial contains an ever slight patina around the crown logo, and features gold raised baton markers accented with a black centre, and gold hands with lume. All lume plots remain full and plump. The Rolex two-tone Oyster bracelet is clasped with Rolex logo buckle and is powered by an automatic movement. In wonderful condition, the 36 mm size is a nice middle ground for many wrist sizes.

Wonderful condition, tiny pitting on side of case.

Original dial, hands and crown.

Case measures 36 x 44 mm, 12 mm thick case.

Acrylic crystal.

Rolex caliber, automatic movement. 

Serial 5384xxx

Rolex Oyster steel/14k gold bracelet fits 7 inches.

End pieces 458J.

20 mm lug width.

Modeled on 6 inch wrist.

This Rolex Turn-0-Graph watch has received a recent timing and a new gasket by our watchmaker, it keeps time and is ready to wear and enjoy. Guaranteed original, please ask all questions before you buy.