A rare and highly sought-after Rolex Oyster Perpetual Chronometer Bubbleback, reference 6107, accompanied by its original presentation boxes, matching-numbers Rolex chronometer certificate issued by the Official Rolex dealer Universal Stores, Bahrain on 21st of September 1954. In addition, the watch is complemented by an earlier Rolex factory chronometer test certificate dated 13 January 1953 — a superb set of period documentation seldom seen with Bubblebacks today.

Housed in a 34.5mm stainless-steel Oyster Bubbleback case, the watch retains its original Super Oyster crown, a short-production feature made by Rolex for only approximately two years, now considered highly collectible. It is also fitted with its original Made In England Rolex Oyster riveted expandable stretch bracelet, accommodating up to a 7.8-inch wrist and adjustable within the clasp or by removing links.

This collectible timepiece has been serviced by a master horologist / Rolex-specialist watchmaker and is running well. Presented in good vintage condition throughout, keeping good time a wonderful example ready to wear, cherish, and enjoy.

One of the most elegant Rolex watches of the 1950’s era, this reference 6107 features a wonderful silver dial which has superb creamy patina with raised steel arrow markers featuring lume plots and triangular markers to the quarters, very similar to the early Explorer dials (which go for much steeper sums).

The Rolex reference 6107 is a transitional piece from the "Bubblebacks" that preceded the Datejusts and Day-Dates that came to follow. Featuring the traditional Rolex "Oyster" case shape.

Produced exclusively in the early 1950’s. The dial has aged steel lume filled arrow markers, steel ‘dauphine’ lume filled hands with a contrast steel blue lollipop centre seconds sweep hand. An exceptional calibre A296 movement which, predates the butterfly 1030 and is an improvement on the earlier 1930’s bubble back movements, with the addition of shock jewels and a better auto-winding mechanism. Part of the final production run of the reference 6107 Bubble Backs, this historically important circa 1954 would sit proudly in any serious watch collection

The ‘Bubble Back’ was the first completely watertight (when new) automatic watch developed by Rolex. It was named the ‘Oyster Perpetual’. The rounded case back was made to house the self-winding movement rather than the original Oyster case. This gave the name the’Bubble Back’. Rolex only produced the BubbleBack range in limited numbers from 1933 – to the early 60’s.

FACT: Bubblebacks, along with the rectangular Prince models, are the OGs of Rolex collecting. Back in the 1980s and 1990s a well-preserved Bubbleback would sell for far more than a steel Daytona, a situation almost unimaginable today. Collectors prized genuine rarity above contemporary sizing, allowing 32mm and 34mm watches to make serious money at reputable auction houses. The collapse in value of these watches in the 2000s means that you can start to build a collection of these rarities for a lot less money than you might think. – Prices are now on the rise after decades in the doldrums. The ‘Bubbleback’ represents one of the most significant leaps forward in the history of sport watches. The innovative case construction featured a screw-down crown and caseback, allowing for unprecedented water-tightness of the case. Alongside the now-ubiquitous Oyster Perpetual indication, the self-winding movement inside allowed the wearer to continuously tell time without having to regularly wind the watch.

The ref. 6107 dates to 1954 of the Bubble-back era but harnesses what makes these watches so special and collectible. The details here are reminiscent of the configuration Rolex utilized in subsequent years for the early "Explorer" models. The ‘dauphine’ hands really top off the look along with the raised Rolex coronet at ‘12’ providing a beautiful contrasting colour that is classy and fits the design so well. This adds to the overall look of the watch and makes the dial unique.

Further detailed information on these collectible early automatic wristwatches can be found in Dowling & Hess, Rolex, The Best of Time, Schiffer Publishing, 2006, pp. 77-107.

The Original Dial: Signed Rolex Oyster Perpetual Officially Certified Chronometer Swiss. The light silvered dial has aged gracefully with creamy patina. Featuring steel arrow markers with plots sitting behind and lume filled triangular markers to the quarters The periphery of the dial features an outer chapter ring with minute indices. Elegant and complete steel lume filled ‘Dauphine’ minute and hour hands contrast well with the rest of the dial. Contrasting steel blue lollipop centre seconds sweep hand. The dial has some marks commensurate with age and wear. Please observe photographs carefully.

The Original Movement: Signed Rolex Perpetual Swiss Made Patented, Vis Tirette Swiss Trigger Screw Patented Self Winding 2 Rubies numbered 13130. In any field, be it vintage wristwatches, period motorcars or antique fishing reels, there are definite classics that are universally acknowledged to be key units that are of the utmost historical significance. The movement in this watch, Rolex’s self winding movement, fits into this revered category perfectly, and is, without doubt, one of the most important mechanism that the company has ever created. In good condition keeping accurate time, was serviced by a Rolex specialist watchmaker.

The Original Case: Very clean with polished finish. Sharp lugs in great condition. Case is 34mm without the crown, 36mm with the crown, and 19mm between the lugs. Serial numbered 804*** between lugs at ‘6’ and numbered 6107 between the lugs at ‘12’. Engine turned bezel. Case has surface scratches associated with base metals commensurate with everyday wear and age. Overall solid condition given the age.

The Original Case Back Cover Inner: Signed Rolex Geneva Swiss Patented 6107. Period service markers present. In good condition.

The Original Case Back Cover Outer: Bubbleback milled edge cover has surface scratches and pitting associated with base metals commensurate with age and wear. Cover fits flush and screws without any issues.

Original Crown/Winder: Push and pull crown signed Rolex Super Oyster with the Brevet logo in relief. In good working order.

The Original Crystal: Domed Plexiglass is in good condition for age.

The Original Rolex Expandable Stretch Oyster Bracelet: Signed Rolex made in England. Has surface scratches and pin dents associated with stainless steel commensurate with age and wear. Bracelet accommodates up to a 7.8-inch wrist and adjustable to a smaller size within the clasp or by removing links.

*Please observe photographs carefully as they form part of the description*

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Reference : 6107

Movement : Self winding automatic

Specific Age : 1954

Case Size : 34.5mm

Case Thickness : 12mm

Lugs : 19mm

Strap Band: Oyster Riveted Rolex Expandable

Condition : Pre-Owned Vintage

Papers : Yes

Box: Yes

Serviced: Yes