A rare and fine condition example Rolex steel and 14K rose gold “Hooded” bubbleback ref 3065 circa 1946. Featuring a 32mm diameter tonneau shaped 2 piece case with screw down smooth bezel, screw down case back, and screw down period correct rose gold Oyster Patent bubbleback crown. With a beautiful original 2 tone salmon subsidiary seconds sector dial with original aged lume. With color matched luminova mercedes hands. The case serial # of 513XX dates this model to 1946, in the early post WWII years when Rolex first began importing and distributing watches in the U.S.

Powered by self winding Rolex N/A movement with subsidiary seconds. Subsidiary seconds are more often found on earlier bubblebacks, with later models having sweep center seconds. The early sub seconds models are always a premium over the sweep seconds. In excellent running condition and offered with our 1 year warranty of accurate time keeping and operation. Offered with your choice of 17mm sport leather or dressy exotic skin strap.

The hooded bubblebacks are among the scarcest and most desirable of the 1940’s era bubbleback variations. Their desirability lead to the alternation of steel models with added hoods. The case back reference # of 3065, and the extended “tear drop” lugs confirm authenticity of this example. Beyond the stunning original dial, this example features an especially fine condition case that is not heavily worn or polished. Please note the substantial elevation of the rose gold hoods above the steel.

Your purchase includes our signature fine leather pouch, ideal for travel and storage, a $65.00 value.