1948 Rolex Vintage Mens Bubble Bubbleback, Ref. 5010, Stainless Steel - Very Fine & Rare 14K White Gold & Diamonds Dimensions: 30mm diameter (excluding crown)

Dimensions: 30mm diameter (excluding crown) by 38mm long lug-tip-to-tip

It is a true dark navy blue

The Chronomaster Sea Diver represents a moment in Swiss watchmaking when ambition mattered more than categories

Its untouched original dial is also in excellent condition and shows far less aging than on most examples

1948 Rolex Vintage Mens Bubble Bubbleback, Ref. 5010, Stainless Steel - Very Fine & Rare 14K White Gold & Diamonds Dimensions: 30mm diameter (excluding crown)Today's offering showcases this classic Ref. 5010 Bubbleback made circa 1948 Named "Bubblebacks" by watch collectors, due to the heavily domed case backs needed to accommodate the large automatic movements, these were Rolex's first Oyster Perpetual (waterproof and automatic) watches. Housed in one of Rolex's watertight Oyster cases, this wristwatch originally offered its owner protection against water, dust, and perspiration. Inside the rugged case