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AED10,011
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AED7,395
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AED10,881
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Speedking ref. 4220
AED5,223
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Raleigh majestic radium military dial vintage fine and rare steel - WWII
AED10,424
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AED8,424
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AED11,099
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Speedking Rolex Oyster Speedking - Ref. 6431 - 31mm Vintage
AED7,839
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AED9,471
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[Flaw] Serviced Vintage Oyster 6480 Manual 34mm cal.710 c.1957 #1375
AED6,242
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Royal scooped inverted bezel - fine & rare vintage beige tropical patina - serviced
AED11,730
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Vintage 1943 Rolex Royal Oyster - WWII Era
AED9,403
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Precision Good condition
AED12,770
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fine and rare vintage wwII - "Wellington dial" radium two - tone dial
AED9,989
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Precision Silver Dial S/Steel Rivet Bracelet 36mm 6423 (1966)
AED9,503
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Vintage 36mm Silver Dial Stick Oyster Manual No-Date Watch Ref 6424
AED11,284
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Oyster Speedking 30mm Ref. 6420 Year:1957 Stainless Steel
AED11,099
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Royal Shock Resisting
AED6,311
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vintage - WWII big oyster crown - Solar Aqua Canadian Market
AED9,989
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Speedking Ref.6420 vintage watch 1961 manual winding Cal.1210
AED8,609
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Precision Big Oyster
AED14,486
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fine and rare "Papillon" two-tone tropical dial - junior Sport flatback
AED9,989
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Oversize White Dial Ref. 3675 Year 1954
AED119,462
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Precision Referenza 6427
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Just serviced Lovely patina Great condition for age
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6427 | 34 mm | 1973 | Silver Dial | Steel / Leather | 1 year Warranty
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36 mm Oyster Precision Ref. 6424 Handaufzug 1957 oversized ETUI no hole Stahlband
AED14,755
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6424 Jumbo
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Essex - watch military dial - Canadian allied forces World War II - serviced
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PRECISION REF.6424 vintage 1965 Jumbo 20mm Lugs Cal.1215 SERVICED
AED13,082
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Veriflat Ref. 6512 Year 1955
AED77,133
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Precision Ref. 6424 Oversize - 1960's
AED14,363
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Precision 6423 Arrowhead Dagger Dial Watch
AED14,110
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Junior Sport Ref.2280F 1940 original Box sehr gut Vintage
AED9,558
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Precision Rolex Oyster Precision Recently Serviced Box Included.
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Extra Prima 1930’s Gents Vintage Cushion Watch 32mm Patina Serviced
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Date Rolex vintage ref. 6094
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Royal big crown - fine and rare vintage tropical dial patina flatback-serviced
AED13,036
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Speedking
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Speedking 10kt Yellow Gold Original Rare Dial
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Serviced Vintage Oyster 6427 Manual 34mm cal.1220 c.1967 #1385
AED8,843
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6424 Manual winding Steel Fair
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Royal Ref. 6427
AED12,605
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EVEREST ARMY Ref.3139 Mint Super Edge Case
AED23,356
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Speedking midsize oyster ref 6420
AED15,238
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Precision Prima fine and rare - Steel cushion case . Vintage vainilla dial
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Rolex Oyster - The OG of All Modern Rolex Watches

The Rolex Oyster was the first watch from the Geneva-based manufacturer to feature the water-resistant Oyster case, and almost all modern Rolex classics are based on its design.

As Waterproof as an Oyster

The Rolex Oyster celebrated its premiere in 1926 and owes its name to the special construction of its case, which consists of a middle section with a screw-down back and bezel, and a crown with a screw thread, all of which – just like the mollusk for which it was named – hermetically protects the watch against the ingress of water and dust.

To this day, Rolex equips almost all of its watches with an Oyster case. In this sense, all Rolex watches belong to the Oyster family, except for timepieces in the Cellini and 1908 collections.

Which models belong to the Rolex Oyster collection?

The Oyster collection includes the original Rolex Oyster, Oyster Royal, Oyster Speedking, and Oyster Precision. What all these watches have in common is that they are vintage timepieces powered by manual calibers. Another common feature is their relatively small size by today's standards, ranging from 22 to 36 mm, making them perfect unisex watches.

The differences between each series are subtle. The Rolex Oyster Royal, for example, was one of the first wristwatches to feature a central seconds hand, while the Oyster Speedking has a rather sportier look. The design of the Oyster Precision, on the other hand, is very similar to that of modern Rolex watches like the Oyster Perpetual, Datejust, and Day-Date.

What's the Rolex Oyster made of?

Older models of the Rolex Oyster from the 1930s and '40s are primarily made of yellow or rose gold, while more modern versions, especially the Oyster Precision, are usually made of stainless steel.

What's the difference between the Oyster and the Oyster Perpetual?

The Oyster Perpetual has been an independent collection since 1950. Its design is similar to that of the Oyster Precision, but Rolex equips the Oyster Perpetual with an automatic movement. Both watches are made of stainless steel and represent an excellent entry point into the world of Rolex.

The Oyster Perpetual is popular with Rolex fans because of its relatively low price. The watch comes in sizes ranging from 28 to 41 mm, which means there's a version to fit every wrist. Rolex also allows wearers to choose from a wide selection of dial options, with colors ranging from standard black, white, or silver to red, green, blue, pink, and turquoise. The line also offers the "Celebration Dial," which resembles colorful confetti.

How much does a Rolex Oyster cost?

Prices for a vintage Rolex Oyster range from about 1,000 to 4,400 USD. At the low end of this spectrum are stainless steel models such as the Oyster Precision ref. 6410, while older gold models like ref. 2081 sit at the high end.

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual is the modern alternative to these vintage models. Depending on the variant, plan to spend between 7,400 and 18,000 USD for a mint-condition timepiece from the current collection.

Rolex Oyster: Prices at a Glance

Model, reference numberPrice (approx.)Size, material
Oyster Precision, 64101,470 USD24 mm, stainless steel
Oyster Speedking, 60561,650 USD30 mm, stainless steel
Oyster Royal, 44442,700 USD32 mm, stainless steel
Oyster, 20814,200 USD32.5 mm, stainless steel, gold-plated
Oyster Perpetual 41, 1243009,400 USD41 mm, stainless steel

FAQs

What does "Oyster" mean?

The "Oyster" is a special case design developed by Rolex in the 1920s to make watches water- and dustproof. The main feature of these watches is that the case back, bezel, and crown are all screwed down to the case.

What's the wait time for a Rolex Oyster?

Since the Rolex Oyster is a vintage watch, models are only found on the secondary market. On Chrono24, more than 100 well-maintained specimens are always available for immediate purchase. Depending on the model, waiting times for modern successor collections such as the Oyster Perpetual can be several months in brick-and-mortar stores.