Rolex 6426 or 6427

[ferengi]

Hi, I’ve bought this vintage Rolex Oyster Precision,
do you think this is a good one? Everything seems to fit, serial from the early 1970s…6426 case engraving, although I’ve never seen the machine turned bezel on a ref. 6426, appreciate your thoughts

[TimeToGo]

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Probably was swapped along the way. I kind of like this look..

[ferengi]

Thanks for the answer, yes that was my thought too. Do you know what bracelet would be period correct?

[TimeToGo]

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Depending on year, a folded bracelet such as 7835. Or a more modern and sturdier 78350. There is also a 7205.

These bracelets should not be very expensive so do your homework.

[Bazil]

Not 6694 ? They did come with leather straps ..
Nice looking watch btw ..

[ferengi]

Many thanks, lucky it seems that there are a lot those bracelets available..

[alwayshere]

Originally Posted by Bazil

Not 6694 ? They did come with leather straps ..
Nice looking watch btw ..

6694 has a date feature.

As others have said, the bezel could have been swapped at some point - I think the original came in smooth not engine turn.

[gregorpal]

Originally Posted by ferengi

Hi, I’ve bought this vintage Rolex Oyster Precision,
do you think this is a good one? Everything seems to fit, serial from the early 1970s…6426 case engraving, although I’ve never seen the machine turned bezel on a ref. 6426, appreciate your thoughtsAttachment 1449374 Attachment 1449375

ref is 6427 as the engine bezel. smooth bezel is ref 6426