Rolex ref. 6062, steel
In the 1950s, Rolex produced 2 models of Triple calender with moonphase feature.
Ref 6062 has an oyster water-resistent case and ref.8171 has a snap on back case which is non water-resistent.
Ref.6062 were produced in yellow gold, pink gold and steel. Of all the examples of ref.6062 that were known to the market, mostly are in yellow gold, few in pink gold and about 50 steel examples have surfaced so far.
Over the last 30 plus years, I have sold 3 yellow gold, 1 pink gold with star dial, 1 steel with with star dial and 2 movements. This said watch was sold to a Japanese friend and I bought it back 18 years ago.
Early days Rolex watches have a lot of inconsistencies and it is believed that Rolex didn't keep proper record. I have written to Rolex about the number of steel pieces produced and the reply I received was " It's confidential".
I purchased this watch more than 30 years ago and the working condition of the date function wasn't very good. I sold it to a Japanese friend and bought it back 18 years ago. Due to lack of spare parts and the complexity of the watch, a lot of time and effort were spent on restoring it back to the current condition. The last job was done at Rolex Geneve, Heritage department through Rolex Service Center, Singapore.
This watch came with its original Rolex Jubilee bracelet which is still good but for my everyday use, I have attached a modern day Oyster bracelet to it.
The last photo depicts the steel example with star dial that I have sold to another Japanese customer. Few years ago, he sold it at an Antiquorum Auction.
Many rare Rolex watches passed through my hands, and I would say, Rolex 6062 is most emotionally attached with my heart.
Price : POA