Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual 1005 34mm (1970’s)

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref. 1005 from the 1970s is a quintessential vintage dress watch that radiates understated elegance and timeless appeal. Housed in a 34 mm yellow gold Oyster case topped with a fluted bezel, this example features a silver dial that has gracefully aged into a rich patina, giving it distinctive character and warm tones. Protected by a domed acrylic (plexiglass) crystal, its dial displays applied gold indices and matching hands—likely with aged tritium lume—for classic readability. Inside ticks the reliable automatic Caliber 1570 movement. Fitted with a brown leather strap, this watch perfectly balances refined vintage charm with wearability.

Specifications

• Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref. 1005
• Year: Circa 1960s – 1970s
• Dial: Aged silver with golden patina; applied gold indices and hands (likely tritium lume)
• Crystal: Acrylic (plexiglass)
• Bezel: Fluted gold bezel
• Case Size: 34 mm
• Case Material: 18ct yellow gold
• Strap: Brown leather strap with tang buckle
• Movement: Automatic, Rolex Caliber 1570
• Water Resistance: Not recommended