Rolex 9083 Ufo HONEYCOMB

Rolex Precision "UFO" Ref. 9083 Honeycomb Dial – 1956

Serial: 2580XX | Original Rolex Bracelet

Why It Matters

Among the many references in Rolex’s deep vintage catalog, the Ref. 9083 is one of the most overlooked yet design-forward pieces ever made. Nicknamed the “UFO” for its bold, sculptural case shape, the 9083 represents a brief moment in the mid-1950s when Rolex stepped outside its conservative comfort zone and embraced a more avant-garde aesthetic.

This was a time of experimentation at Rolex—prior to the full dominance of tool watches like the Submariner and GMT-Master. The 9083, produced for only a short run, bridges the gap between the brand’s earlier, dressier precision watches and the more industrial, purpose-driven designs that would define Rolex in the decades to come.

At 35mm, the stainless steel case wears larger thanks to its wide, flat bezel and elongated lugs. The honeycomb dial is a masterpiece of subtle detail and texture, giving off different tones depending on the light. Inside ticks the manual-wind Caliber 1210, Rolex’s dependable workhorse movement of the period.

For the eagle-eyed collector: yes, the crown is unsigned, and that’s exactly as it should be. Unlike modern Rolex pieces, unsigned crowns were not uncommon during this era, especially on Precision models, and this crown is the original one fitted from the factory.

Original bracelet? Check. Untouched dial? Check. Unique Rolex history? Without question.

Key Details

• Model: Rolex Precision “UFO” Ref. 9083

• Year: 1956

• Serial: 2580XX

• Case: 35mm stainless steel, UFO-style case with architectural lugs

• Dial: Original silver-tone honeycomb textured dial with applied arrowhead markers

• Movement: Manual-winding Rolex Caliber 1210

• Bracelet: Original Rolex riveted bracelet, excellent condition

• Crown: Original unsigned crown (correct for the reference)

• Condition: Outstanding vintage condition with minimal wear and strong case geometry

This is more than just a vintage Rolex—it’s a statement of what the brand was capable of before the era of standardization. Rare, distinctive, and historically meaningful, the 9083 Honeycomb is a gem for the collector who values design and scarcity in equal measure.