Rolex oyster date 6694

Rolex Oysterdate Precision 6694

A beautifully understated example of the Rolex Oysterdate Precision, reference 6694, featuring a crisp silver sunburst dial with applied baton markers and classic Rolex hands. The simplicity of the dial gives this watch a wonderfully elegant appearance, while the subtle texture of the silver surface comes alive beautifully in changing light.

The reference 6694 is one of Rolex’s most enduring vintage models. Introduced in the early 1960s, it remained in production for more than two decades and became one of Rolex’s best-known manually wound watches. Unlike the automatic Oyster Perpetual models, the Oysterdate Precision was powered by a hand-wound movement, giving it a wonderfully traditional mechanical character.

This example is fitted with the robust Rolex calibre 1225, a dependable manual-winding movement operating at 21,600 beats per hour. The classic 34 mm Oyster case, screw-down crown and acrylic crystal give the watch the unmistakable proportions and feel of a vintage Rolex.

The silver dial is complemented by the date display at 3 o’clock, complete with the characteristic Cyclops magnification. Combined with a leather strap, the watch has a refined and versatile appearance that works equally well dressed up or worn casually.

The serial number places this example in 1967, making it a genuine piece of late-1960s Rolex history.

Technical details

• Reference: 6694

• Serial: 1538XXX

• Year: 1967

• Size: 34 mm

• Movement: Rolex calibre 1225, hand-wound

• Dial: Silver sunburst

• Crystal: Acrylic with Cyclops

• Lug width: 19 mm

• Condition: Very good vintage condition

• Warranty: 2-year warranty

• Strap: Leather