Rolex Oyster date precision from 1977

Rolex Oyster Precision ref. 6694 – Silver Dial (1977)

The Rolex Oyster Precision ref. 6694 is a perfect example of Rolex at its most honest and functional. With its clean dial layout, classic proportions, and manually wound movement, this reference embodies everything collectors love about vintage Rolex tool watches—pure design, no excess, and timeless wearability.

This example is fitted on a solid Oyster bracelet, giving it a more substantial and sporty presence on the wrist compared to the earlier rivet or folded versions. A watch that feels just as relevant today as it did in the 1970s, whether worn casually or dressed up.

Technical background

Reference 6694 was produced for several decades and is powered by the Rolex caliber 1225, a robust and reliable manual-wind movement. As part of the Oyster Precision line, it offers the iconic screw-down Oyster case without a date complication, resulting in a perfectly balanced and highly legible dial.

Tech sheet

• Reference: 6694

• Serial number: 5205XXX

• Production year: 1977

• Case size: 34 mm

• Movement: Rolex caliber 1225 (manual wind)

• Dial: Silver

• Crystal: Acrylic

• Bracelet: Solid Oyster bracelet

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition

• Warranty: 2-year warranty