1948 Rolex Vintage Mens WWII Era Bubble Bubbleback, Ref. 5013 - Stainless Steel & 14K Gold Quick-Setting Hour Its dial has been restored

Its dial has been restored by one of the leading dial experts in North America

which is very clean

this particular example has survived as a true time capsule

This tonneau-shaped wristwatch stands out distinctly from the manufacturer's usual offerings

which was founded in 1909 and was based in Pforzheim

1948 Rolex Vintage Mens WWII Era Bubble Bubbleback, Ref. 5013 - Stainless Steel & 14K Gold Quick-Setting Hour Its dial has been restoredToday's offering showcases this classic Ref. 5013 Bubbleback made circa 1948. Named "Bubblebacks" by watch collectors, due to the heavily domed case backs needed to accommodate the large automatic movements, these were Rolex's first Oyster Perpetual (waterproof and automatic) watches. Housed in one of Rolex's watertight Oyster cases, this wristwatch originally offered its owner protection against water, dust, and perspiration. Its fine engine turned