ROLEX | Turn-o-Graph
Tropical Galvanic Black Gilt Dial
Ref. 6202
1950s
For your collection of incredibly significant Rolex vintage diver's watches, there is this reference 6202 | Rolex Turn-o-Graph produced in year 1954, in an excellent well-preserved collectors condition.
Over the course of its approximately 70-year history, the original galvanic black gilt dial has aged to a beautiful consistent “tropical” state - it has changed color from black to a slightly brownish hue, the glossy surface has transformed evenly into a matte finish, and the luminous material has taken on a lovely tropical orange-brown color.
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This Rolex Turn-o-Graph is the pioneer and origin of all Submariner models and one of Rolex's first tool watches. It is said that this reference was developed in parallel with the 6204 but was released shortly after it. According to the history, a first Rolex diving tool watch model was necessary for the presentation at the BaselWorld (at the time: Basler Schweizer Industriemesse). The 6202 was originally intended, but the 6204 was presented instead because it was apparently in a more advance state of development.
Unlike all early Submariner models, the Turn-o-Grap has a somewhat smaller diameter, which makes this timepiece unique. It combines the functionality of a tool watch with elegance and sophistication in a truly distinctive way.
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Our certified master watchmakers completely overhauled this masterpiece in year 2026. The timemachine is fully protected by our 1-year guarantee for you.
This timemachine comes in a set with two bands: 1. Original Rolex Folded Steel Jubilee Bracelet and 2. New old stock Original Rolex leather strap with a fresh Original Rolex pin-buckle. Note: The Original Rolex pin-buckle from the 1950s, along with it`s Rolex pouch, is still in place, as shown in the pictures, and is included as part of the sale. This collector’s set also includes the original Rolex factory presentation box for the Turn-o-Graph from the 1950s.
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Superlative Rolex Diving Tool Watch
Amazing Original Tropical Dial
Production Year 1954
Highly Collectible
ICONIC
Automatic movement caliber A260
Diameter 36 mm without crown
Technical indications | Keeping time +3 sec/day
Serviced 2026
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Differential taxation according to § 25a UStG. No taxes included. | Differenzbesteuerung nach § 25a UStG. Kunstgegenstände und Sammlungsstücke, Sonderregelung.
