Rolex Oyster Submariner 6536-1

This all original Rolex 6536-1 made in 1958. Between 1953-1959 there were seven different model Submariners.

• Model 6204, Year 1953-54 ,Calibre A260, 38mm Case with 5.30mm Crown   100 meters depth.
• Model 6205, Year 1954-55, Calibre A260, 38mm Case with 6.00mm Crown   100 meters  depth.
• Model 6200, Year  1954, Calibre A296, 38mm Case(thicker case) with 8.00mm  Crown  200 meters depth.
• Model 6538, Year 1954-59, Calibre 1030, 38mm Case(thicker case) with 8.00mm Crown   200 meters depth.
• Model 6536, Year 1955-59, Calibre 1030, 38mm Case(thin case)    with  6.00mm Crown    100 meters depth.
• Model 5508, Year 1957-61, Calibre 1530, 37mm Case(thin case)    with  6.00mm Crown    100 meters depth.
• Model 5510, Year 1958 Calibre, 1530, 38mm Case(thicker case) with 8.00mm Crown   200 meters depth

The 6536 replaced the 6205 using the new 1030 calibre.There were a number of Submariners for sale at the same time and were offering the choice of a professional divers watch  at 200meter or a slimmer version for the non professional at 100meters.

The 6536 fits the category of the slimmer 100 meter watch -1 after 6536 indicates it has been graded as a Chronometer.

The Gloss Gilt Radium Dial is superb. The closed minute track dates the watch to 1958, visible to the naked eye and written above submariner is 100m=330ft.  The case is free of dents, scratches and corrosion. The movement hasnt seen alot of servicing,the bridges and plates shine like new. Marked inside the case back is 6536/1 IV.1958.

The watch comes ready to wear on a folded s/s Rolex genuine bracelet number 7206.