Bring a Loupe A Fortis Marinemaster, A '60s Tudor Sub, And A Rolex Ref. 3525

Bring a Loupe A Fortis Marinemaster, A '60s Tudor Sub, And A Rolex Ref. 3525

After having written up a Pre-Daytona last week, I've jumped back down the rabbit hole of early Rolex chronograph research to better determine my tastes While historically significant, it is likely a tough wear and not suited for the wrists of most It's impossibly rare, so most aren't exactly in the process of tracking one down, let alone actually wearing one daily should they be so lucky to own an example.

Naturally, the 1940s and 50s birthed some of the brand's purest designs, of which the Ref Like other chronographs of the era, its 35mm case is to the point and free of superfluous lines This made it a prime candidate for everyday wear in a variety of situations, some of which were less expected than others. Source

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