Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback 5015 Explorer dial — 1950-1959 pre-owned

Mid-century vintage watch with dagger dial and minute track

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Mid-century vintage watch with dagger dial and minute track

This 1950s Rolex Oyster Perpetual Bubbleback 5015 embodies the exceptional design of mid-century modern Swiss watchmaking. The Explorer-style dial, characterized by its gold Arabic numerals and railway minute track, remains one of the most sought-after configurations among vintage watch collectors. Its faceted Alpha hands and smooth stainless steel bezel make it a timeless investment piece that transcends mere wristwear.

📌 Unique, pre-owned item • Open for bidding

• The Dial (Explorer Style): This is the key feature. It uses gold Arabic numerals for even hours (2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12) combined with "dagger" or triangular markers for odd hours.
• Minute track: It features a highly detailed outer minute track in a "railroad" style with Arabic numerals every five minutes (5 to 60). This gives the watch a more technical, instrumental appearance than that of a standard dress watch.
• Hands: It features Alpha hands (pointed, faceted) in matching gold tone, which were the signature of Rolex design in the 1950s before they adopted the flatter "baton" hands.
• Ring and case: Unlike the rotating bezel of the previous model, this one has a smooth and polished stainless steel bezel, which highlights the white/ivory dial and gives the case a slightly cleaner look.
• Condition note: The dial appears exceptionally clean, although the luminescent markers (the small dots at the end of the markers) have aged into a dark, vintage patina.
Collector's perspective
This particular dial configuration is highly sought after as it bridges the gap between the formal Oyster Perpetual and the robust Explorer. The combination of the white dial, gold numerals, and technical minute track makes it an icon of mid-century modern design. It's also a bit more playful and legible than versions with baton markers.

All our timepieces are shipped from the Netherlands via DHL, UPS, or DPD. Your shipment is 100% fully insured by us, guaranteeing a worry-free delivery process.
Estimated delivery times:
• Netherlands: within 24 hours.
• European Union (EU): within 48 hours.
• Outside the EU: within 3 to 5 working days.
For added flexibility, you can often change the delivery address while the package is in transit. We also offer a 14-day return policy from the delivery date.
Our Quality Standards
Each watch in our collection undergoes rigorous inspection and a complete technical examination by our team of certified watchmakers. We strive to deliver each piece in near-new condition to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
• In Stock: All listed watches are physically in stock and available for immediate shipment.
• What you see is what you get: You will receive everything exactly as shown in the photographs provided.