Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6074

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6074 is a significant vintage “Ovettone” or “Big Bubbleback” model from the early 1950s. Historically, it is a direct precursor to the Rolex Day-Date, notable for its large 36mm case and, in many examples, a non-cyclops date complication. Some were fitted with a “Super Oyster” crown. The 6074 was offered in stainless steel, 18k yellow gold, and 18k pink gold with various dial configurations. Its blend of a large automatic movement in a robust Oyster case was groundbreaking for its time and represents a key transition in Rolex’s design language.