Rolex Datejust 6605

Reference 6605 is the archetypal fluted-bezel model from the transitional 36mm Oyster Perpetual Datejust series, produced from approximately 1956 to 1959. The watch is powered by the Rolex Caliber 1065, a non-quickset automatic movement whose slimmer architecture was a significant technical advancement, enabling a more streamlined case profile. The 05 designation specifies the classic fluted bezel. This reference was produced in stainless steel, Yellow Rolesor, and solid 18k gold. Key technical features include an acrylic crystal and a ‘roulette’ date wheel. The historical significance of the Ref. 6605 is immense, as it established the definitive aesthetic for the Datejust: a 36mm case with a fluted bezel.