Rolex Oyster 2319

A manually-wound model from the mid-1930s, significant for its role as a foundational “workhorse” Oyster. Housed in a classic cushion case, this reference was instrumental in building public trust in Rolex’s revolutionary waterproof technology. Its focus was on pure function and durability, embodying the core principles of toughness and reliability that would come to define the Rolex brand and form the basis of the entire sports watch category.