Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5050

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5050 is a classic “Bubbleback” model from the late 1940s and early 1950s. Positioned as a mid-size option, its 32mm case was versatile for the era. The historical significance of the 5050 lies in its representation of Rolex’s successful implementation of the “Perpetual” automatic movement in a widely appealing size. It was produced in materials including stainless steel and 18k yellow gold, with a variety of dial configurations. The domed “Bubbleback” case is its most defining feature, housing the innovative self-winding caliber.