Rolex “Cioccolatone” 6031

The Rolex 6031 is a sophisticated manually-wound dress watch from the early 1950s, nicknamed “Cioccolatone” for its large, square 18k gold case and flared lugs. Its significance lies in showcasing Rolex’s mastery of elegant, non-Oyster, high-fashion designs, representing a luxurious contrast to their sports models. The 28mm case has a substantial 39mm lug-to-lug presence and houses a Caliber 750 movement, often with a subsidiary seconds dial, making it a rare and sought-after example of post-war horological art.