Rolex Oyster Speedking 6418

The Rolex Oyster Speedking ref. 6418 is a vintage hand-wound timepiece produced during the 1950s and early 1960s. It was designed as a compact, rugged wristwatch that upheld the robust characteristics of the Oyster line. The watch features a 30.5mm stainless steel case, a smooth bezel, acrylic crystal, and Rolex’s screw-down crown and caseback, providing dependable water resistance. It is powered by the Rolex Caliber 1210, a manual-wind movement that offered solid performance in Rolex’s no-date configurations. Dials for the 6418 were typically modest, presented in silver or white, and offered with applied baton or Arabic numerals and pencil or feuille hands. The lug-to-lug length is about 36mm, and it has a lug width of 17mm, ensuring a well-proportioned, understated profile on the wrist. Often overlooked in favor of larger models, the 6418 remains a well-respected option among collectors seeking a reliable, vintage Rolex with authentic mid-century charm.