The present stainless steel reference 2764 is one of the most interesting and well-preserved examples of the famous Rolex Bubbleback to appear at auction. The multi-tone off-white dial, with three copper-colored Arabic numerals further highlighted by an outside minute track gives this watch a very distinctive look.

A closer look at this special dial shows that all of its indications – the hour markers and minute track - are embossed, and the relief is painted in copper color, giving the dial a wonderful sense of depth. The case and original bracelet are in virtually perfect condition and show no traces of polishing. The expandable bracelet is still very tight and presents the original satin finish. The original S.A.R. engraving on the clasp and the early Rolex logo on the case back are crisp and perfect, as it left the factory nearly eight decades ago. The domed crystal has crackled, which is very common with this type of material, but appears to be the original one. Despite its rather compact diameter of 31mm, the "Bubbleback" has a masculine presence on the wrist and offers the same satisfaction that larger and more costly collector’s watches are known for.