1969 Rolex Oysterdate Precision Watch 6694 Blue Dial 34mm Stainless Steel

Watch Overview

Discover the Rolex Oysterdate Precision, reference 6694 dated from 1969 — a timeless men’s wristwatch that reflects the understated elegance of vintage Rolex design. Powered by the reliable hand-wound Rolex Caliber 1225 with 17 jewels, this watch features a striking sunburst blue dial adorned with applied hour markers, a clean white minute track, and luminous matching baton hands. The iconic Rolex crown sits proudly at 12 o’clock, while the date window at 3 o’clock is magnified by the classic Cyclops lens for enhanced legibility.

Housed in a 34mm polished stainless steel Oyster case, this reference is fitted with a smooth fixed bezel, screw-down case back, and Rolex’s signature waterproof screw-down crown. While compact in size by modern standards, the proportions remain timeless and comfortable. Paired with a blue leather two-piece strap with a Rolex buckle, this Oysterdate runs at a frequency of 21,600 vph and offers a robust 58-hour power reserve. Presented in very good overall condition, it showcases a strong case, crisp bezel, well-preserved dial, and a quality strap. Fully inspected and authenticated by our watchmaker, this piece is running accurately and is ready to wear — a refined vintage Rolex for the true enthusiast.

Product Details

General Specifications

• Brand: Rolex
• Type: Wristwatch
• Model: Oysterdate Precision
• Reference: 6694
• Year / Era: 1969 - Vintage
• Gender: Men's
• Country of Manufacture: Switzerland - Swiss Made

Dial & Display

• Display: Analog
• Color: Sunburst blue
• Features: Applied hour markers, white minute track and luminous matching hands. The classic Rolex crown is at 12 o’clock. The date window at 3 o’clock

Movement

• Type: Mechanical
• Caliber: 1225
• Jewels: 17
• Movement Functions:
  • Manual-winding
  • Central hour and minutes
  • Sweep-seconds
  • Date
• Power Reserve: 58-hours
• Frequency: 21,600 vph

Case & Band

• Material: Stainless steel
• Case Size: 34mm
• Case Shape: Round Oyster case with polished finish
• Bezel: Fixed smooth bezel
• Crystal: Crystal with the magnifying effect of the Cyclops lens
• Back: Screwback
• Crown: Rolex signature waterproof screw-down
• Water Resistance: -
• Band Type: Blue leather two-piece strap with Rolex buckle

Additional Info

• Box & Papers: NO
• Condition: Very good overall condition, with a strong case, a crisp bezel, good dial, and nice strap – Fully functional, keeps excellent time
• Extras: This timepiece has been fully inspected and authenticated against our records by our watchmaker, ensuring it is running accurately and ready to wear.

Extended Details

Movement Markings:	Case Back Markings:	Measurements (mm):
Montres Rolex S.A. Geneva Swiss Seventeen 17 Jewels Cal. 1525 9398	Montres Rolex S.A. Geneva Switzerland Stainless Steel 6694 169	Case Diameter 34 Case Diameter w/Crown 37.5 Case Lug to Lug 42 Case Thickness 11 Lug Width 19 Band Width 19

History & Legacy of Rolex

The Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref. 6694 is one of the brand’s most understated yet enduring models, an elegant manual-wind watch that quietly stood its ground in the Rolex catalog for nearly three decades, from the early 1960s until its discontinuation in 1989. However, the story of the Oysterdate begins earlier — around 1953 — with the introduction of reference 6094, a manually wound, entry-level Rolex powered by the Caliber 1215 and housed in the now-classic 34mm Oyster case. Later 1950s models like the 6294 and 6494 added refinements including baton hands and a wider range of dial colors. But it was in 1958 that Rolex introduced the reference 6694, which would go on to define the collection for a generation. Featuring the upgraded Caliber 1225 with a higher beat rate, the 6694 carried the Oysterdate line confidently into the modern era.

As Rolex’s last hand-wound model, the 6694 holds a unique place in the brand’s legacy, especially for a company so closely associated with the invention of the self-winding “Perpetual” movement. The watch offered the essentials: time, date, and mechanical simplicity, all wrapped in a robust Oyster case with the signature Cyclops lens magnifying the date at 3 o’clock. Though it lacks chronometer certification and automatic winding, it delivers with its minimalist design, rich dial variations, and timeless proportions. Often overlooked in favor of its high-profile siblings like the Submariner or Datejust, the 6694 offers vintage charm, Rolex heritage, and exceptional value. Its simplicity is its strength — a clean, balanced dial often marked only with “Precision” and subtle branding. From classic black and silver to vivid blues and champagnes, the dial options offered character and personality without compromising its refined design. Whether for seasoned collectors or first-time buyers, the 6694 remains a “refined enthusiast’s Rolex” — discreet, elegant, and quietly iconic.

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