Rolex Chronograph ref. 4500 Pulsations DialThe Rolex Chronograph ref. 4500, introduced around 1945, is a historically significant and rare example of one of the earliest waterproof Oyster chronographs, often referred to as the Monoblocco due to its one piece case design. It marked a key design shift toward the later modern Daytona, with a 36mm size, straight lugs, and a two register layout powered by a Valjoux 23based movement. The case on this example is in excellent condition, featuring a

dating to the 1960s

more adventurous direction

followed by a slimmer model with the quartz calibre 2250

sticking mostly to its 34mm size until recent years

These watches were produced with a variety of dial designs

this suede watch strap is inspired by the purity of contemporary Nordic design

and punched paper

with Arabic numerals at 3

Enicar quickly registered the “Sherpa” name

Fun fact: Daniel Roth is now part of LVMH

known for their colorful and vibrant fashion

Switzerland’s watchmaking heartland