Manufactured in the early 1940s, this is a Rolex Oyster Bubble Back Ref. 2940 featuring a very rare black dial with luminous bar indexes.
The bar index design, often seen in double-signed models from Beyer and Bucherer, appears simple at first glance but exudes a classic, vintage charm. The rare black dial and center seconds hand further enhance the rarity and desirability of this piece.
The two-piece case, in which the bezel and mid-case are integrated, is solidly constructed, and the uncommon mid-size crown adds to the watch’s presence, making it feel larger than its actual size.
It comes with a later-period genuine Rolex bracelet, suitable for wrist sizes up to 18 cm.