ROLEX Ref. 5100 Il Texano No. 458 - 1970s

Brand: Rolex
Year: 1970s
Model: Texano
Reference: 5100
Serialnumber: on request
Material: 18k solid gold
Movement: quartz beta 21
Case Diameter without crown: 39 mm
Bracelet/Strap: Rolex bracelet 18k solid gold
Service-history: unknown, running perfect
What you should know: mindblowing 5100 Texano, limited to 1000 pieces, 458/1000
 
ROLEX Ref. 5100 Il Texano - 1970s
 
What a massive chunk of gold! This is a true and nice example of vintage luxury. The Rolex Ref. 5100 is from the 1970s and was limited to 1000 pieces. This historically important and rare watch has the unique number “458” engraved in the case back, indicating that it was the 458th Il Texano to ever be produced. Case and bracelet are made out of 18k solid gold and in great vintage condition - and yes it is huge. The movement is a high performance beta 21 quartz movement running well and keeping time. While the details are murky, a longtime colleague and friend of Genta has stated that it was Genta who designed the Il Texano initially. Another highlight of this stunning piece is the clean golden dial in perfect condition. A true WRISTCLASSIC by an iconic brand. These kinds of watches were and are the best of the best in terms of quality - limited to 1000 pieces it is a true collectors item.
 
Why buy a vintage watch?
 
There are many great reasons to buy a vintage watch. Every watch we sell here at WRISTCLASSICS has its own story. Over the years, with every scratch, dent and aging of the dial, they have become unique timepieces of their own. This exact watch you are looking at now, once brought a lot of joy to the first owner with the purchase years ago. And now many years later this vintage watch will bring the same joy to your life. With buying a vintage watch you are showing your commitment to protecting the enviroment, instead of supporting the mass production of modern fashion watches.
 
I hope this helps you with your decision of buying a vintage watch here at WRISTCLASSICS.