Rolwatco. Anyone know of these?

[frankiethebear2002]

hello, not been here for a while, hope you're all well.

I picked this up and wondered what you think of it?  I've been able to find out that it was manufactured between 1922 and 1925 as that what when rolwatco was in existence.   I know nothing more and can't find any info on rolwatco anywhere.  It is a very simple but beautifully proportioned and if the date is correct,  carries a relatively modern aesthetic.

If anyone can fill me in I'd be very grateful.

 

Frankie

[mikepilk]

I've never heard of it either, but have a read of this https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=635606

Seems to have been made by Wilsdorf and Davis, so is an early Rolex. Nice watch 

[frankiethebear2002]

Cheers Mike  it is a beautiful little watch. The crystal needs replaced, but I put it into a local watchmaker to repair and give it a going over. That post was the only source of info I could find. I really like the work on the bridges, it's not the best I've seen, but someone took the time to do it and that's what I like about old pieces like this. The wd rang my bell right away  but can't find any info on the 272. Perhaps the watchmaker will have more luck than me?

Frankie

[Neverenoughwatches]

3 hours ago, frankiethebear2002 said:

hello, not been here for a while, hope you're all well.

I picked this up and wondered what you think of it?  I've been able to find out that it was manufactured between 1922 and 1925 as that what when rolwatco was in existence.   I know nothing more and can't find any info on rolwatco anywhere.  It is a very simple but beautifully proportioned and if the date is correct,  carries a relatively modern aesthetic.

If anyone can fill me in I'd be very grateful.

 

Frankie

The name instantly makes me think rolex watch company. Quite a few swiss brands had this same name play years ago. Oris were renowned for it.

[mikepilk]

Of course, Rolwatco is short for Rolex Watch Company !

If you look here, you will see the same movement : https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/1922-ladies-d-rolwatco-rolex-9ct-515693522

[Neverenoughwatches]

1 hour ago, mikepilk said:

Of course, Rolwatco is short for Rolex Watch Company !

If you look here, you will see the same movement : https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/1922-ladies-d-rolwatco-rolex-9ct-515693522

Thanks mike, I've just seen the other names that rolex used that i hadnt heard of before. Very hand to know when finding collectables.