Rolex ref 8171 Triple Calendar Moonphase watch big bubbleback 勞力士大泡泡背

This was my earlier blog written Jan 2012 when I found my dream watch Rolex 8171 moon phase. I have used my almost my entire bonus for this beauty.

Even though the ref 8171 is a triple calendar moon phase watch, I would classified it as part of the Rolex Big Bubbleback collection as it was also using the full bubbleback movement with additional parts. The Rolex 8171 is 38mm in diameter and is a huge watch during the early years but it was not a success then. Interesting enough, the steel versions of the Rolex 8171 is more collectable than the solid gold one as there are many gold after market cases made. In addition, there are also many nicely reconditioned dial as well.

There are both the Chronometer and Precision models for the 8171

Saturday, January 14, 2012

Rolex 8171

I have started a new year with a 8171. Even though this 8171 has an aged dial, it has a very nice original look from the 1950s,,, 

I have spent months dreaming of the 8171 and finally...

Friday, April 27, 2012

Rolex 8171 Movements comparison ( pearl without the oyster)

For the Rolex 8171, the general perception is that the Steel 8171 should be a Precision watch while the gold or half gold Rolex 8171 should be with "Officially certified chronometer".

However, from my recent find, I realized that it all depends on the movements. My steel Rolex 8171 movement has engraved 17 Jewels Rolex Geneva and was timed to 7 positions while the movement of some version has the engraved Precision.

I hope I should to find more pictures to see the differences... Cheers