Did the 6538 have a polished bezel?

[watchguy51]

Since I've only seen pictures of heavily used examples, I cant' tell. Was the 6538 bezel originally polished?

[freddy333]

Yes.

[Nanuq]

The knurled teeth were a high gloss, which lasts for about a week.  Then the loveliness sets in.

[watchguy51]

Thanks!! Good info

[Nanuq]

[watchguy51]

Gen?   Thanks for the pic

 

[Nanuq]

Yes, bought from a well-known member of the worldwide Rolex Intelligentsia.

[PeteM]

Rolex Intelligentsia.

Ah!! another example of a 'contradiction in terms'

[Nanuq]

Hoist on me own petard! Of course you're right. Well spotted!

[PeteM]

I am always noticing such contradictions with you Rolex guys...of course being one of the PAM intelligentsia I am more able to do so....