For sale : 1940s Rolex Bubbleback Chronometer Ref. 2940, California Dial with Mercedes hands. I bought this piece in January 2024 from GMT Relos, a watch dealer based in Hayward, California through Watchuseek. I worn this watch probably about 3-4 times a month since then. [Original listing on Watchuseek](https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/fs-rolex-vintage-oyster-perpetual-bubbleback-chronometer-2940-cream-dial-vg-shape.5534351/) [Listing on Facebook](https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid033rThj2W94oBLuwyryycWRxbHjTvw8KHAzmrmbWweNHT1quhS6JGq4YS1MML9SZh8l&id=100057592692110&mibextid=cr9u03) [Listing on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/C-4RKcdOAKD/?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA==) Maker: Rolex Model: Bubbleback Reference: 2940 Year: 1940s Material: Stainless steel Dimensions: 32mm (wear larger due to case design) Crystal: Plexiglass Lume: Yes, radium Bracelet/Strap: Period correct Rolex rivet bracelet & Hodinkee taupe calfskin leather with Rolex pin buckle. Box/Papers: No, but it comes with [De Pascalis Roma green pouch](https://depascalisgioielli.com/le-nostre-boutique/boutique-de-pascalis-roma/) Condition: The watch is in overall excellent vintage condition. The satin finished case top and polished chamfered bezel is strong with some scratches. The numbers between the lugs at six o’clock are clearly visible. The creamy off-white California dial is in overall great condition with patina. The blued steel Mercedes hands remains vibrant. The lume on the hands and on the dial have aged to nearly the same color.  The crystal has light scratches. Watch runs well & keeps very good time. Overall ready to be worn and enjoyed. ~~Price : $1,750 , free insured conUS shipping. Payment via Zelle, wire or PayPal FF or G&S (+3.5 % fee)~~ SOLD Let me know if you have any questions, thank you. [Albums](https://imgur.com/a/okXm5dX) [Timestamp](https://imgur.com/a/oKSqoyX)