Rolex King Midas Ref. 4017-5

Rolex dress watch King Midas Ref. 4017-5 The dial has a glossy, mirror-like finish whose character changes depending on the viewing angle. The color could be described as reddish brown. The movement is Rolex’s Manual-Winding Cal. 1600, a highly reliable movement. Designed by the renowned Gérald Genta, this is the only model he designed for ROLEX: the King Midas Ref. 4017. Introduced in the 1970s, it is an unusual model with the crown positioned on the left, earning it the nickname “lefty.” Its name derives from King Midas of Greek mythology, who turned everything he touched into gold. The watch has a distinctive character and a truly unique design. It was famously worn by Elvis Presley in the past and has recently attracted attention after being worn by Rihanna and The Weeknd. It is a timepiece that has always generated considerable interest. It comes with the rare original Strap from the period. We will also include a brand-new custom-made Russian calfskin Strap.