Rolex 8171

The Rolex 8171, often called the Padellone by collectors, is one of those watches that just... stops you in your tracks, you know? Produced for only a few short years in the early 1950s, it’s a rare triple calendar moonphase that showcases Rolex pushing boundaries beyond the usual Oyster case designs. At Tropical Watch, where vintage Rolex is practically a second language, the 8171 holds a special place, admired for its elegance, mystery, and almost storybook rarity.