The Rolex Datejust was introduced in 1945 to mark Rolex’s 40th anniversary and quickly became one of the most influential wristwatches ever produced. Remaining in continuous production ever since, the Datejust stands today as one of the longest-running, most recognisable, and most successful watch collections in the world.

At the time of its launch, the Datejust represented a major technical achievement as the world’s first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch with a date display that changed automatically at midnight. Combining reliability, elegance, and everyday practicality, it laid the foundation for the modern calendar wristwatch as we know it today.

We always try to keep a selection of these iconic watches in stock, and this particular example truly ticks all the right boxes for us.

The classic 36 mm Oyster case remains in lovely condition and is fitted with the correct smooth bezel for this rarer reference — a detail that gives the watch a slightly sportier and more understated appearance compared to its fluted counterparts.

The silver dial is particularly attractive, featuring a rarer matte, non-soleil finish that gives the watch a wonderfully soft and restrained character. The pie-pan dial further features warm cream-coloured lume plots and crisp black printed text, creating a beautiful vintage aesthetic throughout.

The watch is fitted with a folded Rolex Oyster bracelet, reference 7836, complete with end links stamped 258 and a clasp dated “3 71.”

We have always loved the combination of a smooth bezel together with an Oyster bracelet on a vintage Datejust. It gives the watch a more relaxed and versatile personality — balancing elegance with a subtle sporty edge.

The watch and its slow-setting movement have been fully serviced by our watchmaker and are ready to be enjoyed for many years to come.

A beautifully balanced Datejust with a slightly sportier edge , get back to us to get you this!

Specifications:

Rolex Datejust reference 1600
36 mm steel case , plexi crystal
Serial 239xxxx dating to 1970
Matte, non soleil finish pie-pan dial, black text
Smooth bezel
Rolex Oyster 7836 with end links 258
Fully serviced by our watchmaker
One-year mechanical warranty
Free worldwide FedEx Priority shipping

Rolex Datejust 1600 Metallic Silver Dial

Rolex Datejust 1600 Metallic Silver Dial

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