Item Description: 
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust men's wristwatch. Introduced in 1945, the Datejust revolutionized the watch industry by incorporating a date mechanism that changed at midnight without requiring a manual adjustment. This watch (Ref. #16233) from 1988 will have a 36 mm stainless steel oyster case with an 18k gold fluted bezel. A caliber 3135 movement powers a silver sunburst dial featuring twelve-hour timekeeping, gold-tone hands/indices and a date aperture at the three o'clock position. A durable sapphire crystal protects the case's contents. Securing this watch is a stainless steel and 18k gold jubilee bracelet that is currently sized to accommodate a 7" wrist. This timepiece would make a fine addition to any horological collection. Bid now!

Item Details:
  • Case Metal/material: Stainless Steel
  • Movement: Mechanical (Automatic)
  • Model/style Number: OP Datejust / 16233
  • Serial Number: R994XXX
  • Reference Number: 16233
  • Case Size (mm): 36 mm
  • Lug Width (mm): 20 mm
  • Dial Color: Silver Sunburst
  • Band Materials: Stainless Steel / 18k
  • Wrist Size: 7 in
  • Features: 12-Hour Dial,Date Indicator,Sapphire Crystal,Screwdown Crown,Seconds Hand,Swiss Made
  • Original Box And/or Papers: None
  • Weight: 106.5 g
  • Condition Description: This watch is in fine vintage condition. It is currently ticking. The date function has been tested and is working properly. The watch's case, crystal and bracelet will have light scuffs and scratches from prior use. As a vintage watch with an unknown service history, this watch will likely require a service from your local watchmaker for long-term reliable timekeeping. See photos!


Condition Guide:
  • Pristine - Items in "like new" condition.  Shows no signs of wear.  Worn very little, if at all.
  • Very Fine -  Items that have minimal wear.  Worn only a few times.  In "almost new" condition.
  • Fine - Items show signs of wear.  Light surface scratches and possibly a few small dents.  Average condition considering the age of the item.
  • Good -  Items that have been worn regularly and have noticeable wear.  Scratches and dents are more visible.
  • Fair - Items show signs of major wear or damage.  Usually these items will need some sort of repair or cleaning.

Please review the photos to determine the condition of this item.


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