Rolex - Oyster Perpetual Date - 16014 - Men - 1981

Automatic Rolex perpetual date steel with white gold bezel 36 mm. Caliber 3035.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 16014
Timeless elegance of classic Swiss watchmaking
An authentic collectible piece from the historic Rolex manufacture, absolute reference in high watchmaking since 1905. This magnificent Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 16014 represents one of the most elegant and pure configurations ever produced by the brand: silvered “sunburst” dial, Oyster steel case with white gold bezel and the legendary Rolex automatic movement caliber 3035.

Manufactured approximately in the late 1980s, this Datejust preserves the vintage essence that has made Rolex a universal symbol of prestige, precision and exclusivity.
Main features

Brand: Rolex
Model: Oyster Perpetual Datejust
Reference: 16014
Serial number: 2,528.xxx
Approximate year: 1980
Case: Oyster steel and white gold bezel
Diameter: 36 mm (excluding crown)
Bezel: engine-turned steel / fluted steel
Crystal: original Plexiglass with Cyclops lens
Dial: Silver with sunburst effet soleil
Movement: Rolex automatic caliber 3035
Jewel count: 27 jewels
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds central and instantaneous date
Strap: Black leather strap with a gold buckle
Original Rolex box: Included
A historical reference within Rolex

The Datejust was introduced by Rolex in 1945 and became the first self-winding wristwatch with automatic instantaneous date change. Reference 1600 belongs to one of the generations most appreciated by collectors due to its balanced proportions, robust construction and the aesthetic purity of vintage models of the era.

The Oyster case, patented by Rolex in 1926, revolutionized the watch industry with its water resistance and robustness. Decades later, it remains one of the most recognizable and admired designs in the world.

Rolex Caliber 3035 movement:

Inside it houses the prestigious Rolex automatic caliber 3035, one of the most reliable and precise movements ever produced by the Geneva-based maison.

Movement features:

- Rolex in-house automatic movement
- Superlative Chronometer certification
- High durability and mechanical reliability
- Frequency of 19,800 beats per hour
- Bidirectional perpetual rotor system
- Widely regarded by watchmakers and collectors as one of the best vintage Rolex calibers
- The movement visible in the images bears engravings consistent with original Rolex S.A. Geneva Switzerland production.

Condition:

The piece presents a very attractive and honest vintage condition:
- Case with light wear consistent with age
- Original silver dial with excellent visual presence
- Applied indices and gold hands with vintage patina
- Clean and well-preserved movement
- Internal engravings and reference visible
- Rolex box included

This is a watch with personality, authenticity and classic charm, aesthetically far superior to many modern restorations that are overly polished.

Why this piece is special
The Rolex Datejust 16014 represents an unrepeatable era of Swiss watchmaking:
- Elegant and timeless design
- Classic 36 mm size, extremely versatile
- Legendary mechanical movement
- A model increasingly sought after by collectors
- Excellent watch for daily use as well as a patrimonial investment
- An ideal piece for vintage watch lovers, collectors of classic Rolex or clients seeking a watch with real history and a discreet yet sophisticated presence.
Includes
- Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 16014
- Presentation Rolex box

Black leather strap installed

Notes
As this is a vintage watch several decades old, periodic inspection and maintenance by a specialized watchmaker is recommended to ensure accuracy and optimal preservation.

The photographs form an integral part of the description and show the real condition of the piece.
A unique opportunity to acquire an authentic vintage Rolex Datejust, elegant and with enormous historical value within luxury Swiss watchmaking. Shipping guaranteed, therefore shipping costs are included.