Rolex - Oyster Perpetual Date - 16014 - Men - 1981

Automatic Rolex perpetual date watch in steel with a white gold bezel, 36 mm. 16014 Caliber 3035.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 16014
Timeless elegance of classic Swiss watchmaking
An authentic collectible piece from the historic Rolex manufacture, an absolute reference of haute horlogerie 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, stainless steel Oyster case with a white gold bezel, and the legendary automatic Rolex movement caliber 3035.

Manufactured approximately at the end of the 1980s, this Datejust preserves all 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: Stainless steel Oyster with white gold bezel
Diameter: 36 mm (excluding crown)
Bezel: Engine-turned steel / fluted steel
Crystal: Original Plexiglass with Cyclops lens
Dial: Silver sunburst finish
Movement: Automatic Rolex Caliber 3035
Jewels: 27 jewels
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds central and instantaneous date
Bracelet/strap: Black leather strap in crocodile style with a gold buckle
Original Rolex box: Included
A historic reference within Rolex

The Datejust was introduced by Rolex in 1945 and became the first self-winding wristwatch with an automatic instantaneous date change. Reference 1600 belongs to one of the generations most cherished 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 watchmaking industry thanks to its waterproofness and resilience. Decades later, it remains one of the most recognizable and admired designs in the world.

Rolex Caliber 3035 movement:
Inside houses the prestigious Rolex automatic caliber 3035, one of the most reliable and precise movements ever produced by the Maison genevoise.

Movement features:

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

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 movement and well preserved
- Internal engravings and references visible
- Rolex box included

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

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

Includes
- Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 16014
- Rolex presentation box
- Black leather strap installed

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

The photographs are 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. Insurance included for shipping, hence shipping costs.