Rolex - Oyster Perpetual Date - 16014 - Men - 1981

Reloj automatico Rolex perpetual date acero con bisel de oro blanco 36 mm. 16014 Calibre 3035.

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

Produced circa 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: Stainless steel Oyster case with white gold bezel
Diameter: 36 mm (excluding crown)
Bezel: Engine-turned stainless steel / fluted steel
Crystal: Original Plexiglass with Cyclops lens
Dial: Silver with sunburst effect
Movement: Automatic Rolex Caliber 3035
Jewels: 27 jewels
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds central and instantaneous date
Bracelet/strap: Black leather strap with crocodile style and gold buckle
Original Rolex box: Included
A historical reference within Rolex

The Datejust was introduced by Rolex in 1945 and became the first automatic wristwatch with 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 waterproofing and durability. Decades later, it remains one of the most recognizable and admired designs in the world.

Rolex Caliber 3035 movement:

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

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

Condition:

The piece presents a very attractive and honest vintage condition:
- Case with light wear consistent with the passage of time
- Original silver dial with excellent visual presence
- Applied indices and gold hands with vintage patina
- Movement clean and well preserved
- Internal engravings and references 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 irreproducible era of Swiss watchmaking:
- Elegant and timeless design
- Classic 36 mm size, extremely versatile
- Legendary mechanical movement
- Model increasingly sought after by collectors
- Excellent watch for daily use as well as a patrimonial investment
- An ideal piece for vintage watch enthusiasts, collectors of classic Rolex models, or clients seeking a watch with real history and a discreet yet sophisticated presence.
Includes
- Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ref. 16014
- Rolex presentation box

Installed black leather strap

Notes
As this is a vintage watch several decades old, periodic servicing by a specialist 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. insured shipping, which is why the shipping costs.