Rolex Datejust Reference 16000 Oyster Perpetual · Superlative Chronometer

SOKAL — Fine Watches Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Reference 16000 · c. 1983 A two-tone Datejust of quiet authority. Stainless steel and 18 karat gold in the Ref. 16000 configuration — produced between 1979 and 1988, this example dates to approximately 1983 and represents the Datejust at its most considered: a clean smooth steel bezel, gold sunburst dial, and the practical innovation of the Cal. 3035 quickset movement. The gold dial has developed a warm, honest patina over four decades of careful ownership. Tritium luminous plots carry a gentle cream tone in harmony with the applied gold baton indices, unmarked by careless cleaning or amateur polish. The cyclops magnifier sits crisp over the date window. The Oyster bracelet, reference 93160A in stainless and gold, presents with strong unworn links and a secure clasp — the bracelet of a watch that has been worn with care and stored with intention. The Cal. 3035 runs with the quiet precision that defines a well-maintained Rolex. This is not a watch that has been neglected and rescued. It is a watch that has been looked after. 36mm case · Stainless steel and 18k gold · Smooth steel bezel · Gold sunburst dial · Applied gold baton indices · Cal. 3035 automatic quickset · Oyster bracelet ref. 93160A · Plexi crystal with Cyclops date magnifier · Very fine condition · Original patina throughout CA$ 16,000 Private enquiries welcome — sokal.com