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16030 or 16220
Hi all!
I have seen a picture of this Datejust, and I really like the dial. I understand it to be either 16030 or 16220. Does anyone know if this dial was available as an option on both references or just one?
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16030 or 16220
Hi all! I have seen a picture of this Datejust, and I really like the dial. I understand it to be either 16030 or 16220. Does anyone know if this dial was available as an option on both references or just one? ...
If you like the watch, it shouldn't bother you.
It is from the era of "mix & match" when dials were easily replaced at customer's request. I would be less tolerant on the case condition as it seems someone didn't spare it from polishing, and not in a good may....