Rolex 16800 Transitional model from around 1982.

Sep 30, 2023,16:18 PM
 

An old classic with coffee patina that never fails to please.


Have a great weekend.







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That’s in superb condition 👌🏿

 
 By: Lankysudanese : September 30th, 2023-16:24

Sapphire crystal more robust than our beloved plexi.

 
 By: Bill : September 30th, 2023-16:30
But this still qualifies as vintage with matt tritium dial.

Here is mine...

 
 By: mdg : September 30th, 2023-16:53
...I didn't know much about watches when I bought it in 1983 (it is 40 years old!) but I knew I wanted one watch to last me the rest of my life. It was $1,200 retail, so I offered $900 cash in hundred dollar bills, tax included. They took it : ) I like th...  

That is an awesome example. It should last many lifetimes.

 
 By: Bill : September 30th, 2023-17:03
Did you keep all the paperwork?

Sadly, I think my father threw it out when he moved in the late '80s...

 
 By: mdg : September 30th, 2023-17:08
...but I have hopes that it will someday be found...

Some of what you would have.

 
 By: Bill : September 30th, 2023-17:43
Mine from 1982. The second picture is from 1984. ...  

Don't make me cry...I miss the little anchor : )

 
 By: mdg : September 30th, 2023-18:28
But I'm not going to ever sell it so no monetary loss...

You had me at coffee ☕️

 
 By: Nicetomeetyou : September 30th, 2023-17:34
This one deserves a matching colour strap!

Bill, what a gorgeous piece!

 
 By: gregcarraram3 : September 30th, 2023-19:34

What a stunner your 16800 is, Bill!

 
 By: AlexSunrise : October 1st, 2023-02:13
May I join in the fun? Have a great weekend, Alex ...  

Beauty...

 
 By: mdg : October 1st, 2023-02:36

amazing Bill

 
 By: Gelato Monster : October 1st, 2023-03:32
The patine is lovely