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Rolex 16800 Transitional model from around 1982.
An old classic with coffee patina that never fails to please.
Have a great weekend.
Sapphire crystal more robust than our beloved plexi.
But this still qualifies as vintage with matt tritium dial.
Here is mine...
...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 that it doesn't have metal surrounds on the hours lume...
That is an awesome example. It should last many lifetimes.
Did you keep all the paperwork?
Sadly, I think my father threw it out when he moved in the late '80s...
...but I have hopes that it will someday be found...
Don't make me cry...I miss the little anchor : )
But I'm not going to ever sell it so no monetary loss...
What a stunner your 16800 is, Bill!
May I join in the fun?
Have a great weekend,
Alex
Wow, Hermano! Another superb one. I had one some 18 years ago, but it was not so nice.