Thanks! Rolex 16014 is unique as it’s a transitional model for Datejust. It has a new movement allowing Quick set for Date but still it still retained the old plastic Crystal from the Rolex Datejust 1601, 1600, 1603 models.
So I was pretty excited when Rolex released the GMT master II Pepsi, and equally disappointed when my turn came up and the AD called. It’s been about a year now since I’ve owned it and my feelings pretty much revolve around “meh” I enjoy watches for the f
This is a Rolex 6605 Datejust in 18k gold with the single Swiss, pie Pan dial and early Dauphine hands. This is the generation before the Rolex 1601, 1600, 1603. Many has mistaken the 6605 to be the first series Big Bubbleback as it resembles the earlier
This is a Rolex 6605 from the year 1957, Q2. Basing on the model number, the Rolex 6605 was only produced from 1956-1959 before it was being replaced by the 1600,1601,1603. This is one of the classic Pre Modern Datejust, which has the overall look and fee
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Reference 1018 is a simple looking ,watch produced for just a few years of Rolex’s history. What makes the Reference 1018 attractive is the size and chronometer certified. There are many Rolex Oyster, Oysterdate etc at 30mm, 34mm bu
In production between 1933 and 1955. Caliber 1600, Rolex first self-winding movement. Beware of the reverser/clutch wheels. They have some very fine teeth and a stopper “knife” that is hard to repair. Otherwise, solid as a rock and probably still to a deg
.. Bravo !! - BTW: AFAI remember you also have a very nice GMT/ 1675(?), Pink Lady + a cool Explorer !! So, sincere Congrats & wear it in the very Best of your health ! hs.
My very first “real watch” was a Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600… Another early in to the collection watch was the Explorer II 16570. Since then a lot of different watches, but not many Rolex… I never considered myself as a Rolex collector, but I always thought I
The long game…. I have been collecting for many years now and I have learned to be patient. My patience has however often cost me a few pieces as I felt they were too expensive or not good enough and another would be found for a better price or in better