Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16013
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1981
Maker / issuer
RolexThis 1981 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust, reference 16013, features a stainless-steel case paired with an 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Measuring 36mm in diameter and 43mm in length, the timepiece houses an automatic caliber 3035 movement, which incorporates 27 jewels, operates at 28,800 A/h, and provides a 42-hour power reserve.
The watch is distinguished by its white 'Buckley' dial, characterized by painted black Roman numerals, black stick-style hands, and a cyclops date magnifier positioned at the 3 o'clock marker. The watch is equipped with a two-tone oyster bracelet featuring a double clasp, reference 62523 H14, which accommodates a 7.50-inch wrist. The case back is of the screwed-down variety, consistent with the Oyster collection.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Datejust wristwatch
- Movement
- Rolex Caliber 3035
- Reference
- 16013
- Jewel Count
- 27
- Case Material
- Stainless steel and 18K yellow gold
- Power Reserve
- 42 hours
- Bracelet Reference
- 62523 H14
- Maker / attribution
- Rolex
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The watch features a round, white 'Buckley' dial that utilizes black painted Roman numerals to mark the hours. The dial displays the Rolex crown logo at the 12 o'clock position and includes text indicating its status as a 'Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified' at the 6 o'clock position. The bottom of the dial is signed 'T Swiss T', indicating the use of tritium luminous material. Timekeeping is indicated by black stick hands for hours and minutes. A date window is positioned at 3 o'clock, which is magnified by a cyclops lens integrated into the crystal. The dial design is consistent with the Roman numeral style associated with the Buckley variant.
- Visible features
- • White dial with black Roman numeral hour markers • Fluted 18K yellow gold bezel • Two-tone metallic bracelet with double clasp • Cyclops magnifier over the date aperture at 3 o'clock
- Case and Bracelet
- The watch is constructed with a stainless-steel case that measures 36mm in diameter excluding the crown, and 43mm in length including the lugs. The lug width measures 20mm. A fluted bezel manufactured from 18K yellow gold surrounds the crystal. The watch is mounted on a two-tone Oyster bracelet, referenced as 62523 H14. The bracelet features a Rolex double clasp and is noted as fitting a 7.50-inch wrist.
- Movement and Technical Specifications
- Powering the timepiece is the Rolex caliber 3035, an automatic movement. This caliber features 27 jewels and operates at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (A/h). The movement offers a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. The watch assembly includes a stainless-steel screw-down case back, which supports the water-resistant characteristics of the Oyster case design.
Identification
- Reference
- 16013
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The provenance and specific service history are not provided
- Research required: The bracelet reference 62523 H14 is a separate component from the watch head