Why This Watch Matters All of the modern creature comforts with a quick-set date, all of the vintage character with tritium lume. The Full Story The Datejust has remained Rolex’s mainstay model since the brand introduced it in 1945. When it comes to popularity, the steel Oyster case and Jubilee bracelet combination is at the top of the pecking order for its sleek appearance and versatility. Finding a clean black-dialed Datejust in today's vintage market can be difficult. For our money, this is one of the best iterations of the model Rolex has ever produced – and the market reflects that in terms of collectors holding on to examples and prices. In the reference 16234, you get the classic fluted bezel as well as a few modern amenities in a quick-set date and a solid-link Jubilee bracelet. The Fine Print Maker: RolexModel: DatejustReference: 16234Year: 1988Case No: R618243Material: Stainless steelCrystal: PlexiglassLume: Yes, tritiumCaliber: Rolex, self-winding, caliber 3135Bracelet/Strap: Rolex, stainless steel, solid link ref. 62510H Jubilee bracelet with 555B end links (Approximate max wrist size 7.5in / 191mm)Lug Width: 20mmBox/Papers: No. This watch is accompanied by its original hang tag complete with the watch's serial number. What We Love And What You Should Know Things We Love: - Black glossy dial- Tritium lume- Quick-set date Things To Know: - Light scratches on case and bracelet This ref. 16234 is in overall very good and attractive condition. The case shows some light scratches. The case appears to have been lightly polished. The back of the lugs and caseback have scratches. The fluted bezel is sharp and has developed a very slight patina. The black dial is in good condition with light patina throughout. The applied hour markers have developed a patina over the years. The lume on the dial has turned to an even light buttery yellow color. Most of the lume plots have remained full, and only a couple show signs of slight degradation. The hands have developed some patina. The hands are later replacements and are filled with luminova. The lume in the hands is lighter than that of the dial as a result. The solid-link Jubilee bracelet is in overall great condition with some stretch. The clasp is marked "M2" indicating it was produced in February of 1988 which matches the case dating to 1984. The case, dial, movement, crown, and bracelet are signed by Rolex. It comes with an original hangtag with the serial number of the watch. This watch was photographed on a 175mm/6.9inch wrist.
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