Rolex Oyster Perpetual

When it comes to "budget" Rolex, there are few watches more attractive than an Oyster Perpetual — and the Oyster Perpetuals of the 1960s and 1970s remain some of Rolex's best-loved timepieces. As a non-professional Rolex model, the Oyster Perpetual line is arguably overlooked by collectors today, despite being the most 'pure' successor to the original waterproof Oyster-cased Rolexes from the last century. All it takes is a strap change to transform this watch from a go-to tuxedo accoutrement to a field watch or BBQ grill timer. When you factor in that OPs have been made available in a broad variety of fun dial color configurations, the appeal grows even more. This particular OP, a Reference 1005, dates to circa 1966 and features a 34mm two-tone yellow gold and stainless steel Oyster case with an acrylic crystal, a signed crown, a yellow gold fluted bezel, a gently patinated sunburst silver Tritium dial with matching handset, and a matching two-tone rivet bracelet with a signed blade clasp. It would be enough to enjoy this excellent piece on its own, but this piece comes with a bunch of its original goodies. Not to mention, it's an excellent opportunity to get into an interesting and not often seen vintage Rolex without losing your shirt!