Rolex Datejust

So-called “five digit” Datejusts (reference variants with five digits) evolved from the original Oyster Perpetual Datejust line and are a quintessential staple of the Neo-Vintage era. These models showed up in the late 70s and offer the added functionality of a higher-beat movement for accuracy and a quick-set date mechanism. They retain the classic 36mm case proportion of their predecessors and have similar variation for dial, bezel, and bracelet configurations. Luminous models also retain Tritium material, offering tremendous opportunities for unique characteristics of patina This particular example, a Reference 16200, dates to circa 2000 and features a smooth steel bezel and crisp white gloss non-luminous Roman dial as well as a solid link Oyster bracelets. These options are scarcely seen, and its all the more uncommon finding them together! The watch also features a crisp case and dial and comes complete with its inner and outer boxes, tags, books, calendar card, papers and original purchase receipt. This is a wonderful everyday Datejust that stands out above the rest!