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 go a tuxedo accoutrement to a field watch or BBQ grill timer. When you factor in that they have been made available in a broad variety of fun dial color configurations, the appeal grows even more. This particular watch, a Reference 1007, dates to circa 1973 and features a 34mm stainless steel oyster case with 'holey' lugs, a sunburst silver Tritium dial with applied baton indices that has deeply patinated to a taupe-color, a matching handset, and a stainless steel engine-turned bezel. Fitted to a matching Oyster bracelet with a signed blade clasp. This charming piece is everything you need and nothing you don't! These timepieces are incredibly versatile for everyday use, and can easily be dressed-up for formal occasions or dressed-down and worn as a sporty everyday companion.