The Rolex Datejust is one of the most influential watch designs ever created. Since its introduction in 1945, its proportions and design language have been adopted by countless watch brands, a testament to just how timeless the original remains. This 9XXXXXX serial 1986 Ref. 16013 embodies everything that has made the Datejust an icon, pairing a 36mm stainless steel case with 18K yellow gold accents, a champagne dial, the signature fluted bezel, and the quickset Caliber 3035. As one of the last acrylic crystal Datejust references, it offers the charm of vintage Rolex with the convenience of a modern quickset date.
What makes this example especially appealing is its honest originality and excellent state of preservation. The case retains thick lugs and a sharp fluted bezel, while the Jubilee bracelet remains in good condition with the correct clasp code matching the case serial. The original tritium dial and hands remain untouched, preserving the watch's authenticity, and it is accompanied by its original 1986 warranty papers. The 3035 movement runs excellent and date jumps perfectly at midnight. Altogether, it is the kind of honest, well-preserved vintage Datejust that becomes increasingly difficult to find.
Condition Report:
Case: Case has been polished lightly in the past, but retains sharp bezel flutes and thick lugs. Medium scratches and dings throughout. Light red patina forming throughout gold. Watch passed a pressure test to 3 bar.
Strap/Bracelet: Original Rolex Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Jubilee Bracelet is in very good condition with light to medium stretch and medium signs of wear throughout. Bracelet has 18 links and fits a maximum wrist size of 7.25".
Dial/Crystal/Hands: Dial is in near-perfect vintage condition with only light oxidation visible under magnification. All lume plots are intact and original. Acrylic crystal has minor scratches and chips.
Movement: Automatic Rolex Caliber 3035 winds, sets and runs perfectly with a 5-position average reading of +3.9 S/D | 259° AMP | .1 MS BE. Date change works perfectly.
Included: Original Rolex papers/sales warranty dated April 1988
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