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Rolex Datejust 36 — Ref. 16013 - 1978

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Reference
16013
Case
36-44 mm
Movement
Automatic 3035

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Specifications

The details of this piece

Identity

Brand
Rolex
Reference
16013
Period
1970s
Condition
Very good

Case

Diameter
36-44 mm
Material
Gold/Steel
Crystal
Acrylic
Water resistance
Oui

Movement

Type
Automatic
Caliber
3035

Comes with

Box
Yes
Papers
No
Olivier Guesdon
Olivier Guesdon · Founder of Chronostyle

My view

What I think of it

About the model

A true icon of 1980s vintage style, the Rolex Datejust reference 16013 embodies the perfect union of the prestige of 18k yellow gold and the robustness of stainless steel. Recognizable at first glance, this “Rolesor” model has passed through the decades with undeniable elegance.

This piece features a dial with golden hues, set off by a fluted yellow gold bezel, the emblematic aesthetic signature of the brand with the crown. Mounted on its famous two-tone Jubilee bracelet, it has a remarkable, refined presence on the wrist.

Powered by the in-house Caliber 3035, this generation introduced the quick-set date (Quickset) function, bringing modern ease of use to a historic collectible watch.

Specifications

  • Brand: Rolex

  • Model: Datejust 36

  • Reference: 16013

  • Year / Era: 1980s

  • Case diameter: 36 mm

  • Case material: Stainless steel & 18k yellow gold (Rolesor)

  • Bezel: Fluted, in 18k yellow gold

  • Dial: Champagne / gold with applied indices

  • Movement: Automatic – Rolex in-house Caliber 3035 (quick-set date / Quickset)

  • Power reserve: About 42 hours

  • Crystal: Original acrylic with Cyclops lens over the date

  • Bracelet: Jubilee in steel and 18k yellow gold (Ref. 62523H)

  • Clasp: Steel folding clasp with engraved Rolex crown

  • Water resistance: 100 meters (10 ATM - original)

Why choose the Datejust 16013?

  • Vintage charm: The acrylic crystal brings a warmth and unique reflections you won’t find on contemporary models with sapphire crystals.

  • Modern practicality (Quickset): Thanks to the caliber 3035, the date is set independently of the hour hand, a major step forward from the earlier reference 1601.

  • Safe-haven value: The gold & steel Datejust is one of the most sought-after and stable vintage models on the watch market.

 

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What I check on every watch

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Authenticity

Case, dial, movement and bracelet checked part by part.

Movement

Timekeeping checked and caliber serviced.

Case and bracelet

True condition, polishing, bracelet stretch.

Water resistance

Crown and caseback checked.

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Phone
+33 6 49 22 89 52
Email
olivier@chronostyle.fr
Showroom
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