The Watch
Rolex Datejusts and Oyster Perpetual Dates are some of the most sought after Rolex models. These watches can be essential to any type of collection, and for many, they're exactly what people think of when they imagine a Rolex.
Here we have a ref. 15010, dating from 1981, an early example of the Oyster Perpetual Date that houses a Quickset Automatic Calibre 3035 which was first introduced in 1980. On the wrist, it's a watch that will look as good today as it does fifty years from now.
Sized at the less common 34mm diameter, the 15010 is just above the alternative Oyster Perpetual sizing of 31mm, and just below the famed 36mm sizing of the classic Datejust. In this regard, the watch presents as an ideal everyday option for someone who is looking for a top-class everyday Wristwatch.
The Engine Turned bezel and Roman Numeral Dial really are things to write home about; they are fantastic.
Rolex Datejusts and Oyster Perpetual Dates are some of the most sought after Rolex models. These watches can be essential to any type of collection, and for many, they're exactly what people think of when they imagine a Rolex.
Here we have a ref. 15010, dating from 1981, an early example of the Oyster Perpetual Date that houses a Quickset Automatic Calibre 3035 which was first introduced in 1980. On the wrist, it's a watch that will look as good today as it does fifty years from now.
Sized at the less common 34mm diameter, the 15010 is just above the alternative Oyster Perpetual sizing of 31mm, and just below the famed 36mm sizing of the classic Datejust. In this regard, the watch presents as an ideal everyday option for someone who is looking for a top-class everyday Wristwatch.
The Engine Turned bezel and Roman Numeral Dial really are things to write home about; they are fantastic.
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The Specs
Age: 1981
Reference: 15010
Serial Number: 7XXXXXX
Movement: Automatic with Quickset Function.
Calibre: 3035
Timekeeping: Keeping very good time.
Service History: Unknown.
Dial: Original Rolex Roman Numeral Factory Dial.
Case: All Stainless Steel
Measurements: Without/With Crown: 34mm/36.8mm End of lug to lug: 41.6mm
Bezel: Wonderful Engine Turned Bezel.
Water Resistant?: No.
Hands: Original Handset.
Crystal: Original
Crowns: Original.
Strap/Bracelet: Original 78350/557
Lug Width: 19mm
Hands: Original Handset.
Crystal: Original
Crowns: Original.
Strap/Bracelet: Original 78350/557
Lug Width: 19mm
Getting Acquainted
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Bits that stand out:
- Wonderful Engine turned Bezel.
- Suitable for all Occasions.
- Roman Numeral Dial.
- Excellent Quality Movement.
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Nitty Gritty:
- Small Scuff mark to the Date Bubble.
-Some very minor Scratches throughout the Case and Bracelet.
- Bracelet has a little give but nothing overly major.
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Overall the Rolex is in very good Vintage condition.
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Overall the Rolex is in very good Vintage condition.
The Case and Bracelet have some small marks but nothing major at all.
Crown screws down nicely and tightly.
Crystal in good nick but a small scuff mark to the Date Bubble.
Bracelet will fit up to approx 7.5in Wrist, with no spare links,
The Dial is in fantastic Vintage Order and looks absolutely fantastic on the Wrist with that Bezel
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Fantastic everyday Rolex and Investment.
Fantastic everyday Rolex and Investment.