Pre-Owned Rolex Day-Date 40921426/AS05980

WHY WE LOVE IT

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Yeah, it's a quartz watch. Something that is not often seen around these parts.

But every once in awhile, we'll make an exception for something exceptionally cool - and an Oysterquartz with an integrated bracelet certainly checks the box for exceptionally cool — particularly when it is a solid 18k yellow gold Day-Date variant!

And what a looker this is!

Featuring a 70s-styled case with integrated bracelet, the Oysterquartz is a strange leftover from the crisis era, in which even the mighty Rolex experimented with the new quartz technology that was pummeling the mechanical watch industry.

But instead of going downmarket, Rolex utilized the sporty Genta-inspired design language of the era and introduced an entirely new case style in which to introduce their new tech - a design choice that was loved by some, hated by others, and is without question a quirky choice for a Rolex branded wristwatch.

This particular piece, a Reference 190198, dates to circa 1986 and features asolid 18k yellow gold case with a matching flat-link integrated bracelet, a sunburst champagne Tritium dial with a matching handset, a yellow gold fluted bezel, and all of the functionalist of a mechanical Day-Date in a convenient quartz powered package.

Like their more classically-styled siblings, 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.

After-all, this is still a Day-Date!

OVERALL CONDITION

The case is in very good condition overall showing normal wear consistent with age and use. Sunburst champagne Tritium dial with applied 'baton' indices is in fantastic condition showing light even patination to Tritium elements and matching handset. Signed crown.