Pre-Owned Rolex Datejust 40921419/AS05976

WHY WE LOVE IT

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So-called “five digit” Datejusts (reference variants with five digits) evolved from the original Oyster Perpetual Datejust line and are a quintessential staple of the Neo-Vintage era.

These models showed up in the late 70s and offer the added functionality of a higher-beat movement for accuracy and a quick-set date mechanism. They retain the classic 36mm case proportion of their predecessors and have similar variation for dial, bezel, and bracelet configurations. Luminous models also retain Tritium material, offering tremendous opportunities for unique characteristics of patina.

This particular example, a Reference 16013, dates to circa 1979 and features an Oyster case with 'holey lugs', a yellow gold fluted bezel, a magnified acrylic crystal, and one of our Analog:Shift Hudson brown Saffiano leather straps to round off the package.

Vintage Datejusts 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!

OVERALL CONDITION

The case is in strong condition overall showing sleeve polish and normal signs of wear consistent with age and use. Sunburst navy blue 'gilt' Tritium dial with applied indices is in fantastic condition showing even patina throughout with matching handset. Signed crown.