Rolex
1985 Rolex Datejust (Ref. 16014) Grey "Buckley Dial"
The Rolex Datejust is one of the most iconic and most beloved Rolex watches ever made, even though the Datejust was launched in 1945 it has remained a timeless classic and is instantly recognizable as an item of refined quality and functional design. The Datejust can be worn just as easily with a suit as it can be with jeans and a tee-shirt.
This specific 1985 Datejust Ref. 16014 is classic, clean, and stylish. The rarely seen and sought after grey Buckley dial has a stunning appearance. The watch is accompanied by its original white gold fluted bezel making this watch a great daily driver that is suitable for almost any setting, casual to formal. The Rolex Datejust ref. 16014 is a transitional reference as it retains an acrylic crystal similar to earlier vintage Datejusts, but the movement is a Rolex cal. 3035 which possesses the "Quick-Set" date function which comes in handy when needing to quickly adjust the date.
| Stock # | RLXDJ16014-85 | |
| Brand | Rolex | |
| Style | Datejust | |
| Model | 16014 | |
| Serial | 88XXXXX | |
| Size | Men's | |
| Material | Stainless Steel | |
| Dial | Grey Buckley Dial | |
| Millimeters | 36mm | |
| Bracelet | 1pc Handmade Leather Strap |
CASE & BRACELET
The excellent case appears to have been very lightly polished in the past and retains very full and symmetrical lugs. The 18k white gold bezel remains unpolished and in excellent condition. The watch will come supplied on a 2pc handmade leather strap.
DIAL & HANDS
The elusive and handsome grey Buckley dial is in remarkably well preserved condition, showing no signs of aging on the dial itself. The tritium lume plots have aged to vivid yellow patina, under U.V. light inspection the 4 o'clock plot exhibits degradation, the rest of the lume plots are fully intact and round. The original black "Buckley" hands with tritium lume match the dial perfectly, showing no degradation or lume loss under U.V. light inspection. The date wheel is era correct with open 6's and 9's.
ACCESSORIES
None. The watch is keeping time and functioning perfectly, previous service history is unknown.
