If you’re only going to be wearing one watch from now on, it needs to be one that you can wear in any situation. A watch equally at home in the boardroom as it is by the pool.

For me, that will always be the Rolex Datejust 36mm ref 16233.

With its first iteration released in 1945 to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary, the core design of the Datejust has barely changed over the seven decades it’s been in continuous production. And the reason for that is simple: they got it right first time.

There haven’t been many over the years, but there are a small handful of designs that were pretty much nailed right out of the gate, leaving very little to be done with them over the subsequent decades, bar delicate tweaks and subtle improvements.

They are the ones that have stood the test and ravages of time and transcended anything as ephemeral or subjective as fashion.

Where watches are concerned, the Rolex Datejust is perhaps the most convincing example.

But personally, I think the Datejust 36mm ref 16233 has the most versatility. It has an understated modesty I like, while still being tough enough to handle anything.

Watch condition (please refer to photos)

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Case: excellent condition.

Clock face: excellent condition

Glass: excellent condition

Back face: excellent condition

Bracelet: excellent condition

Movement: fully operational / checked for performance, authenticity and functionality.

Evaluation

The recent comparable model Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust in 18k yellow gold/steel with automatic movement and original Rolex Jubilee bracelet 18k yellow gold/steel has a retail price of aprox. 10,000.- Euro.

Payment

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Shipping

We are shipping our watches also internationally using insured shipping and only the most reliable shipping service by DHL. The shipping cost is supported by the customer and will be added on the invoice.

Sales processing

Immediate after your purchase, you will receive all payment information by e-mail. Your order will be dispatched with DHL within the next working day or within 36 hours after your payment has been received respectively. Incoming payments are checked several times daily via online banking and are forwarded to be shipped immediately.

Item and accessories will be delivered as pictured. Manuals, papers, certificate cards, booklets and boxes are only included in the delivery if mentioned in the description and/or shown in the pictures. The pictures show the actual watch you are buying. All pictures were taken by MD Watches.