Advice needed

[thewolfofmiddlesex]

Hi all, I was hoping one of the members of this forum could help.
I'm looking to purchase a Datejust 16234 circa '93.

The description states,
'Transitional model Holes Case fitted with No-Holes Bracelet End Links from the factory.'

Does this sound normal? Also, anything in particular I should be weary/pitfalls of Datejusts generally of that range?
Thanks in advance.

[Tools]

Nothing sounds unusual except for them actually stating that.

There should be a date-code on the bracelet that would give an idea if the bracelet is from the same time-frame you would expect.

[thewolfofmiddlesex]

Thanks Larry,

Appreciated.

[77T]

I wouldn't be particularly worried about that era of DJs - the seller is taking a roundabout route to say the parts don't match.

Calling it "transitional" and getting into the weeds of end-link numbering is one way to defend its authenticity if it's later questioned by a Vintage WIS.


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[0nly5iv3Digits]

A 93’ datejust would not have solid end-links, which your description alludes to. Also, 93’ is not a “transitional” era DJ.

That’s just strange.

[thewolfofmiddlesex]

Here's the item I was considering.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/116217711...mis&media=COPY

I'd be grateful for opinions

Thanks

[77T]

From the photo's codes it looks like the bracelet is newer than the watch, thus the mention of later end links.

There's nothing really wrong with that in my book.


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[thewolfofmiddlesex]

Thanks for your opinion Paul, appreciated.

[rootbeer7]

Bracelet code would suggest 1995. As discussed above, incorrect endlinks but not a deal-breaker. The watch is lovely but the price is high though for standard dial. I’d expect that from a dealer offering some sort of warranty.

[thewolfofmiddlesex]

Thanks Rootbeer. I'm still quite new to the idea of purchasing a older 'vintage' watch but was drawn to it as I like the proportions and look of the older datejust.
If you were buying the one I linked, what would you say is a fair price for it?
You also mentioned its a standard dial. Are there any variations you could suggest that are more desirable and that would come into my budget of around 5k?
I don't think I'd want to go older than a 16234 as I'd like a sapphire crystal. Are there any dealers/ sites you can recommend where I can purchase? So far, I've only found nice examples on Ebay (I'd go authenticity guarantee) and chrono 24.
Thanks

[omar-rye]

That’s a £3500-£4000 watch max in my opinion.

[omar-rye]

Here’s a 1991 blue dial posted in April with Rolex service history from 2019…

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=945327

[thewolfofmiddlesex]

Really nice Omar, thank you for that.

I'd love to be able to purchase from the US. It'd likely be from a trusted seller on TRF/ a longstanding member, hut are there any potential pitfalls from buying from over there? E.g customs charges etc etc
Thanks again

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by thewolfofmiddlesex

Thanks Rootbeer. I'm still quite new to the idea of purchasing a older 'vintage' watch but was drawn to it as I like the proportions and look of the older datejust.
If you were buying the one I linked, what would you say is a fair price for it?
You also mentioned its a standard dial. Are there any variations you could suggest that are more desirable and that would come into my budget of around 5k?
I don't think I'd want to go older than a 16234 as I'd like a sapphire crystal. Are there any dealers/ sites you can recommend where I can purchase? So far, I've only found nice examples on Ebay (I'd go authenticity guarantee) and chrono 24.
Thanks

Fair price mid 3’s. I have a few connections. I’ll see what’s around.

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by thewolfofmiddlesex

Thanks Rootbeer. I'm still quite new to the idea of purchasing a older 'vintage' watch but was drawn to it as I like the proportions and look of the older datejust.
If you were buying the one I linked, what would you say is a fair price for it?
You also mentioned its a standard dial. Are there any variations you could suggest that are more desirable and that would come into my budget of around 5k?
I don't think I'd want to go older than a 16234 as I'd like a sapphire crystal. Are there any dealers/ sites you can recommend where I can purchase? So far, I've only found nice examples on Ebay (I'd go authenticity guarantee) and chrono 24.
Thanks

Private message sent.

[thewolfofmiddlesex]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

Private message sent.

Cheers, replied
Neil