Rolex Datejust Perpetual (Vintage Steel) vs Rolex Datejust
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| Rolex 1601 | Rolex 16234 | |
|---|---|---|
| Model | Datejust Perpetual (Vintage Steel) | Datejust |
| Caliber | Rolex Cal. 1570 -- in-house automatic, 19,800bph, 44h PR, 26j; used in vintage Datejust 1601; non-quickset date; COSC-certified Superlative Chronometer | Rolex Cal. 3135 -- in-house automatic, 28,800bph, 48h PR, 31j; Parachrom hairspring, Glucydur balance; long-running COSC-certified movement |
| Case size | 36mm | 36mm |
| Lug-to-lug | 44mm | 44mm |
| Years produced | 1960–1977 | 1988–2006 |
| Brand tier | luxury | luxury |
| Era | vintage | vintage |
| Movement tier | In-house manufacture | In-house manufacture |
| Market median (excellent / full-set) | n/a | n/a |
| Typical range | n/a | n/a |
| Confidence | low | low |
| Categories | dress, sport | dress |
| Editorial | yes | yes |
| Typical price (2026) | n/a | $3,500 – $5,500 |
| Service | n/a | Every 10 years · $900 – $1,400 |
| Collector note | n/a | best value: The 36mm two-tone Datejust 16234 offers the core Rolex package in a case that wears more cleanly than current Rolesor production; prices remain below $5,000 for clean examples. |
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