Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 17013 18k Solid Gold/SS 1984 Mens Watch....36mm

Product Detail

Of all the watches that I collect and sell, this is perhaps the only firm that needs little introduction…having built its business over the last century on high quality, innovation and style. The Rolex Watch Co. of Switzerland, founded by Hans Wilsdorf and his brother in law Alfred Davis, would first establish his business in England (1908) before settling in Switzerland. By 1919, Wilsdorf had established the Manufacture des Montres Rolex, at a time when the movements were crafted in Bienne and the watches were hand-finished in Geneva. On average, more than 200 technicians are involved in producing a single Rolex wristwatch, quite remarkable



In 1977, after five years of design, development, and testing, Rolex introduced their first completely in-house quartz movements (the 5035 and 5055) and the Datejust (5035) and Day-Date (5055) Oysterquartz models that would house them.

When they were introduced, the 5035 and 5055 quartz modules were marvels of technology as well as fit and finish. These 11 jewel movements utilized the latest CMOS circuitry, a 32khz oscillator, and analog thermocompensation. In addition, they were finished to even higher standards than Rolex's mechanical movements. It is no exaggeration to say that even today, no quartz movement produced by any watch company can compare to the 5035/5055 from the standpoint of sheer beauty.

For 25 years Rolex produced the Oysterquartz in Datejust models (17000 stainless steel, 17013 steel/YG, 17014 steel/WG), and Day-Date models in all gold (19018 YG, 19019 WG). Special models of the Oysterquartz were also produced with jeweled dials, bezels, and bracelets.

It has been estimated that in all less than 25,000 Oysterquartz watches were ever produced.

ROLEX OYSTERQUARTZ DESIGN POINT #1

The design of the Oysterquartz deviated from the Rolex classic look and featured a Gerald Genta designed case and bracelet. Gerald Genta got this watch every bit as right as he did the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and the Patek Nautilus.

Pure 70s, the look fell from favor during the popular return to automatic in the late 1980s but has aged superbly. The Oysterquartz’s broad shoulders makes the watch look larger on the wrist than it is, and given larger watches are in vogue, it would make perfect sense for a 1970s Oysterquartz to look fresh today.

ROLEX OYSTERQUARTZ DESIGN POINT #2

Rolex Datejusts on a Jubilee or Oyster bracelet are very easily recognized. An Oysterquartz is instantly recognized by its unique look.

Specifications:

Brand: Rolex

Model: Oysterquartz

Serial #: 8451176

Year of Production: 1984

Reference #: 17013

Gender: Men or Women

Case Material: Stainless Steel

Case Diameter: 36mm, not including crown ~ because of the squared off case design, the watch plays bigger on the wrist than 36mm

Crown: Original signed crown sets the time and date and screws down properly

Bracelet Material: 18k Solid Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel

Bracelet Specifications: Original bracelet 17013B will fit a wrist up to 8.0" ~ can be adjusted smaller ~ no extra links

Dial Color: Champagne

Dial Condition: Original clean signed dial

Winding Mechanism: Original calibre 5035 quartz (battery operated) movement runs strong and accurate ~ patented instantaneous shutter-like date change near midnight ~ has the quick-set date feature ~ open 6's and 9's on the date wheel

Crystal: Original clean sapphire crystal

Box/Papers: Comes with a Rolex inner and outer box and polishing cloth. 

Overall Condition: pristine condition ~ signed clean champagne dial ~ signed quartz movement runs strong & accurate ~ signed crown sets the time and date and screws down properly ~ clean sapphire crystal ~ all functions working as intended ~ no damage ~ all of our watches have been tested and serviced if needed ~ "stunning"





Because older vintage wristwatches were made smaller than watches made today, men or women can wear this and would look fabulous on your wrist

All of our watches have been tested and serviced if needed. We time all watches for at least 48 hours prior to listing and 12 hours prior to shipment. If it doesn't maintain acceptable accuracy, or function properly, we won't ship it and the buyer will receive a refund

About Us

As Always....."Buy the Seller".....is a Phrase That Applies To The Watch Industry Almost More Than Any Other. Our Business Values are "Honesty, Quality, and Service"

Our goal is to provide the finest and most varied selection of vintage, classic, and collectible timepieces our customers can find on the market. We offer a variety of brands and models to satisfy any preference, price, and taste. If you like unique and collectible vintage or antique wristwatches, we specialize in Swiss, American, and Japanese timepieces from the 1930s to 1990s comprised of manual wind, automatic, and quartz (battery operated) watches

Return Policy

It is my hope that all of our items will go to people who will enjoy and appreciate them. We will gladly accept a return, or take care of a problem, if we make a gross error in the description. If we have made no gross errors, it is a final sale. This is merely due to the items being antiques, vintage, or pre-owned

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All of our watches are eligible for the Vintage Watch Outlet Lifetime Trade-Up Guarantee. Lifetime Trade-Up Guarantee allows you to receive full value of what you paid for your timepiece towards the purchase price of another timepiece. The price of the new purchase must be at least 25% greater than the cost of your trade-in timepiece. The watch must be returned without any damage or modifications. If the watch has been damaged or modified, the amount of the trade-up value may be less than what you paid. The Lifetime Trade-Up Guarantee is not a buy-back program, it is a trade-up program. It applies only to timepieces that were purchased from Vintage Watch Outlet. Watches not purchased from Vintage Watch Outlet are not eligible for the Lifetime Trade-Up Guarantee. The Lifetime Trade-Up Guarantee is non-transferable

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