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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16013

Partially verified

This 1981 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust, reference 16013, features a stainless-steel case paired with an 18K yellow gold fluted bezel. Measuring 36mm in diameter and 43mm in length, the timepiece houses an automatic caliber 3035 movement, which incorporates 27 jewels, operates at 28,800 A/h, and provides a 42-hour power reserve. The watch is distinguished by its white 'Buckley' dial, characterized by painted black Roman numerals, black stick-style hands, and a cyclops date magnifier positioned at the 3 o'clock marker. The watch is equipped with a two-tone oyster bracelet featuring a double clasp, reference 62523 H14, which accommodates a 7.50-inch wrist. The case back is of the screwed-down variety, consistent with the Oyster collection.

Front view of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16013 with Buckley dial.
Front view of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16013 with Buckley dial. — Laurent Fine Watches. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.laurentfinewatches.com
Category
Wristwatch · Datejust wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Rolex
Reference
16013
Catalogue / lot identifier
Rolex-Oyster-16013-V-08-11-2026
Source-reported date
1981
Source-reported place
Not established

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Dial and Hands

The watch features a round, white 'Buckley' dial that utilizes black painted Roman numerals to mark the hours. The dial displays the Rolex crown logo at the 12 o'clock position and includes text indicating its status as a 'Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified' at the 6 o'clock position. The bottom of the dial is signed 'T Swiss T', indicating the use of tritium luminous material.

Timekeeping is indicated by black stick hands for hours and minutes. A date window is positioned at 3 o'clock, which is magnified by a cyclops lens integrated into the crystal. The dial design is consistent with the Roman numeral style associated with the Buckley variant.

Evidence for this section
  • “The watch has a round Buckley dial with black Roman numerals for each hour.”
  • “At 6 o’clock is engraved “Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified”.”
  • “It is a T Swiss T model.”

Movement and Technical Specifications

Powering the timepiece is the Rolex caliber 3035, an automatic movement. This caliber features 27 jewels and operates at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (A/h).

The movement offers a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. The watch assembly includes a stainless-steel screw-down case back, which supports the water-resistant characteristics of the Oyster case design.

Evidence for this section
  • “Rolex automatic movement with caliber Rolex 3035 with 27 jewels and 28,800 A/h and 42 hours of power reserve.”
  • “It is a stainless-steel screwed back case.”

Case and Bracelet

The watch is constructed with a stainless-steel case that measures 36mm in diameter excluding the crown, and 43mm in length including the lugs. The lug width measures 20mm. A fluted bezel manufactured from 18K yellow gold surrounds the crystal.

The watch is mounted on a two-tone Oyster bracelet, referenced as 62523 H14. The bracelet features a Rolex double clasp and is noted as fitting a 7.50-inch wrist.

Evidence for this section
  • “The watch comes with a gold fluted bezel and Rolex crown.”
  • “The watch comes with a 2 tons oyster bracelet with Rolex double clasp with ref 62523 H14.”
  • “Width between lugs is 20mm.”

Open research questions

  • Was the 62523 H14 bracelet the original factory-issued specification for this specific serial number?
  • What is the specific production month of the 1981 movement?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 16013
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference16013“ref 16013”
MovementRolex Caliber 3035“automatic movement with caliber 3035”
Jewel Count27“27 jewels”
Power Reserve42 hours“42 hours of power reserve”
Case MaterialStainless steel and 18K yellow gold“STAINLESS STEEL AND 18K YELLOW GOLD”
Bracelet Reference62523 H14“ref 62523 H14”

Visible details

  • White dial with black Roman numeral hour markers
  • Fluted 18K yellow gold bezel
  • Two-tone metallic bracelet with double clasp
  • Cyclops magnifier over the date aperture at 3 o'clock

Research qualifications

  • The provenance and specific service history are not provided
  • The bracelet reference 62523 H14 is a separate component from the watch head

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ساعت مچی Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust رفرنس 16013

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record c887f00675

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