Ref. 116334
While few would dispute that the Rolex Datejust is an industry classic, less attention is often paid to the short-lived Datejust II model. Released in 2009 to cater to a more modern audience, the Rolex Datejust II did not hang around in the collection for very long. By 2016, Rolex decided to discontinue the Datejust II, dropping it from the catalog in favor of the Datejust 41. With over 70 years in production, there is a seemingly endless list of Datejust variations, each boasting a unique style. But if it’s a powerful and contemporary watch that you seek, the Datejust II may be the perfect choice for you.
Although Rolex recently discontinued the Datejust II collection to make way for the new 2016 Datejust 41 lineup, the Datejust II is still a popular option in the secondary market. Models such as this Rolex 116334 continue to be a desired watch by collectors. By far the sportiest option among all Datejust models, the Datejust II is an ideal daily Rolex for the modern man who appreciates classic design reinterpreted to suit contemporary style.
The Datejust II’s brief period of availability may seem like a damning indictment of its quality, but as with many of Rolex’s flash-in-the-pan models, it seems it may just have been a bit ahead of its time. At the very least, it is an oddball anomaly that is garnering more and more respect as time passes and opinions soften towards it.
The Rolex Datejust is characterized by a larger 41mm Oyster case and classic dress watch style. While the larger case and Oyster bracelet exude a modern aesthetic, the core design is undeniably that of a traditional Datejust watch, featuring a precious metal fluted bezel, a waterproof Oyster case, and a perpetual movement equipped with an automatically changing date display. As a newer Rolex, it boasts many modern upgrades, including 904L Oystersteel, a calibre 3136 perpetual movement, a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, a waterproof Twinlock screw-down crown, and a secure Oysterclasp featuring an Easylink extension link.
Case: 904L stainless steel (41mm) w/ 18k white gold fluted bezel
Dial: Silver w/ 10 diamond hour markers
Bracelet: 904L stainless steel Oyster w/ Oysterclasp w/ Easylink 5mm extension
Movement: Automatic 3136 movement w/ date, 31 jewels, Quickset, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, screw-down, Twinlock double waterproofness system
41mm steel case
18K white gold fluted bezel
Silver dial with factory diamond markers
Oyster bracelet
Appearance is around 9.8 out of 10.
Watch only. Nothing more.
SOLD
