Rolex DateJust 16233 (only watch for 34 years)

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Жыл бұрын

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@vulpinish Жыл бұрын

This is a classic, back in day it was the watch to celebrate a wedding/starting business/a promotion/retirement/new child etc. It was the proud day when you stepped into the AD, buy a watch to reward oneself for achievement/milestone (and not to show off to others, the joy was all your own). May look a bit fancy now, but back then just an everday watch, whether office or as a tool watch.

@juniorjohnson5961 Жыл бұрын

Bought mine 1974 it was a big deal & felt very special.

@ultimaetsolder Жыл бұрын

You said the watch was $3,000 in 1980...in today's dollars that was $10,800.

@h111551 Жыл бұрын

I basically did an Uncle Larry with a 1978 34mm Rolex purchase for $1875 (on sale)- the same basic two tone reference as Larry’s but with a champagne dial. About seven years ago I finally experienced a sense of horological boredom and began exploring other watches. A Tudor chronograph purchase led to what is now a 20 watch collection. I put the Rolex on a RubberB strap and gave it to my wife. Three services over 44 years. While my tastes have taken me far away from Rolex, I have the utmost respect for the dependability and durability of Rolex watches and think that for many people Rolex is a great watch choice.

@elarson312 Жыл бұрын

That’s such a timeless watch and it’s great that it was a daily wear piece. I like all the scratches and marks as that’s life and nothing remains perfect. I’d leave it just like it is and wear it proudly. Really cool.

@jeremypatin2044 Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful classy watch. Thank you so much for sharing this Rob. The stories this thing could tell.. wow, just wow.

@dnafty Жыл бұрын

Love the sentimental story vids. Nicely done.

@drwindsurf Жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful watch - Thank you for sharing Larry 👍

@NexDim. Жыл бұрын

Love it, thanks for making this video. Trying to stick to one watch myself, the idea appeals to me.

@mtbmike1328 Жыл бұрын

Great Stuff Rob! I have too many watches but will always respect those who wear one for so many years. Remember hearing a story on the forums of a Volvo mechanic who wore his 5512 everyday for many years wrenching on cars! Anyone want to comment on how much that service will cost today?

@ryanstafford8544 Жыл бұрын

Not really my personal style but I would wear it regularly and proudly if that was passed down to me from a family member. So cool and thanks for sharing!

@cormacoreilly7120 Жыл бұрын

I have this watch with the champagne dial (1995) and absolutely love it. However I would get it polished as it would look absolutely stunning. Even without a polish it shines so bright. I have a lot lof stretch on my bracelet too but I don't wear it often. I'm going to get it's first service soon. Great video.

@ajbones4207 Жыл бұрын

Wow! This is an incredible vid. Kudos to Rob and his uncle. It's easy to get caught up on collecting multiple watches but the 1 and done gives you a life's history and memories on a particular watch that makes it special. (In my opinion). I find myself questioning do I really need my collection? Again Sincerely, Thanks Rob. You gave me food for thought. Blessings to you and yours.

@MegaBlackley Жыл бұрын

Love the history of the watch and how it spent half a generation on someone's wrist. Watch monogamy is something I've always been envious of; I wear a different watch nearly every day.

@davidr2802 Жыл бұрын

"Watch monogamy" I like that!

@yz8096 Жыл бұрын

@@davidr2802 I know. My wrist "gets around" so it's definitely a virtue to strive for!

@danspanos Жыл бұрын

@@yz8096 😂

@AndySmith4501 10 күн бұрын

Just inherited my Dad's. Chunky divers are my thing so it's taken some getting used to, but it definitely feels special

@jelsner5077 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful piece

@AdamBondi2008 Жыл бұрын

Great watch - better story. Larry legend.

@berare777 Жыл бұрын

Very cool ! Beautiful watch !

@JA-re8gi Жыл бұрын

Super cool video Rob! I would like to able to just have one nice, but sadly I'm far too deep into this watch addiction.

@gynechiatrist Жыл бұрын

Pretty dang cool! TYVM.

@juniorjohnson5961 Жыл бұрын

I have Datejust i bought 1974 two tone silver linen dial still have it bought for my 21 birthday paid $350

@jharris947 Жыл бұрын

😍😎

@JAyy781 Жыл бұрын

@@jharris947 someone got sold a folex

@shawnlavigne9069 Жыл бұрын

Built to last.

@Grendal62 Жыл бұрын

thanks for sharing the story. that's what every watch enthusiast wishes they could do. one watch for thirty years

@thebonvivant Жыл бұрын

Rob, please tell this gentleman THANK YOU for sharing his watch and story with us. I'd keep it just the way it is. It tells a story. Almost makes me want to get a Rolex, but instead I'd get a Omega or a Tudor. :)

@mitchmatic8029 Жыл бұрын

Great vid, story, and watch. I would keep it just the way it is.

@bohkensha Жыл бұрын

The white dial is very classy.❤😊

@jonabitstream Жыл бұрын

I've read that the stretch is due to the link pins getting thinner over time. Also, there are shops (Roliworks?) that will replace those pins for $3-500, as well as refinish/repair the links. Rolex will insist on replacing the bracelet entirely ($1-3K), they won't repair it.

@alanmckinnon6791 Жыл бұрын

Cerberus Watches did a vid last week of a GMT Master II of about a similar vintage that belongs to a retired commercial welder. Had more than a few weld splatters on the case, but inside the movement was running mostly OK with good time. A bit of work on the case, service movement and running on spec again. My father-in-law has the plain steel datejust, bought early 90s and he thinks it runs fast (it doesn't). First link next to the clasp is almost worn through and about ready to fall off. These 80s and 90s Rolexes are magnificent, proper tool watches that don't give up. Current ones, aside from the stupid price, I hear are not so tough. Like modern cars - shiny, but weak.

@Matt28NJ Жыл бұрын

Great story with this video. Also, Rolex servicing is expensive!

@MrZanzibar123 Жыл бұрын

Love it.

@poopy_fingers3324 Жыл бұрын

‘His only watch…”. The 80s was different than today. There was no social media where you compared yourself to others or felt the need to “fit in” and show off your collection. We live in a very materialistic world compared to the 80s and earlier.

@danspanos Жыл бұрын

I think it's beautiful just the way it is, so I don't blame him for not refinishing the case! Does tritium usually stop working? Does it wear out sooner than the lume they use today? I've never had any experience with it. Thanks for showing this one, Rob! Very cool!

@troynasello2085 Жыл бұрын

It does wear out. It's halflife is 12 1/2 years, so after that, it's half as bright. In 25 years, it's 1/4 as bright so on & so on.

@oscarmason3252 Жыл бұрын

Very nice looking watch to have kept it that long

@joehayes5442 9 ай бұрын

I inherited this watch, 16233 from the late 80’s, silver dial. I was quoted $4,100 to replace the TT jubilee, or $1,150 for stainless steel jubilee. Went the eBay route and got a great condition TT bracelet for around $1,500.

@derkritiker7598 Жыл бұрын

Damn thats nice

@dgraddy1359 Жыл бұрын

I bought my two tone DJ in 1992. White pyramid dial with Roman numerals.

@jamescarter2013 Жыл бұрын

Your the man 💯

@tbprofile1295 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful ❤

@Brati999 Жыл бұрын

The dial is nice

@theophilecuvillier8288 Жыл бұрын

Do a vidéo on Tapferkeit Watch, excelent micro brand

@terrydaigle8356 Жыл бұрын

I can imagine that a stretched jubilee is one of the most conftubile bands you could wear

@janihellberg6911 Жыл бұрын

It's mostly the pins that wear not the gold center links. It can be fairly easily fixed. Most f people here can't go with one watch becouse we are hobbyist. But DJ would be great if one would try.

@jharris947 Жыл бұрын

Love that white dial, love it.😎 Really nice video.

@underachievingwatchcollect1878 Жыл бұрын

I’m sure there’s a lesson here 😁!

@baderyousef4044 Жыл бұрын

💟

@cookingwithwatches Жыл бұрын

I prefer watches without the loom.

@Nefville Жыл бұрын

Oh God I'm older than this watch. I don't think I've held up as well either. What, did you say something? 🤣🤣

@wafarris Жыл бұрын

Ha. I'm older than this watch times two.

@ajbones4207 Жыл бұрын

@@wafarris ,Lol. I'm older than this watch too and I'm nowhere near as good looking and holding up as well as this watch. Father time shows mercy to the very few. 😂

@danspanos Жыл бұрын

He got this the year I graduated from high school! lol

@JasonFerguson17t Жыл бұрын

A stainless steel replacement bracelet is $1000.

@MarcelitoRecords Жыл бұрын

back when rolex was no bs

@johndoyle1969 Жыл бұрын

Just curious, where exactly did he have it serviced? I have my father's OP and I have not ventured into finding yet where to send it for service.

@RandomRobReviews Жыл бұрын

His local AD sent it to Rolex? Or a Rolex service center. It’s not clear on the paperwork where it went

@johndoyle1969 Жыл бұрын

@@RandomRobReviews Thank you.

@rickjason215 Жыл бұрын

No need to refinish that watch. It is fine.

@watchmunch3240 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the review. I dream of the day when people stop mentioning the size of the watch. Datejust is a Datejust, Day-date is a day-date etc.

@mohdmohatshim9256 Жыл бұрын

Can you review hmt watches ? Please . Hmt Kohinoor, pilot etc

@caomhan84 Жыл бұрын

How would he get a hold of them? Someone would have to send him some authentic pieces of HMT watches. I bought a bunch from 2010 to 2013, before the factory ceased operation. But in order to get a fair consideration of HMT, he would have to make sure that he got an HMT that wasn't opened and modified, which makes up the large majority of eBay and watch forum offerings today. And I don't know how much a modern "watch enthusiast" like most of these KZfaq channels are would appreciate an HMT honestly. You see how much they complain about cheap construction. I don't think they would give HMT its due consideration. Besides, models like the Kohinoor are takeoffs of the Omega Constellation. The Rajat was the Rado Diastar, etc. I do think that HMT needs more attention here on KZfaq but the larger channels like this one aren't the places to go to look for that exposure.

@Sirkelsag666 Жыл бұрын

This man had ONE WATCH? This man must be a psycho.

@davidcrandall4958 Жыл бұрын

LOL!

@caomhan84 Жыл бұрын

Look at that hollow bracelet and pressed clasp! So cheap! /s The simplicity of that bracelet and clasp, and the fact that it has been the man's only watch for 34 years, isn't just a testament to the quality of the watch, but also it shows how stupid people are these days when they criticize if a watch isn't "milled out." I keep telling people it doesn't matter if things are "solid" and "milled." It doesn't matter at all.

@shannoncarnahan4238 Жыл бұрын

Is the crystal Acrylic? I have a blue dial Rolex 1601 from the 70s with an acrylic crystal.

@tuckerhensel7387 Жыл бұрын

16233 is sapphire crystal

@pepirebs7162 Жыл бұрын

WHERE IS LARRY NOW? PS. THE WATCH WOULD LOOK WAY BETTER POLISHED AND SERVICED! IT WILL LOOK BRAND NEW! LIKE MINE!

@TheBadGuy1974 Жыл бұрын

If he had of invested $3,500 @12% that would be $164,000 so was it a good investment?

@situation_zero Жыл бұрын

$3550 is $10K in today's dollars.

@robcameron9351 Жыл бұрын

All I can think is some poor elderly person who’s been wearing a watch like this everyday for 30+ years and getting robbed for it… but I just read WOE dispatch on watch theft so it’s on the mind I guess.

@ccooper8785 Жыл бұрын

34 years ago were you expected to beg, grovel and plead mercy before the AD would even look at you let alone sell you a watch? I say "sell you a watch" but would it be the watch you want rather than the one you need to buy before you are considered worthy of being allowed the holy grail that you want? Why anyone puts up with rolex b.s is beyond me.