The history of this Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date
This Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 69173 belongs to a generation in which the House declined its Oyster architecture in a feminine 26 mm format, without abandoning the technical codes that built its reputation. The Datejust was born in 1945 with an automatic date display in an aperture, and Rolex then transposed this idea to smaller cases in response to a specific demand: to wear a more discreet watch while retaining the precision of an automatic movement. The key anecdote is the Jubilee bracelet, created to accompany the original Datejust, with its 5 supple rows designed to hug the wrist with greater comfort than a 3-link bracelet.
Case, calibre and bracelet of this Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date
The 26 mm case combines stainless steel and 18 ct yellow gold in a two-tone construction true to Rolex language. The fluted yellow gold bezel adds relief to the profile, while the yellow gold screw-down crown is positioned at 3 o'clock. The sapphire crystal houses the Cyclops magnifying glass above the date, while the white dial features black Roman numerals, applied gold hour-markers and a "DATE" signature. The solid screw-down caseback corresponds to the architecture of the calibre 2135, the Rolex automatic movement expected for this family, with 29 jewels, a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour and a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. The two-tone 5-row Jubilee bracelet alternates brushed steel links and polished yellow centre links, with Steelinox-marked Rolex clasp.
Why this Rolex watch
This Rolex is aimed at the buyer looking for a pre-owned piece with a measured presence, more intimate than a modern 28mm Datejust, but carried by the same aesthetic cues. Its white dial, Roman numerals, fluted bezel and Jubilee bracelet make for a very classic, easy-to-wear timepiece with a true vintage identity. The interest also comes from its balance between watchmaking pleasure, discretion and relative accessibility on the second-hand market, without seeking to promise an investment logic.
Delivered contents and condition
This watch is delivered with The Swiss Collector box only, without original Rolex certificate. It comes in used condition, with visible scratches on the case, bezel, bracelet and clasp. The glass is damaged at 3 o'clock, in the area of the magnifying glass and date window. This patina is consistent with the experience of a worn antique piece, and polishing can be carried out on request to improve its presentation prior to sale.
Guarantee and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this piece and accompanies it with a 24-month guarantee. We accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. Switzerland's leading second-hand retailer with the largest network of boutiques, we offer online booking for fitting and collection on site or fully secure international shipping.
* Used condition - Visible signs of wear. Aesthetics in keeping with the experience and age of the piece. Polishing available on request.
