Rolex Datejust: First Watch with Date
Initially many thought that the Datejust was an extension and variation to the Bubbleback, which was released in the 1940’s, and both were known as the Ovettone models. The original Rolex Datejust model 4467 was only available in replica tag heuer watches 18k gold and this became the flagship models. The gent’s model is 36 mm in diameter and 26mm for the ladies its features a fine coin edge bezel, a gold edge date window, alternating red/black date numbers, a tiny bubbleback winder and a deeply domed back.
This model was a 3case part Ovettone model but it was immediately replaced by two case parts. The major and most remarkable change to the Rolex Datejust came in 1954 with the introduction of the Cyclops lens or magnifying bubble, allowing for replica tag heuer watches easier reading of the date. The Cyclops lens became part of the Rolex signature. Subsequently the creation of a new movement caliber 1065 was introduced in 1957. This movement was slimmer and lighter enabling for a flatter back. In the same year Rolex also introduced a stainless steel version of Rolex Datejusts, earlier which was only been available in yellow gold and pink gold in South America. After lot of success, the Datejust also introduced in platinum, white gold and stainless steel.
They also induct the two tone model case during 1962. The Datejust also offered varieties for the watch straps. They introduced a leather watch-strap, an oyster bracelet or a jubilee bracelet. During 1970’s many changes were introduced and with the introduction of 2030 movement, the Mid Size model were introduced and they have played a vital role in the Rolex success. Now that Rolex Datejust model could easily adjust the date function,
this was an important characteristic called the “Quick set” and the entire Rolex model had this feature during 1983. Moreover, Rolex stopped using plastic crystal and all Datejust models have sapphire crystal. This new aspect has improved the aesthetics and water proof quality and it was scratch resistant also. And the Datejust were available in all the metal and with different variation. The Datejust model was very popular in the Europe, South America and Asia. The success of the Rolex Datejust is phenomenal. The Datejust is the best selling Rolex model for decades. Some of the Rolex Datejust models images are give below.
Published October 11th, 2011
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