Rolex Oysterdate Precision

If you have an interest in vintage Rolex watches but don't want to pay astronomical prices for one the Rolex Oysterdate Precision might just be the ideal place to start your Vintage Rolex collection.

The Oysterdate Precision was produced from the 50s through to the 80s. And although 31mm cases did appear during that time, it's the 34mm Oyster water-resistant case with screw-down crown that is most associated with the Oysterdate Precision name. Many of these Oysterdates were originally sold on a stainless steel Oyster bracelet; and all had a date function powered by a non-chronometer-grade movement

Many customers can often mistake the Oyster Perpetual Date with the Oysterdate Precision watches but the difference is drastic. In a segway from Rolex standard selfwinding nature the Oysterdate is somewhat of an oddity amoung other members of the Rolex stable. The lack of the word ‘Perpetual’ in its title speaks of the fact that it was one of the incredibly rare examples from Rolex that was not self-winding. The manual-winding distinction really sets the Oysterdate apart from just about everything else that has passed through the Rolex factory, since from its inception in the 50s it has remainsed a manually-wound watch. The watch is driven by the 1225 movement with a 17 jewel mechanism. Aesthetically the simplicity of what is in the case is echoed in the presentation of the watch. The classic but basic oyster strap was the most popular strap' the smooth bezel was a standard feature and the dial was easy to reads and refined in its look. Some of the crystals featured “cyclops” magnifiers, and all lugs feature drilled holes, an ever popular feature for those that enjoy strap/bracelet swapping.