Finding a Rolex for my birth year

[alexwumbo]

Hello everyone!

I am looking to purchase a Rolex Datejust 36 that was manufactured in the year 2000, the year I was born. I have been researching the models and it seems like there were three reference models made.

1. 16234
2. 16200
3. 16220

Upon looking at eBay and Chrono24, I am a little confused with the design features and characteristics. If anyone is knowledgable about these models I would greatly appreciate a message.

Thank you!

[OG1982]

Welcome.

In the first instance, I would use Google or similar to find out as much as you can about these references. Following from that, if there are any gaps that need filling, come back with specific questions and I'm guessing there will be someone here that knows the answer.

[inadeje]

Here are examples of how you’d refine the search on chrono24. As you can see I limited to the first reference, only in United States and only 2000





You can then create an “off chrono24” list of grey dealers for the watches you see as attractive and contact them directly. Be aware that I think C24 charges around 6% to the seller so you’d be looking to at least get that discount through a direct sale. It’s better not to contact them saying you saw the watch on c24 instead say “I see you have a X available for sale, is it still available?”




Hope that helps. Good luck.

[brandrea]

Welcome to the forum and good luck

[pk552502]

don't forget about the 16233 that's the two tone model and may just be the most classic of the bunch. I would lean toward a 16233, 16234 or 16220. The 16200 I believe has the smooth bezel and I don't like that one as much.

[alexwumbo]

Alright sounds good. Thank you

[alexwumbo]

The two tone isn't quite my style, but thanks for the info of that model.

[alexwumbo]

Thank you for the help in narrowing down the search results.

[EricH]

Just bought a watch born the same year I was as well (1977 Rolex Sub - 1680). Good luck on your search. My love of Rolex started around 2000 so pretty familiar with the references you list. The main difference is the bezels.

16234 - has the white gold fluted bezel
16220 - has the SS "engine turned" bezel - looks kinda of like the fluted but the bezel was steel. Rolex doesn't do this one anymore so may be a cool watch to have in the collection
16200 - has the smooth SS bezel

[alexwumbo]

That is awesome you got a Sub the same year you were born. Do you have any recommendations for watches made in 2000?

[Orangeface]

Though it’s not on your select list, I’ve always liked the 16610 Sub from 1999/2000 era with the “SWISS” only dial. Comfortable, unique, not ghastly overpriced (usually) and worthy of the hunt. Comes in both date and no-date configurations.

Also consider setting up a WatchRecon search for your preferred timepiece.

[EverCloserUnion]

Originally Posted by alexwumbo

Hello everyone!

I am looking to purchase a Rolex Datejust 36 that was manufactured in the year 2000, the year I was born. I have been researching the models and it seems like there were three reference models made.

1. 16234
2. 16200
3. 16220

Upon looking at eBay and Chrono24, I am a little confused with the design features and characteristics. If anyone is knowledgable about these models I would greatly appreciate a message.

Thank you!

Nothing to add to the great advice already posted, but wanted to say 'welcome' and congratulate you on being in a position to buy a Rolex at the age of 24 - that's a great achievement.

[Sublovin]

Why is this a thing? Just curious. Not criticizing at all, just curious to hear what the appeal is.