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11 January 2023, 05:22 AM | #1 |
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My First Rolex - Datejust 16030 Tapestry Dial
Just received my first "keeper" Rolex. (I did previously have a 16030 that I flipped after a week, and currently have a Tudor BB 58, but this is my first real, "I'm gonna keep this one" Rolex.) Got it from Ponycar350 in the Classifieds and it's beyond my expectations! Thanks, Jared!
This has a slate grey tapestry dial and is in seriously beautiful, near mint condition. I couldn't be happier. I also have looked more closely at the open 6 and 9 and think it may be the original date wheel. I had posted some questions about it a week ago and couldn't tell for sure given the grainy photos. But I've taken some fresh ones, so if any of you have an educated opinion on this, please let me know. Either way, I'm pretty excited. Last edited by shudder; 11 January 2023 at 05:29 AM.. Reason: Added photos |
12 January 2023, 01:09 AM | #2 |
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Very nice DateJust. This is a classic reference and a great piece to add to any collection. That Tapestry dial looks killer, too and gotta love the open 6 and 9s on the date wheel. The 16030 was my first Rolex.
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12 January 2023, 01:11 AM | #3 |
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That just screams wallstreet. Beautiful
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12 January 2023, 01:22 AM | #4 |
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That's a beautiful watch and great shot!
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12 January 2023, 04:13 AM | #5 |
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Looks great! And that date wheel looks original and correct to my eyes. What's the beginning of the serial number?
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Edit: I've looked around and apparently the R serial number can be between mid 1987 through 1988, so it's likely the bracelet and head were together from the beginning. Or at least not unlikely. :) Last edited by shudder; 12 January 2023 at 06:14 AM.. Reason: More info |
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12 January 2023, 08:12 PM | #7 |
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Congrats!
Health to enjoy.
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12 January 2023, 10:07 PM | #8 |
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Such a classic watch! Enjoy it and wear it in good health!
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12 January 2023, 10:22 PM | #9 |
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Congratulations.
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13 January 2023, 01:14 AM | #10 |
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Thanks, Guys! I'm really enjoying it so far!
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13 January 2023, 01:36 AM | #11 |
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Love that dial
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13 January 2023, 05:41 AM | #12 |
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Congratulations, it looks great! I think the gray is the best color among the tapestry dials.
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13 January 2023, 05:49 AM | #13 |
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Lovely 'corrugated (many of us called it in 80s in uk) tapestry' dial and grey is a fine version.
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13 January 2023, 06:51 AM | #14 |
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Nice Datejust! Enjoy.
I have bought and sold a lot with Jared. He is A+. Just picked up a watch from him last night.
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13 January 2023, 07:24 AM | #15 |
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Beautiful watch. Congrats!
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31 January 2023, 01:52 PM | #16 |
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Really nice watch. I love the tapestry dial in grey, as well as white. Both are unique.
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1 February 2023, 05:45 AM | #17 |
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Gorgeous. I’d take that over any modern datejust
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13 February 2023, 02:28 PM | #18 |
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That's a legit open 6.
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