Rolex
1983 Rolex Oyster-Perpetual Date (Ref. 15000) Silver "Pumpkin Lume" Dial W/ Papers & Hangtag
The Rolex Oyster-Perpetual Date is one of the best value-per-dollar Rolex watches that exists on the market today. Priced slightly below the more predominantly known and slightly larger Rolex Datejust, the vintage OP Date is often found in great condition with unique dials that offer more presence than could be achieved by case size.
The Oyster-Perpetual Date ref. 15000 is an uncommonly seen and often overlooked model that is actually quite the wolf in sheep's clothing. This model was introduced in 1980 and is the very transitional– direct successor to the long-running Rolex ref. 1500 model line. The ref. 15000 employs the updated Rolex cal. 3035 movement, which possesses a quick-set date function, and an updated bracelet, but while also sporting tritium dials and acrylic crystals. The updated functionality and vintage flair of the Oyster-Perpetual ref. 15000 is hard to match, especially for its price point.
SPECS
| Stock # | RLXOP15000-2 | |
| Brand | Rolex | |
| Style | Oyster-Perpetual Date | |
| Model | 15000 | |
| Serial | 75XXXXX | |
| Size | Men's | |
| Material | Stainless Steel | |
| Dial | Silver | |
| Millimeters | 34 | |
| Bracelet | Rolex 78350 Oyster Bracelet W/ 557 End Pieces |
CASE & BRACELET
The exceptionally crisp case retains very thick and symmetrical lugs with sharp finishing and edges present throughout, and no notable evidence of being previously polished. The case exhibits only minor signs of previous use as well. The smooth stainless steel bezel displays minimal wear and features crisp edges. The original Rolex 78350 Oyster bracelet with 557 end pieces retains 12 links that show light stretch and will fit up to a 7.25-inch wrist. The bracelet links do exhibit some signs of polish on the 6 o'clock side.
DIAL & HANDS
The original silver sunburst dial is in perfect condition, showing no damage or age. The tritium lume plots have developed a vivid orange-yellow "pumpkin" patina and exhibit no degradation under UV light inspection. The original tritium hands match the dial perfectly with no degradation present when inspected under UV light. The white date wheel is original with "open" 6's and 9's.
ACCESSORIES
The watch comes with its original Rolex guarantee paper and serialized hangtag. The watch is keeping time, though the service history is unknown. A movement service can be purchased upon request.
