Differences: Rolex Datejust 16013 vs 16233

In your hunt for a classic Rolex Datejust timepiece, you’ll want to know the differences between the vintage 16013 and 16233. From photos, they can appear to look very similar, but these two watches have many elements that set them apart from each other. In the photo above, the 16013 is on the left, and the 16233 is on the right. Let’s do a quick comparison of these two pieces:

ROLEX DATEJUST	16013	16233
Movement	Automatic, Swiss made, in-house	Automatic, Swiss made, in-house
Caliber	Rolex Caliber 3035	Rolex Caliber 3135
Case	Stainless steel with pierced lugs (holes)	Stainless steel with holes or no holes
Crystal	Acrylic Can be polished Is very anti-reflective thanks to the curves	Sapphire Much more scratch resistant Cannot be polished
Bezel	14K or 18K gold	18K gold
Bracelet	Stainless steel and 14K gold or 18K gold Find the 14 or 18 on the clasp	Stainless steel and 18K gold
Certified Chronometer?	Yes	Yes

Here are a few of the things to consider when searching for a vintage Datejust. Do you want a cool older piece with more history? Or a watch that is made more for everyday use?

Learn more: Comparison between the Rolex caliber 3035 VS. 3135
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