| Brand | Rolex |
|---|---|
| Model | |
| Reference | 1625 |
| Year of production (circa) | 1968 |
| Material | Steel & gold |
| Crystal | Acrylic |
| Dial color | Silver |
| Movement | Automatic |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Bracelet/strap: | Steel/gold |
| Buckle/clasp | Original steel folding clasp |
| Lug Width | 20 mm |
| Set Content | Original box |
Casual Oyster, Vintage Watches
Rolex Datejust Turn-O-Graph Ref. 1625 incl. Box
The Rolex Turn-O-Graph, particularly the reference 1625, holds a unique place in Rolex’s history, blending elements of both tool watches and dress watches. Much like its predecessor, the Ref. 6202, the Ref. 1625 was available in various case metals and dial configurations, including the sought-after gold and steel version with a silver dial, paired elegantly with a Jubilee bracelet. Due to the sheer number of variations, listing them all would be nearly impossible.
The Ref. 1625 held the longest production run of any Turn-O-Graph model and was replaced in 1977 by newer references: 16253, 16263, 16264, and 16268. These updated models featured the 27-jewel Caliber 3035 movement and introduced the quickset date feature. Interestingly, the dial did not display the “Turn-O-Graph” name. Instead, the text at 6 o’clock read “Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified.” Despite this omission, Rolex continued to include the iconic Turn-O-Graph bezel design, though the reason for this shift remains unclear.
With its silver dial and Jubilee bracelet, this gold and steel Rolex Turn-O-Graph is a timeless piece that bridges the gap between sporty functionality and refined elegance.
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Brand
Rolex
Diameter
36 mm
Model
Datejust, Turn-O-Graph
Bracelet/strap:
Steel/gold
Reference
1625
Buckle/clasp
Original steel folding clasp
Year of production (circa)
1968
Lug Width
20 mm
Material
Steel & gold
Set Content
Original box
Crystal
Acrylic
Warranty
2 year (AWCo)
Dial color
Silver
Movement
Automatic
The Rolex Datejust is one of the most iconic watch designs ever made. We try not to use the term “iconic” too liberally, but it is surely justified here. Launched back in 1945 as the Ref. 4467, the design has been only marginally updated every now and then. And it has looked fresh and current ever since.
When it comes to vintage, two generations of Datejust are particularly popular; the Ref. 16xx and the later five-digit references. The 16xx models were made from the fifties until roughly 1978 and feature a beautifully dimensional pie-pan dial. Many of these came on folded jubilee bracelets and they did not yet feature a quickset date.
When the reference was updated to five digits around 1978, the pie-pan dial was replaced by a flat dial. The caliber was updated to now feature a quickset date. A decade later, in 1988, a new update saw the introduction of a sapphire crystal. For us, this is where vintage Datejust becomes modern Datejust.
Countless variations can be found. Different bezels, bracelets, dial colors, sizes and materials. The Datejust is one of the most beloved and versatile watches around. If you are looking for a one-watch-collection, that works equally well with shorts as it does with a three-piece suit, the Datejust is probably a pretty safe bet!
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