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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1018 ‘Bucherer’

When people are just starting to get a feel for vintage watches, or more specific; vintage Rolex, there’s no better option than the 1018 Oyster Perpetual (OP). Oyster Perpetual means in Rolex terms that this watch has a waterproof case and an automatic movement. The automatic movement in this model is caliber 1570. Connaisseurs will know this movement from the Datejust’s from the 1960s, this is a very reliable chronometer-certified movement. Unlike the Datejust, this OP has no date-display, nor a cyclops. This design is for those who like it clean.

The problem some people have with the vintage Oyster Perpetuals is the size; 34mm is just two millimeters too small for a gentleman’s wrist. This is where things get interesting, the Oyster Perpetual with reference 1018 has a 36mm case. It is such a minor increase in diameter, but those two millimeters really matter on the wrist. Not only is the size more ideal, but this Rolex OP 1018 is also an incredibly rare watch. It was only produced for a few years and the slimmer 36 mm case was specially created for this short-produced model.

No matter what gender you have or what day it is, anyone can wear this beauty 7 days a week. Available now.

Year

1969
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Brand Rolex
Diameter 35 mm
Model Oyster Perpetual
Bracelet/strap: Steel
Reference 1018
Buckle/clasp Original steel folding clasp
Year of production (circa) 1969
Lug Width 20 mm
Material Steel
Set Content Original papers
Crystal Acrylic
Warranty 2 year (AWCo)
Dial color Grey
Movement Automatic

The Oyster Perpetual models by Rolex offer the purest, distilled form of Rolex magic. No complications, no frills. Just that superb quality we know and love from the house in simple, three-hand wristwatches.

The name Oyster Perpetual refers to two important Rolex technologies present in the watch. Oyster indicates the presence of several water-proofing technologies such as a screw-down crown and a screw-in case back. (Of course, any vintage watch should be treated as not water-resistant). Perpetual refers to a rotor-powered self-winding movement, which will be perpetually wound when worn. The nomenclature is a strong nod to Rolex history, as the Oyster case was patented in 1926 and their perpetual movement in 1931.

Note how many Rolex model names start with Oyster Perpetual and follow with a third specification, such as Datejust or Submariner. The lack of such additional labels indicate we are dealing with a no-complications, time-only Rolex.

A popular OP reference is the 1002. A clean, minimalist every day watch in a 34mm case. Its smooth bezel and Oyster bracelet, combined with a nice silver dial make it pretty much the most timeless and versatile watch you could dream of. A non-chronometer version with a different dial was sold as the Ref. 5500 Air-King.

Up until today, a whole range of different dial colors and sizes are available in the Oyster Perpetual range, so there is likely something to suit you. If it is a timeless, simple watch, made to the absolute highest standards you are after, the OP should not be underestimated.

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