Every model from the Rolex Datejust collection narrates a tale of elegance and tasteful progression. Both in terms of aesthetics and mechanism, Datejust has evolved gracefully since its historic debut as the first watch to display the date function. This Datejust reference 116233 is a luxurious two-tone version that features a significant design signature of the house that has become quite popular in the present day – the Rolesor construction — a combination of Rolex’s Oyster steel and gold. While the case here is entirely worked up in stainless steel, it’s the fluted bezel that is rendered in lush 18k yellow gold. The beauty of gold is further noticeable on the Jubilee bracelet and the screw-down crown.

For most of its existence, Datejust has typically been a 36mm watch, as is this reference, offering endless versatility as it settles elegantly on multiple wrist sizes. The slender profile aids in achieving the iconic dress watch stance of a Datejust, slipping easily under a sleeve cuff. In addition to keeping the design value high, Rolex has taken care to keep the watch’s functional score high as well. From the luminous applied indexes and hands to the contrasting hues that highlight the odd and even dates on the date window — the dial — though understated in appeal, is high in legibility and practicality.

At Second Movement, the pre-owned division of Ethos Watches, we adhere to a rigorous verification process where expert watchmakers carefully inspect every watch to certify its authenticity, ensuring it is not counterfeit. We also go to the maximum extent possible to ensure that the timepiece is not a stolen property and that all duties are paid. However, in the absence of any central database, a 100% verification is unlikely for any pre-owned entity in India. Nevertheless, we can still provide a provenance guarantee for watches purchased from Ethos.