Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel and Yellow Gold

The Rolex Datejust Ref. 116233 represents the quintessential two-tone luxury watch combining Oystersteel with 18k yellow gold in Rolex's signature Rolesor construction. This 36mm timepiece features silver dial with applied hour markers and fluted 18k yellow gold bezel creating the iconic Datejust aesthetic. Manufacture Caliber 3135 delivers 48 hours power reserve with COSC chronometer certification ensuring precision within -4/+6 seconds daily. Water resistance to 100 meters maintains Oyster case heritage. Jubilee bracelet in two-tone construction provides comfortable wearing experience with five-link design.

Reference 116233 introduced around 2005 updated the classic Datejust design with modern refinements over predecessor 16233. Key improvements include solid-link bracelet construction replacing hollow links for enhanced durability and weight, polished lugs versus brushed finish creating more luxurious appearance, and engraved rehaut featuring "ROLEX" motif providing anti-counterfeiting protection. Caliber 3135 contains 31 jewels beating at 28,800 vph with Parachrom hairspring offering superior shock resistance and temperature stability. Quickset date function enables independent date adjustment without affecting hour hand position. Cyclops lens magnifies date display 2.5 times improving readability.

Rolesor construction pairs Oystersteel case middle and outer bracelet links with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel and center bracelet links creating warm two-tone aesthetic. Silver dial offers versatile appearance suitable for formal and casual occasions. Applied hour markers in yellow gold prevent tarnishing over decades of wear. Date window at 3 o'clock position features Cyclops magnification. Jubilee bracelet with five-link design provides elegant drape on wrist versus sportier three-link Oyster alternative. Concealed Crownclasp folding mechanism ensures secure wearing. This preowned example represents accessible Datejust ownership with classic 36mm sizing and two-tone Rolesor construction appealing to collectors valuing timeless design and COSC-certified chronometer accuracy in versatile dress-sport watch configuration.