Datejust 36mm Turn-O-Graph Steel and Yellow Gold

The Rolex Datejust Turn-O-Graph 116263 represents one of the Crown's most distinctive yet underappreciated models—a unique hybrid that combines dress watch elegance with functional sporting capability. This sophisticated 36mm timepiece features the distinctive Rolesor construction pairing durable stainless steel with warm 18k yellow gold accents on the rotating bezel, crown, and center bracelet links. The pristine white dial provides perfect contrast for excellent legibility, while maintaining the refined character expected from the Datejust collection.

Inside beats Rolex's reliable caliber 3135, delivering exceptional chronometric performance with approximately 48 hours of power reserve. The date function at 3 o'clock with iconic cyclops magnifier represents the practical innovation that gave the Datejust its name, while the rotating bezel adds timing functionality not found in standard models. Our team appreciated this example's excellent condition, showing minimal signs of wear despite being over a decade old. The robust Oyster bracelet provides sporting character that complements the functional bezel.

This Rolex Turn-O-Graph represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the brand's most distinctive references. With original box and card dated 24-JUN-2010, this timepiece combines genuine collectibility with everyday wearability. Master Luxury appreciates these distinctive models that occupy unique positions within Rolex's history—the Turn-O-Graph actually predated the Submariner as Rolex's first production model with a rotating bezel, earning it significant historical importance. For collectors seeking something beyond conventional Datejust configurations, this reference delivers both historical significance and functional versatility rarely found in dress watches, creating a timepiece that stands apart from more common Rolex models.