The Rolex Perpetual Date that arrived today has a gray dial for the first time in a long while.
The bezel is a turned bezel, which is less common than smooth bezels.
Generally, the bezels that are in circulation are smooth bezels without notches,
The turned bezel gives it a sporty feel.
The design is said to have been inspired by airplane propellers.
However, it seems to have a slightly strong flavor, so it hasn't become very popular.
Perhaps because of this, the production numbers are low and it is much less common to see one than the smooth bezel model.
But personally, I really like the design,
I think the contrast with the sharp impression of the index is nice.
After that, from around the 1990s, sports models became popular around the world,
Since it started to be chosen by more people than dress watches such as the Datejust,
Perpetual date watches with turned bezels, such as the Thunderbird, began to become popular.
Due to the small number of original production, it gained a core fan base in later years.
It has now established itself as a "semi-sports model."
The dial colors are the same lineup as the smooth bezel.
This time the grey dial is in very good condition.
An exquisite color that gives a tighter impression than silver and doesn't feel as heavy as black.
The paint on the grey and blue dials of those days was weak,
It is also a color that is often corroded,
This particular item is in very good condition with no noticeable damage.
The very existence of a watch with such a beautiful grey dial is quite rare.
The bracelet is a plate-wrap bracelet unique to vintage Rolex.
Hard bracelets are also practical,
After all, vintage parts suit a vintage watch better.
This item is in good condition and can be used practically.
The design and dial colour are also exquisite.
This is an "adult watch" that can be worn casually without being too flashy.
