{"product_id":"1974-rolex-lady-oyster-perpetual-date-6916-stainless-steel-blue-sunburst-dial","title":"1974 Rolex Lady Oyster Perpetual Date 6916 - Stainless Steel Blue Sunburst Dial","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Foundation In A Vibrant Hue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe Oyster Perpetual Date is a direct descendant of the watches that built the Rolex legend. It combines the original waterproof Oyster case with a reliable movement, forming the blueprint for every professional model that followed. This example from 1974 moves beyond the basics with its deep blue sunburst dial, a color that gives the foundational design a distinct personality. It represents a period when Rolex embraced more expressive dials, making their core models stand out.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Study In Simplicity And Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWhat makes this piece compelling is the purity of its configuration. The 28mm stainless steel case and smooth bezel create a clean, functional frame that allows the dial to be the centerpiece. The blue sunburst finish shifts with the light, offering a sense of depth that a flat dial cannot match. The original tritium lume plots add a layer of vintage warmth, marking this as an authentic piece from a classic era of watchmaking.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonest Vintage, Well Preserved\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eOverall, this watch is in good condition for its age. The blue sunburst dial is very well preserved. The crystal has a few light marks, but they are not immediately noticeable and do not detract from the overall appearance. The unpolished case shows honest wear consistent with a watch approaching fifty years old. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Proportions, Intentional Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a watch for someone who appreciates understated vintage design and the physical connection of a mechanical piece. The 28mm case is a classic size that wears with timeless comfort. As a manual-wind watch, it asks for a moment of interaction each day. The ritual of winding the crown creates a bond between owner and machine, a quiet routine that is often lost with modern automatic movements. It is a simple, reliable, and beautiful piece of Rolex history.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6916\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lady Oyster Perpetual Date\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1974\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual Wind\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28mm (Excluding Crown)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel Oyster\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits up to 6.9in\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Sunburst\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1746\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55615092982051,"sku":"11746","price":4250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/DSCF9486_20copy_202.jpg?v=1789758733","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/1974-rolex-lady-oyster-perpetual-date-6916-stainless-steel-blue-sunburst-dial","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}