These Three Vintage Rolexes Are (Kinda) Affordable

Earlier this week, my colleague extolled the virtues of the Rolex OysterDate Precision, an entry-level Rolex that has evaded the surging of vintage Rolex prices Given that you can usually find one for less than $3,000, it does make a great gateway’s into vintage Rolex ownership – though it is not, however, the only old-school Rolex you can find in that price range Even some beloved chronometer-certified watches from the Crown can be had at a relatively low price – here are three you can get right now for around $3,000 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Circa 1981 What we like: With a sleek case and a dateless-dial, the Oyster Perpetual is about as simple as they come.

This particular example looks to be in great condition with a pristine, shimmering dial and nicely-aged tritium lume And at just $2,650, this is about as affordable as Rolexes come. From the seller: Case shows light wear . Source