Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 Steel 116000 - 2009

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 Ref. 116000 (Steel, 2009)

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 with reference 116000 from 2009 is the purest and most minimalist essence of what defines a Rolex. It deliberately forgoes a Date magnifier or rotating bezels and instead focuses entirely on the brand’s two historic pillars: the waterproof “Oyster” case and the automatic “Perpetual” movement. When introduced in 2008, this reference generation marked the beginning of the modern, solid construction era for the Oyster Perpetual. With its perfectly balanced 36 mm diameter, it is a timeless, minimalist design classic that makes a confident statement on any wrist – the perfect entry into the world of Rolex and an enduring all-rounder.

• The distinctive domed stainless steel bezel: Unlike the sporty smooth or classic fluted bezels, this model features a slightly curved, high-polish “domed” bezel. This shape gives the watch a particularly harmonious, flowing profile and catches the light in a subtle way.

• The robust and modern case design: Made from the extremely corrosion-resistant Oystersteel (Steel 904L), reference 116000 brought noticeably more massive, wider lugs than its predecessors. This makes the watch more present on the wrist without losing its classic elegance.

• Fascinating dial variants of the era: The 2009 vintage is known for a wonderful variety of dials – from the sporty “Bullseye” design (with concentric circles) to the classic sunray blue and dials with the distinctive Arabic numerals 3, 6, and 9, strongly reminiscent of the genetics of the big sister, the Rolex Explorer.

• Legendary manufacture caliber 3130: At the heart of the watch works the extremely reliable automatic movement, which was also used in the Submariner without Date. Equipped with the temperature-resistant and antimagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring, this certified chronometer movement offers maximum precision and a power reserve of approximately 48 hours.

• First-class night readability: Depending on the dial variant, the hands and indices are generously filled with Super-LumiNova luminous material, guaranteeing perfect and error-free readability in the dark.

• Solid Oyster bracelet with hidden comfort: The classic is worn on the three-link Oyster Steel bracelet. The 2009 vintage already features modern, solid links and end links (Solid End Links) as well as the robust Oysterclasp folding clasp, providing an unshakable sense of quality.

• Uncompromising everyday suitability: Thanks to the screw-down Twinlock winding crown and the hermetically screwed case back, the Oyster Perpetual is absolutely dust- and waterproof up to a depth of 100 meters (10 ATM). The scratch-resistant Sapphire Crystal ensures lasting protection.

• A coveted neo-classic (vintage 2009): As a model from the early phase of this modern reference, this watch embodies the best of both worlds: the timeless, unobtrusive charisma of a classic 36 mm Rolex combined with the indestructible build quality of the modern era. An extremely value-stable piece for purists.