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Rolex Oyster 2081
Last updated: July 21, 2025

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Production Period:
1932-1935
Caliber/s:
Case Width:
32mm
Case Height:
~38mm
Lug Width:
16mm
Rolex Oyster 2081 Description
A manually-wound model from the early 1930s, historically significant as one of the very first Rolex “Oyster” watches. Housed in a classic cushion-shaped case, the 2081 was a foundational reference that introduced the world to Rolex’s patented waterproof system. Its importance lies in being a tangible piece of the technological breakthrough that proved a wristwatch could be robust and impervious to the elements, thereby establishing the brand’s reputation for durability and creating the blueprint for the modern sports watch.
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