✅ Why Buy This Watch?

• Rare Unpolished Condition – Retains original factory lines, untouched by modern refinishing

• Original Set – Includes Rolex box and manual from 1978

• Investment-Worthy – The Oysterquartz series is on the rise among vintage Rolex collectors

• Iconic Two-Tone Look – Fluted gold bezel and champagne dial epitomize Rolex elegance

• Functional & Durable – Recently serviced quartz movement with new battery

• Historic Design Influence – Thought to inspire the current Rolex Land Dweller aesthetic

• Great Value Vintage Rolex – A 1970s classic at an accessible price point

Rolex Oysterquartz 17103 – 1978 – Two-Tone Vintage Classic 

A bold expression of Rolex’s forward-thinking 1970s design, this Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 17103 is a highly collectible timepiece. Dated to 1978, this watch is offered with its original Rolex box and manual, and remains in fine working order, powered by the legendary Calibre 5035 quartz movement. Its striking two-tone design and sharp case lines make it a standout among vintage Rolex models.

Increasingly admired by collectors, the Oysterquartz has even been linked to design influences seen in the modern Rolex “Land Dweller”.

🔑 Key Features:

• Model: Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust

• Reference: 17103

• Year: 1978

• Case Size: 36mm

• Case Material: Stainless steel with 18k yellow gold fluted bezel

• Dial: Champagne with gold-tone baton hour markers

• Crystal: Sapphire (with light surface marks between 10 and 11 o’clock)

• Crown: 18k yellow gold, screw-down

• Bracelet: Integrated steel and gold two-tone bracelet with double fold clasp – fits up to 18.5cm wrist

⚙️ Movement:

• Calibre: Rolex 5035 Quartz Movement

• Jewels: 11

• Battery Status: Recently replaced

• Performance: Tested and running in excellent working order

📦 Condition Report:

• Overall Condition: Unpolished and in original vintage state with age-consistent signs of wear

• Case: Some surface marks, but edges remain sharp and unrefinished

• Crystal: Minor marks visible between 10–11 o’clock

• Bracelet: Full length, tight with moderate wear

• Presentation: Comes with original box and manual

💬 Our View:

This unpolished Rolex Oysterquartz 17103 is a wonderful example of a bold, retro-inspired design that’s only recently gaining the recognition it deserves. Its unique integrated case and bracelet architecture, along with its reliable quartz movement, represent a very different and collectible chapter in Rolex’s history.

📍 Viewings Available:

This watch is available for viewing and collection by appointment at our Mayfair, London location.