Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1018 from 1968

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1018 – Serial 2145XXX – 1968 – 2-Year Warranty

Some watches don’t need a date window to make a statement.

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref. 1018 is purity in its most balanced form. Clean, symmetrical, and unmistakably Rolex. No distractions — just proportion, texture, and presence.

This example, dating to 1968 (serial 2145XXX), embodies everything that makes late-60s Oyster Perpetuals so desirable. The 36mm stainless steel case wears with that perfect vintage silhouette — slim, elegant, yet undeniably robust.

The dial is beautifully preserved, with crisp printing and a calm, understated character that makes this reference such a strong daily wearer. Paired with a handmade leather strap, the watch takes on a refined, almost dressy personality while retaining its sporty DNA.

Inside beats Rolex’s in-house automatic movement — reliable, precise, and built for decades of use.

This is vintage Rolex in its most honest form.
No noise. Just timeless design.

Technical Background

The reference 1018 was produced throughout the 1960s and is considered one of the purest expressions of the Oyster Perpetual line. Without a date complication, the dial remains perfectly balanced — a feature many collectors increasingly appreciate.

Powered by Rolex’s in-house automatic caliber from the 15xx family, the 1018 offers durability, accuracy, and the proven Oyster case construction that made Rolex famous worldwide.

Tech Sheet

• Model: Rolex Oyster Perpetual

• Reference: 1018

• Serial: 2145XXX

• Year: 1968

• Case: Stainless steel

• Size: 36mm

• Movement: Rolex in-house automatic (15xx family)

• Dial: Silver dial with applied markers

• Crystal: Plexi

• Lug width: 20mm

• Strap: Handmade leather strap

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with honest wear

• Warranty: 2-year warranty