Quick Comparison Guide: Stainless Steel Rolex Datejust 16000, 16014, 16030, 16200, 16234, 16220

Since it’s one of the longest-running Rolex dress watch models in production, there is a huge variety of stainless steel Rolex Datejust to choose from. Also, if you’re looking to buy one and would like to educate yourself on the details, read our comprehensive comparison guide for stainless steel Datejust 160xx vs 162xx models. This guide will outline the differences between the Datejust 16000, 16014, 16030, 16200, 16234, and 16220.

Rolex Datejust 16000 vs. Rolex Datejust 16200

Model	Rolex Datejust 16000	Rolex Datejust 16200
Case Diameter	36mm	36mm
Manufacturing Period	Late 1970s – Late 1980s	Late 1980s – Mid 2000s
Metal Type	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Weight	Lighter	Heavier
Crystal Type	Acrylic (Plastic)	Sapphire
Movement	Caliber 3035; Quickset	Caliber 3135; Quickset
Dial Lume	Tritium	Tritium/Luminova/SuperLuminova
Bezel	Smooth (Domed); Stainless Steel	Smooth (Domed); Stainless Steel
Case Details	Lug Holes	Lug Holes/No Lug Holes
Bracelet	Oyster/Jubilee	Oyster/Jubilee
Clasp	Flip	Flip
Links	Hollow; Oval/D-Link	Hollow; D-Link
End Pieces	End Pieces	End Pieces

Rolex Datejust 16014 vs. Rolex Datejust 16234

Model	Rolex Datejust 16014	Rolex Datejust 16234
Case Diameter	36mm	36mm
Manufacturing Period	Late 1970s – Late 1980s	Late 1980s – Mid 2000s
Metal Type	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Weight	Lighter	Heavier
Crystal Type	Acrylic (Plastic)	Sapphire
Movement	Caliber 3035; Quickset	Caliber 3135; Quickset
Dial Lume	Tritium	Tritium/Luminova/SuperLuminova
Bezel	Fluted; White Gold	Fluted; White Gold
Case Details	Lug Holes	Lug Holes/No Lug Holes
Bracelet	Oyster/Jubilee	Oyster/Jubilee
Clasp	Flip	Flip
Links	Hollow; Oval/D-Link	Hollow; D-Link
End Pieces	End Pieces	End Pieces

Rolex Datejust 16030 vs. Rolex Datejust 16220

Model	Rolex Datejust 16030	Rolex Datejust 16220
Case Diameter	36mm	36mm
Manufacturing Period	Late 1970s – Late 1980s	Late 1980s – Mid 2000s
Metal Type	Stainless Steel	Stainless Steel
Weight	Lighter	Heavier
Crystal Type	Acrylic (Plastic)	Sapphire
Movement	Caliber 3035; Quickset	Caliber 3135; Quickset
Dial Lume	Tritium	Tritium/Luminova/SuperLuminova
Bezel	Engine Turned; Stainless Steel	Engine Turned; Stainless Steel
Case Details	Lug holes	Lug Holes/No Lug Holes
Bracelet	Oyster/Jubilee	Oyster/Jubilee
Clasp	Flip	Flip
Links	Hollow; Oval/D-Link	Hollow; D-Link
End Pieces	End Pieces	End Pieces

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