Rolex Date Ladies 69160

Here we have a ref. 69160, a notable 26mm example of the Oyster Perpetual Date produced through the 1990s. On the wrist, it's a watch that will look as good today as it does fifty years from now, like so many Rolex watches, it has maintained a timeless quality which has made it a hit since its initial debut in the 1950s.

Above all, the Oyster Perpetual Date is characterized by its simplicity. With an Oyster case, a no-nonsense yet wonderfully familiar dial, the reliable caliber 2135, and an all-around excellent execution, you have a watch that is difficult to beat from Rolex in terms of value proposition and versatility. A smooth bezel compared to Rolex's signature fluted in combination with its petite 26mm sizing help ensure its distinction on the wrist, together aesthetically refreshing the idea of what a Rolex can and cannot be.

Serial: U,666,XXX

Year: 1997

Case Reference: 69160

Dial: Black

Case: 26mm - stainless steel

Bezel: Smooth

Bracelet: Stainless Steel Oyster

Movement: 2135 - Automatic

Glass: Sapphire

Accessories: No box or papers - watch only

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Second, Date

Bracelet size: 7”

Case has micro wear along the case sides with no major marks. Bracelet has light normal wear with nothing notable. Dial, hands, and crystal has no wear.

Rolex was founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis in London, before moving to Geneva in 1919 to be closer to the heart of Swiss watchmaking. From the start, Wilsdorf envisioned a wristwatch that was not only elegant, but also precise and reliable—an ambitious goal at a time when pocket watches dominated. Rolex went on to pioneer key innovations in horology, including the first officially certified chronometer wristwatch, the Oyster case (the world’s first waterproof wristwatch), and the Perpetual rotor—the self-winding mechanism that became the standard for modern automatic watches. These technical breakthroughs laid the foundation for Rolex’s enduring reputation for rugged luxury and mechanical excellence.

Today, Rolex is arguably the most recognized name in watches, with models like the Submariner, Daytona, Datejust, and GMT-Master becoming cultural icons in their own right. Whether tied to deep-sea exploration, motorsport, aviation, or mountain summits, each model reflects the brand’s commitment to performance and precision under extreme conditions. The brand’s status is bolstered by its unmatched consistency in design, rigorous in-house testing, and long-standing associations with exploration, sport, and achievement. For collectors and enthusiasts, Rolex represents more than a timepiece—it’s a benchmark of mechanical reliability, timeless design, and global prestige.