I have been looking for a Datejust with a slate index dial, machine turned bezel, and an oyster bracelet for over 20-years without much luck. They seem to be pretty few and far between. I was given one on my honeymoon in Bermuda in 1981. Around 1990 it was lost. Last week one came up on Bob's website saying it was a silver dial but it looked like slate. After my inquiry to confirm if it was slate, it was listed as a pending sale. I emailed Paul Papapostolou and he confirmed it was spoken for. I asked if it became available to let me know but I made up my mind I had missed the boat again. This past MondayPaul advised me it was available. Being that it was my 73rd birthday the next day, I became the owner. Like prior purchases from Bob's it arrived quickly and looks like a new. It is exactly like my prior slate dial Datejust and is the same year of manufacture!! I cannot thank Paul enough for remembering to get in touch if it became available. That is the mark of a super professional. I can now leave my son a watch just like the one his mother gave me in 1981. Back then, new it was $550. It was a lot more today, but worth every penny to close the loop. If you ever come across a slate dial Datejust with May 30, 1981 engraved on the case, CALL me please!!! I am a fan of Bob's watches, and I recommend all to buy with confidence.
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