When it comes to "budget" Rolex, there are few watches more attractive than an Oyster Perpetual.

It’s not hard to make the argument that the Oyster Perpetual is one of the most versatile time-only watches on the market, as all it takes is a strap change to transform this watch go a tuxedo accoutrement to a field watch or BBQ grill timer. When you factor in that they have been made available in a broad variety of fun dial color configurations, the appeal grows even more.

This particular example, a 31mm Reference 177234, dates to circa the 2008-2009 and features a 31mm stainless steel Oyster case with a stand-out sunburst silver 'Explorer' dial with applied pink luminous 'baton' indices and quadrant Arabic indices, a matching ‘stick’ handset, a fluted white gold bezel, and a stainless steel Oyster bracelet with Oysterclasp.

Everything you need, and nothing you don't. Arguably the purest expression of a Rolex!

These timepieces are incredibly versatile for everyday use, and can easily be dressed-up for formal occasions or dressed-down and worn as a sporty everyday companion.