Serving the Barrie and surrounding area for over three generations and counting
Bill LeBoeuf Jewellers takes great pride in providing our customers with a premium customer service experience and Barrie’s finest selection of watches, diamond and gemstone settings, including jewellery in platinum, white and yellow gold. Our in house custom jewellery designs range from engagement rings and wedding rings to diamond pendants and earrings. In addition, we are continuously updating our estate jewellery collection which includes watches by Rolex, Tag Heuer, Cartier and Breitling as well as many other premium brands.
Our on-site gemologist and goldsmith designers are highly knowledgeable and are available to share their years of experience with you. They will answer any questions you have about your existing piece or will assist you in finding or designing that unique gift.
Let us earn your trust. We have been doing that with our customers from the Barrie and surrounding area for the past 60 years and with the recent expansion of our on-line offerings, we are excited to be building customer loyalty all over Canada and the United States.
Latest Vintage Piece
Rolex Oyster Date 34 (35.3mm) 115234. 18kt. white gold bezel. $8,800.00 CAD. 505-00596
Rolex no longer produce an Oyster Date in 34mm diameter. The actual measurement of this watch is 35.3mm according to our calipers. It’s no wonder this model was retired a few years ago, because Rolex still make the waaaaay more popular Datejust 36 that does measure a true 36mm.
The 34mm (35.3mm) Oyster Date was seen as somewhat of a lesser watch for some reason although it was virtually identical to the popular Datejust 36. I think it’s mostly a psychological preference for the Datejust because dimensionally speaking it is almost indistinguishable. In reality this watch it the perfect choice for anyone with wrist size of anywhere around 6 1/2 inches. It’s the Goldilocks size for plenty of people. We seldom see these models but almost always have a modern 0.7mm larger size in stock. Looking at the preowned watch marketplace Chrono24.com shows the 34mm model 115234 is outnumbered more than 12 to 1 compared to the 36mm version reference 116234, making this watch a rather rare find. Our example comes with the classic black dial. The glossy finish with large luminous hour markers, is the classic Rolex look in any lighting situation.
This example also features the upgraded fluted bezel in solid 18 karat white gold showing only minor softening to its sharp crisp edges, suggesting this watch hasn’t been continuously worn. The protective case-back sticker is still in place although yellowed.
From a mechanical perspective the movement inside is the Rolex inhouse calibre 3135. This is the identical mechanism you’ll find in the Datejust 36 and the Submariner.
Other features this watch showcases are what makes Rolex watches so durable. A sapphire crystal offer exceptional optics and hardness. The treaded crown and case-back keep the internals protected from debris and moisture, with a water resistance rating of over 300 feet. The mechanical locking buckle with “easylink” 5mm extension provide a touch of extra length for those hot and sticky days.
There are no original documents or box supplied with the watch. It is working great and keeping good time. We are happy to supply the next owner with a 1 year warranty. Rolex are still making a 36mm version almost identical to this watch for $11,800.00. Our uncommon Rolex Oyster Date 11524 is estate priced at $8,800.00 CAD. Stock #505-00596.
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We are always looking to buy your estate pieces including brands such as Rolex, Cartier, Breitling, Tag Heuer, along with gold and diamond jewellery.
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