Vintage Oyster Perpetual

Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual 8171

Triple Calendar Moonphase 'Padellone'

  • 38mm
  • Yellow gold
  • 1950 to present
  • Men's
The Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual, reference 8171. Produced 1950 to present. Below are the full specifications, plus what each part of the reference number means. If you own this reference and want to know what it is worth today, we buy it outright and appraisals are complimentary.

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Full specifications

Case

Case size38mm
Case materialYellow gold
CrystalAcrylic

Movement

FunctionsMoonphase

Reference

Wears asMen's
Produced1950 to present

How the 8171 compares

Side by side with the other Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual references we document. Only the specs that actually differ are listed.

8171 vs 6062

Spec8171 6062
Case size 38mm 36mm

8171 vs 6105

Spec8171 6105
Case size 38mm 36mm
Produced 1950 to present 1960 to present

Common questions about the Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual 8171

How big is the Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual 8171?

The case measures 38mm across. Case material: Yellow gold. Case size alone is a poor guide to how a watch wears; lug-to-lug length and how the bracelet drops off the case matter more, which is why we suggest trying one on before you commit.

When was the Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual 8171 made?

Rolex produced this reference from 1950 to the present day. Production years matter when you are valuing one, because dial, bezel and bracelet details often changed inside a single reference run.

Does the 8171 have a nickname?

Triple Calendar Moonphase 'Padellone'. Collector nicknames are not official Rolex names, but they are what people actually search for and what they are called across a showroom.

Does San Diego Jewelry Buyers buy the Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual 8171?

Yes. We buy this reference outright, and we lend against it if you would rather keep it. We are a family-owned San Diego buyer established in 2006, our appraisers are GIA-trained, and the appraisal is complimentary with no obligation to sell. You can bring it to our Gaslamp showroom at 907 Sixth Ave or start online. If you are looking to buy this reference instead, tell us and we will let you know when one comes in.

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