Rolex Datejust Ref. 1603 Silver “Linen” Dial

This watch performs a feat that is deceivingly hard to pull off: being truly versatile. Not many watches go equally well with shorts and flip-flops as with a three-piece suit. In fact, this watch could kill our whole business by being the only watch you actually need. It is just such a perfect blend of sporty and elegant. The design is so well balanced and timeless that is has existed in roughly the same shape since 1945 until today without looking dated at any point.

This specific 1603 is from 1971 and at first glance it might seem like a “simple” variant. Look closer and you spot a mesmerizing linen dial that adds a real sense of visual interest to an otherwise clean looking watch. It’s the details that matter!

A pie-pan dial, non-quickset movement, engine turned steel bezel and jubilee bracelet complete an awesome package.