| Brand | Rolex |
|---|---|
| Model | |
| Reference | 1601 |
| Year of production (circa) | 1974 |
| Material | Gold / steel |
| Crystal | Acrylic |
| Dial color | Champagne |
| Movement | Automatic |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Bracelet/strap: | Leather |
| Buckle/clasp | Generic plated |
| Lug Width | 20 mm |
| Set Content | Watch only |
Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601
Here we have an absolute winner of a Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601.
This particular example is fitted with a Sigma dial. A shared attempt among Swiss watch houses to boost perceived value, by indicating the use of gold in hands and indices, through the addition of a small sigma sign on either side of the T Swiss T marking. It is one of those features that make a watch extra attractive in collectors’ circles.
Also, take a look at the black accent in the hands and hour markers. Together with the champagne sunburst dial a real power watch.
Come and try this beauty on at Reestraat 3 in Amsterdam.
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Brand
Rolex
Diameter
36 mm
Model
Datejust
Bracelet/strap:
Leather
Reference
1601
Buckle/clasp
Generic plated
Year of production (circa)
1974
Lug Width
20 mm
Material
Gold / steel
Set Content
Watch only
Crystal
Acrylic
Warranty
2 year (AWCo)
Dial color
Champagne
Movement
Automatic
The Rolex Datejust is one of the most iconic watch designs ever made. We try not to use the term “iconic” too liberally, but it is surely justified here. Launched back in 1945 as the Ref. 4467, the design has been only marginally updated every now and then. And it has looked fresh and current ever since.
When it comes to vintage, two generations of Datejust are particularly popular; the Ref. 16xx and the later five-digit references. The 16xx models were made from the fifties until roughly 1978 and feature a beautifully dimensional pie-pan dial. Many of these came on folded jubilee bracelets and they did not yet feature a quickset date.
When the reference was updated to five digits around 1978, the pie-pan dial was replaced by a flat dial. The caliber was updated to now feature a quickset date. A decade later, in 1988, a new update saw the introduction of a sapphire crystal. For us, this is where vintage Datejust becomes modern Datejust.
Countless variations can be found. Different bezels, bracelets, dial colors, sizes and materials. The Datejust is one of the most beloved and versatile watches around. If you are looking for a one-watch-collection, that works equally well with shorts as it does with a three-piece suit, the Datejust is probably a pretty safe bet!
Of course it is of the utmost importance to get your purchase to your doorstep safely. Therefore, we ship all our packages insured worldwide.
We do our best to handle packages as soon as possible. This could take a max. of 3 working days. Note that the delivery times commence the day of dispatch.
Unfortunately, we cannot be held responsible for any delays caused by destination customs clearance processes, local duties and taxes, and items that are lost in transit.
We do our best to handle packages as soon as possible. This could take a max. of 3 working days. Note that the delivery times commence the day of dispatch.
Unfortunately, we cannot be held responsible for any delays caused by destination customs clearance processes, local duties and taxes, and items that are lost in transit.
Please email us for more information at info@awco.nl.