Vintage Rolex Datejust 36 Silver Dial 1970 [REF. 1601]
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Vintage Rolex Datejust 36 Silver Dial 1970 [REF. 1601]
A classic Rolex Datejust 1601 from 1970 – one of the most iconic dress/daily wear models ever, presented here in a technically excellent and aesthetically highly refurbished configuration.
Highlights
- Reference 1601
- Year of manufacture 1970
- Automatic movement Cal. 1560
- Classic 36 mm Oyster case
- Silver dial in "mint" condition
- Very good timekeeping (+1 s/day)
- Jubilee-like appearance due to steel bracelet
Technical data
- Diameter: 36 mm
- Lug width: 20 mm
- Weight: 80 g
- Case: Stainless steel
- Dial: Silver/White (Mint)
- Crystal: Acrylic glass
- Water resistance: Not tested
- Bracelet length: 19.5 cm
Condition (subjective assessment)
- Case: Very Good
- Bezel: Very Good (aftermarket)
- Crystal: Mint
- Movement: Mint
- Bracelet: Very Good
- Dial: Mint
- Caseback: Very Good
Work performed
- Professionally cleaned and tested
Movement
- Caliber: Rolex Cal. 1560
- Type: Automatic
- Power reserve: approx. 44 hours
- Timing results: +1 s/day
- Amplitude: 272°
- Beat Error: 0.1 ms
Scope of delivery
- Watch
- Travel box
- In-house certificate of authenticity
Conclusion
A very attractive Rolex Datejust 1601 with a strong overall appearance and very good timekeeping. Particularly interesting for buyers looking for a classic 36mm vintage-style Rolex – however, with the note that the bezel is not original, which affects the collector's value compared to fully original examples.