Description: We are SECOND HAND HOROLOGY, thank you for looking! PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE DESCRIPTION SO THAT YOU ARE AWARE OF THE SIZE OF THE WATCH PRIOR TO MAKING A PURCHASE. AFTER READING, PLEASE MESSAGE US WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE PRIOR TO MAKING A PURCHASE. WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU. ROLEX Datejust - “The Datejust offers comfort as well as legibility and daily time management. Useful and practical, it was soon established as a precious instrument for the modern, independent, active wearer.” – From rolex.com/en-us. ROLEX Datejust Oyster Perpetual Ref. 1601 - Black Dial Jubilee Bracelet “The Datejust was the flagship of the Rolex collection.” We are excited to present one of Rolex's most popular models: the Rolex Datejust. This vintage timepiece is a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust automatic watch, reference 1601, featuring a striking black dial. Bearing the serial number 1235221, it was produced in 1966. It is crafted from stainless steel and features an 18K white gold fluted bezel. The Rolex Datejust has been around since 1945 and has undergone several updates over the years. The reference 1601 was introduced in 1960 and remained in production until approximately 1977. The Rolex Datejust is a milestone in watchmaking history and continues to embody Rolex’s definition of classic elegance. It was the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch to feature a date window at the 3 o’clock position. This innovative design was further enhanced in 1953 with the addition of the Cyclops lens, which provides a magnifying effect on the date display. It is a self-winding watch powered by the in-house Rolex caliber 1560 automatic movement, which features 26 jewels, a sweeping second hand, date indicator and is adjusted for accuracy in five positions and temperature. With a frequency of 18,000 beats per hour and a 42-hour power reserve, this Swiss-made movement bears the serial number D13714. Released in 1959 and remained in use until 1965, the Rolex caliber 1560 was the start of the second generation of the 1500 series calibers. Like all Perpetual movements, the caliber 1560 is a certified Swiss chronometer. It has been officially certified, timed and inspected for strict accuracy for the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC). The black matte pie-pan dial features baton hour markers and a white minute track, along with luminous dots and matching hands. The date window is positioned at 3 o’clock. Additionally, the dial is signed with the Rolex name and logo, as well as "Oyster Perpetual Datejust" and "Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified." Housed in a 36mm stainless steel case, this watch features an 18K white gold fluted bezel. It is equipped with a Rolex signature waterproof screw-down crown and a crystal with the magnifying effect of the Cyclops lens. The watch comes on the original Rolex Jubilee stainless steel bracelet, reference 6251H. It will fit a wrist up to 7 1/4" (18.4 cm). It is in excellent pre-owned condition and would be a fantastic addition to any vintage collection. Thank you for viewing! Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or reasonable offers. Movement: Montres Rolex S.A. Geneva Swiss Twenty-Six 26 Jewels Adjusted 5 Positions and Temperature Cal. 1560 D13714 Case Markings: Montres Rolex S.A. Geneva Switzerland Patented Stainless Steel 1601 Measurements (mm): Case Diameter 36 Case Diameter w/Crown 38.4 Case Lug to Lug 41.8 Case Thickness 12 Lug Width 20 Band Width 19 About ROLEX Oyster Perpetual – The first waterproof watch case Rolex made was the “Oyster” – And “Perpetual” refers to the perpetually winding rotor inside every Rolex watch. It was around 1945 when the name Oyster Perpetual first came out to be seen. The Oyster Perpetual watches combined the robust Rolex Oyster case with the Rolex self-winding movement. In 1926, Rolex launched the original Oyster watch – the first waterproof watch. “The Oyster name comes from an oyster, sealed keeping the bivalves closed keeping ocean water in. Of course, for a Rolex Oyster, the opposite is the goal, sealing the movement keeping water and dust out.” Then, in 1931, Rolex patented a self-winding movement that uses a weight to gently wind the watch as it is being worn on the wrist, and thus the word “Perpetual” was added as the watch could be perpetually wound. IMPORTANT – Please be prepared to stand behind any offer you make. Once we accept an offer, it takes the product off of the market for us AND other buyers. If you are considering making an offer and would like to know if we would accept a price, please simply mes3sage us and ask PRIOR to making the offer. We ask that you please make a formal offer only once you are committed to the offer. Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men’s watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women’s watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size. We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust the lighting, when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that. The condition is pre-owned. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended. Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have. It will be carefully packed. Please view our other listings. Thank you for looking! Please, if you have Zero or Low feedback, please contact us prior. Please be aware that the item you are bidding on or purchasing is a VINTAGE item. If this item is a watch, unless otherwise noted, it is keeping accurate time over a 2–4-hour time period. We specialize in watches that are 20-100 years old, and as such, these items are previously worn, and the quality of the item WILL reflect that. Expect for a vintage timepiece to have blemishes... this is part of what gives these amazing pieces their charm. Further, unless a watch specifically says that it has been recently serviced, expect that at some point in time, this timepiece will need a professional servicing in order to run and keep excellent time, which is also part of the experience of owning any mechanical watch. If an extremely accurate, worry-free experience is what you are seeking, we would recommend purchasing a new quartz watch. Very few, if any, vintage watches will keep as accurate time as a modern quartz watch. We do our absolute best to take accurate photographs of our items and to show any blemishes. Examples of common characteristics of a vintage timepiece are: -imperfections on the crystal -imperfections on case -imperfections on the lugs -unless stated that the strap is new, the leather is often quite old and may need replacing in the future -metal bracelets may not include all of the links that the watch originally may have come with, but can be replaced with a bracelet or strap of your choosing If the item is a piece of vintage jewelry, be aware that the item may have some minor blemishes such as: -missing stones (view photos, we will NEVER photoshop in a missing stone or piece) -minor scratches or discoloration -fading of plating -fading of paint We do our best to take accurate photos and provide accurate descriptions. Please take time to view our high-resolution photos of the item, and please ask any questions you may have prior to placing your bid. We want this purchasing experience to be pleasant and surprise-free. Vintage and antique items, unless "new old stock", have been around the block a time or two. Thank you for your business! We hope to see you return in the future! WA-4629
Price: 4900 USD
Location: Roscoe, Illinois
End Time: 2024-12-25T18:20:27.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Bezel Color: Silver
Max Wrist Size: 7.1-7.25 in
Number of Jewels: 26 Jewels
Indices: Baton Indexes
Year Manufactured: 1960-1969
Band/Strap: Rolex Jubilee
Vintage: Yes
Case Thickness: 12 mm
Case Color: Silver
Department: Men
Caseback: Screwback
Lug Width: 20 mm
Bezel Type: Fixed, Fluted
Watch Shape: Round
Style: Casual, Classic, Dress/Formal, Luxury
Case Size: 36 mm
Features: 12-Hour Dial, Central Second, Chronometer, Date Indicator, Luminous Hands, Luminous Indexes, Screwdown Crown, Seconds Hand, Self-Winding, Splash Proof, Swiss Made, Swiss Movement, Water-Resistant
Case Material: Stainless Steel, White Gold
Handmade: No
Water Resistance: 10 m (1 ATM)
Movement: Mechanical (Automatic)
Seller Warranty: No
With Papers: No
With Service Records: No
Reference Number: 1601
Brand: Rolex
Type: Wristwatch
Band Color: Silver
Customized: No
Band Material: Stainless Steel
Dial Color: Black
Band Width: 19 mm
Model: Rolex Datejust
With Original Box/Packaging: No
With Manual/Booklet: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland
Display: Analog
