A classic vintage Datejust that perfectly captures Rolex’s timeless design language, this reference 1601 features a beautiful silver dial and fluted white gold bezel. With its Jubilee bracelet and original accessories, it represents an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a well-preserved full set from the late 1970s.
Details:
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Reference: 1601/550
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Year: ca. 1978
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Case Size: 36mm, stainless steel
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Bezel: Fluted bezel in 18K white gold
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Dial: Silver dial with applied baton hour markers
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Crystal: Acrylic crystal with Cyclops date magnifier
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Movement: Rolex Caliber 1570 automatic
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Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, date
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Bracelet: Jubilee bracelet in stainless steel
Set Includes:
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Original inner and outer boxes
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Original punched warranty papers (not dated)
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Rolex Datejust booklet
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Green document holder
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Additional original booklets and leaflets as shown
Condition:
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Honest vintage condition with visible patina on the dial
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Case shows signs of wear consistent with age
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Fluted bezel remains well-defined
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Acrylic crystal in good condition
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Bracelet with normal stretch for its age
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Running well with date changing correctly
The Datejust 1601 remains one of Rolex’s most enduring references, and this example - complete with original accessories and attractive vintage patina - offers authentic 1970s character with the reliability of the Caliber 1570 movement.
