THE PIECE
DATEJUST 1601
SILVER DIAL
The appeal of this vintage Rolex Datejust 1601 is in the contrast: a silver sunburst pie-pan dial, warm gold-tone markers, and a yellow gold fluted bezel that catches the light. Dating to approximately 1967, its classic 36mm size feels equally at home with a shirt cuff or a relaxed weekend outfit. Offered as a watch head only, ready for your choice of compatible 20mm strap.
THE WATCH
SILVER DIAL.
GOLDEN DETAILS.
The actual watch, photographed up close. Watch head only; no bracelet, strap, box or papers included.
THE WATCH
SILVER DIAL.
GOLDEN DETAILS.
Look closely at the stepped outer edge of the pie-pan dial. That small change in level adds depth around the minute track and gives this Datejust much of its vintage character. The silver sunburst finish keeps the palette versatile, while the gold-tone baton markers and yellow gold fluted bezel add warmth. At 36mm, the case has a restrained presence: enough detail to enjoy every time you look at it, with proportions that suit both casual and dressier styling. The acrylic crystal and Cyclops date magnifier complete the familiar Rolex look.
Choose this example if you want to make a vintage Datejust your own. A compatible black leather strap would emphasize its dressier side; brown leather would complement the gold details. Neither is included: this listing is for the watch head only, with 20mm lug spacing. Inside is a Rolex automatic movement marked 1570 with 26 jewels, working properly as described. The caseback is stamped 1601 and III.67. Visible case wear, aging on the dial and luminous plots, and discoloration on the hands are part of this specific watch’s condition. Examine the actual photographs closely before choosing it; no box or papers are included.
REFERENCE / 1601
THE DETAILS
- MODEL / REFERENCE
- Rolex Datejust / 1601
- APPROXIMATE YEAR
- 1967
- SERIAL
- 1708XXX — last three digits concealed
- CASE SIZE
- 36mm, excluding crown
- CASE
- Stainless steel
- BEZEL
- Yellow gold, fluted
- CRYSTAL
- Acrylic with Cyclops date magnifier
- CROWN
- Rolex-signed screwdown crown
- CASEBACK
- Stainless steel screwback; inside stamped 1601 and III.67
- DIAL
- Silver sunburst pie-pan dial with stepped outer edge
- MARKERS
- Applied gold-tone batons; Rolex coronet at 12
- HANDS
- Gold-tone hour, minute and central seconds
- DATE
- Window at 3 o’clock
- MOVEMENT
- Rolex automatic mechanical; marked 1570
- JEWELS
- 26
- FUNCTIONS
- Hours, minutes, central seconds and date
- OPERATION
- Working properly
- COUNTRY
- Switzerland
- LUG WIDTH
- 20mm
- INCLUDED
- Rolex Datejust 1601 watch head only
- BRACELET / STRAP
- Not included
- BOX / PAPERS
- Not included
- CONDITION
- Pre-owned vintage. Visible scratches and wear on the case and caseback. Dial, hands and luminous plots show aging, including discoloration on the hands. Review all photos closely.
EVERY ANGLE
CLOSE UP.
Original photographs of the actual watch.
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