Introduction
Released to celebrate Rolex's 40th anniversary in 1945, the Rolex Datejust has become one of the Genevan Giant's most iconic watches. The world's first wristwatch to display the date via an aperture on the dial, the Datejust revolutionized wristwatch design for decades to follow. With its emblematic Cyclops lens, jubilee bracelet (designed specifically for the model in 1945), and classy fluted precious metal bezel, the Datejust's aesthetic has always been that of pure elegance and class. Perhaps one of Rolex's most recognizable designs, the Datejust has evolved from its dressier roots into a perfectly capable timepiece rivaling the robustness of most brand's sports watches. Featuring a stainless steel case with a screw-down crown and caseback, the Datejust packs an impressive 100m of water resistance alongside its consistently capable movements and construction that have enabled it to become one of the best-equipped watches for daily wear and tear. Available with several different dial options, in a multitude of materials, and across many styles, the Datejust is an inescapable reflection of its owner, with a model out there to suit pretty much everybody's tastes and preferences.
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Grade
V 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch Only
Est. value range
$4,000 – $6,000
The Details
Brand
Rolex
Dimensions
36mm x 12mm
Model
Datejust
Movement
Automatic cal. 1570
Reference
1601
Bracelet
Stainless steel Jubilee bracelet
Year
1968
Condition
Very good
Material
Stainless steel and 18kt white gold
Included
Watch only
Dial Color
Black
Condition
Watch is in overall very good condition. Case shows signs of wear along surfaces as well as some accumilation of debris around the edges. The WG bezel retains a sharp well defined fluted edge. The gilt dial is in excellent condition, with some even surface texturing as visible in the dial image. Luminous dots are even and perfect still, and the tone matches the hands. The swiss rivet bracelet has 23 links, with little stretch.
Our Perspective
One of Rolex's most emblematic timepieces, the Datejust has stood the test of time and lives on with most of its aesthetic unchanged over the several decades it has been in production. It is a truly iconic watch.