Rolex
*Unpolished* 1973 Rolex Two-Tone Datejust (Ref. 1601) Grey Sigma Dial
The Rolex Datejust is one of the most iconic and most beloved Rolex watches ever made, even though the Datejust was launched in 1945 it has remained a timeless classic and is instantly recognizable as an item of refined quality and functional design. The Datejust can be worn just as easily with a suit as it can be with jeans and a tee-shirt. The Datejust would make a great start for a new vintage collector, or be a great addition to an expanding collection.
There's so much to love about this early 70s Datejust reference 1601! This two-tone example is especially well preserved and delivers everything you want from an early dress watch, from the excellent fluted bezel, and desirable lume patina to the original two-tone bracelet. This is a perfect dress piece that sets itself apart from the crowd as an understated statement of individuality!
A Sigma dial is a Rolex dial named for the letters printed at the bottom of the dial at the 6 o'clock position. Most Rolex dials are commonly marked with “T Swiss T,” under the 6 o'clock marker, however, a Sigma dial is marked “σ T SWISS T σ.” This signifies the use of gold components within the dial.
SPECS
| Stock # | RLXTTDJ1601-73/3 | |
| Brand | Rolex | |
| Style | Datejust | |
| Model | 1601 | |
| Serial | 35XXXXX | |
| Size | Men's | |
| Material | SS / 14K YG | |
| Dial | Grey | |
| Millimeters | 36 | |
| Bracelet | Rolex Two-Tone 7836 Oyster Folded-Link Bracelet W/ 258 End Pieces |
CASE & BRACELET
The excellent case retains crisp angles with strong finishing throughout and is believed to remain unpolished. The yellow gold fluted bezel is also unpolished with only minimal signs of previous use. The unpolished case back retains its factory finishing. The original Rolex two-tone 7836 Oyster bracelet with 258 end pieces is stamped 4/72 and retains 13 links that show light stretch from use. The bracelet fits up to a 7 3/4 inch wrist.
DIAL & HANDS
The grey sunburst "pie pan" Sigma dial is very well preserved and absolutely beautiful, showing no damage and only a few minor spots of age. The tritium lume plots have achieved a vivid yellow coloration and show no degradation under U.V. light inspection. The original yellow gold hands match the dial perfectly and show no degradation under U.V. light inspection. The metallic gold date wheel is original with open 6's and 9's.
ACCESSORIES
None. The watch was recently serviced and is keeping time perfectly, backed by a 1-year warranty on accurate timekeeping.