Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust in 18K yellow gold case. Perfect gold watch in 36 mm size that fits nearly any wrist and occasion. The watch is manufactured approximately in 1963-64. This beautiful watch comes with leather strap (Hirsch croco, high gloss, dark brown) and its original 18K gold bracelet. The original Rolex gold bracelet is very worn, so we recommend using the watch with the new leather strap that suits the watch brilliantly.
Things you might want to know about this watch (in short):
-the movement has been serviced, and its running well and accurately.
-case is still splash proof.
-dial is well preserved.
-18K gold case and the bracelet (especially) are worn and have not been refinished by us, but they look good and have a bunch of vintage feeling.
-caseback and clasp of the gold bracelet are both hand engraved, please check pictures.
-watch comes with manufacturers green service pouch and our letter containing information about the watch, no original box/papers left.
Details
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust
Case ref. 1601.
Case material 18K yellow gold.
Movement cal. 1560, mechanical automatic winding movement.
Watch has passed water resistance test to -0,4 / +3,0 bar (=30m, splash proof).
Case diameter approximately 36 mm, measured between 3-9 without crown.
Size between lugs: 20mm (strap attachment).
Fits wrist (diameter): 190 mm (19,0cm) and less.
Functions: Time, date at 3, central seconds, automatic winding movement.
Dial and hands condition: good, small scratches and marks, lume slightly cracked or worn off.
Case condition: used, not refinished by us, fairly rounded with scratches and marks, the case has been cleaned.
Bracelet/strap condition: new Hirsch genuine croco dark brown leather strap in high gloss. The original 18K gold bracelet is very worn and has lot of stretch between links (bracelet has been cleaned). We recommend using leather strap with this watch, as the gold bracelet is very worn.
Movement condition: good, professionally serviced and working as should, some marks of previous handling and some oxidation.
Glass condition: new plexiglass, with loupe at 3.
Guarantee: This watch is running well and working as it should, and it has been professionally serviced so that you can buy it with confidence. We offer 1 year guarantee for mechanical functionality for this watch. Watches require regular servicing and checking for water resistance. We recommend checking this watch at our atelier or official service center within next 2-3 years and bring it for additional cleaning once a year. Guarantee does not cover misuse of the watch or accidents (for instance if the watch is dropped or if the crown has been left open in a waterproof watch and water/moisture has entered the case, or if the watch has been taken to sauna).
Polus watchmakers commentary: This watch has been carefully checked at our watchmaking atelier for authenticity, overall condition, rate result and water resistance test. This Rolex Datejust is in moderate condition. The case has scratches and marks and is rounded from the corners. The 18K gold bracelet condition is very worn. The case is splash proof (tested to -0,4 / +3,0 bar = 30m). The movement has been professionally serviced and it is running well and accurately.
Even though we try our best to caption the honest condition of the watch in the pictures, they never tell the whole truth. We always welcome you to visit our boutique to try on the watch if possible. Please contact us if you have any questions considering the watch (box below). Every picture is of the actual watch.
This pre-owned watch is sold with margin scheme taxation. Included VAT will be stated 0% on the customers invoice.
