Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 Watch, 1977, Champagne Mosaic Dial, Fluted Bezel, Leather Strap
Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 Watch, 1977, Champagne Mosaic Dial, Fluted Bezel, Leather Strap
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A 1977 Datejust with a champagne mosaic dial and a fluted bezel, on a black crocodile-embossed leather strap.
The Piece
Rolex was founded in London in 1905 and later settled in Geneva, and its Oyster case, patented in 1926, set the pattern for the modern waterproof wristwatch. The Datejust, introduced in 1945, was the first self-winding wristwatch to show the date in a window on the dial.
This reference 1601 carries the automatic calibre 1570 and a champagne dial with a woven, mosaic texture, baton markers and a date window at three o'clock. The bezel is fluted, the crystal is acrylic, and the strap is black leather embossed to resemble crocodile, closed by a gold-tone buckle.
The case is 36 mm (1.42 in) across, excluding the crown, with a lug width of 20 mm (0.79 in). The watch has been fully overhauled, the case back and crown gaskets have been renewed, and the case has been refinished.
Details
- Maker: Rolex
- Model: Datejust, ref. 1601, made 1977
- Material: Gold-coloured case, metal not stamped; crocodile-embossed leather strap
- Movement: Automatic, calibre 1570
- Measurements: Case diameter 36 mm (1.42 in), excluding crown; lug width 20 mm (0.79 in); fits a wrist up to 19.5 cm (7.7 in)
- Colour: Gold; champagne mosaic dial; black strap
- Fastening: Pin buckle
- Included: Watch only
Condition
- Grade AB in Japan: good, with light signs of wear.
- The dial and case look clean to the eye. At inspection the watch ran about five seconds a day fast on a flat tester.
Condition grade AB (light signs of use) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
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Case and caseback engravings, dial printing, movement, crown and bracelet are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Keep it away from magnets and damp, and have it serviced by a qualified watchmaker before regular wear.
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