The Rolex 1601 may
be one of the most underestimated vintage models. When compared with sports
models such as the 1680, 5513 or the 1675, the 1601 has a way lower price tag
and it is a very good entry-level vintage Rolex.
When we speak of
vintage Rolex watches, we sometimes pay too much attention on the sports models
and the value they fetch in auctions. In fact, if you want to complete your
vintage look, the 1601 can be a way more appropriate choice than a vintage
Submariner. A real vintage watch should remind the wearer of the age in which
the watch was produced. The 1601 can do just that.
As one of the most
iconic and classic designs from Rolex, the Datejust 1601 is offered in a 36mm
stainless steel case. Unlike a vintage Submariner or a GMT, a vintage Datejust
is often felt to be less modern and more a “Grandpa’s watch”. However, when you
are trying to look for a vintage watch, you have to bear in mind that you are
not looking for something modern. That is also the interesting point about
vintage watches. They are like a huge time machine that brings you style not of
today.
At 36mm, the
dimension is just about right for vintage style. Watches were smaller as people
had smaller wrists than today. The 1601 offers you many different dial options.
One of our favorite dial is the linen style dial. However, like the 1803 we
introduced earlier, dials that have developed certain hue because of time are
more attractive. A greyish silver dial can be very elegant with the fluted
bezel, an acrylic crystal and a nice calf strap.
Speaking of the
strap, it is another interesting point about the 1601. Just like the 1803, a
dressy Rolex always gives you a lot of possibilities. You can pair the 1601
with a calf strap or on dressier occasions, an alligator strap. Other choices
include leather Nato straps and bund straps which are equally stylish when used
on the 1601.
A 1601 without the
Jubilee bracelet comes under 20k HKD and no more than 30k with the Jubilee
bracelet. It is indeed a very good entry-level vintage Rolex. In the sea of Submariners
and GMTs, a dressy Rolex 1601 can make you stand out from the crowd.
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