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Rolex Datejust 1601 black dial

Name: Rolex Datejust 1601 black dial
Brand: Rolex

Rolex Datejust 1601 black dial

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Brand: Rolex
Typology: Vintage dresswatch
Year: 1977

The Rolex Datejust is not simply a model within the Crown’s catalogue; it is one of the pillars on which Rolex built its global identity. Introduced in 1945, the Datejust was the first self-winding wristwatch to display the date in an aperture at 3 o’clock, instantly becoming a benchmark for everyday elegance, reliability, and technical clarity. Owning a Datejust means owning a piece of Rolex history—an icon that has accompanied generations across decades without ever losing relevance.

This Ref. 1601 from 1977 perfectly embodies that legacy. The black dial offers a sober, confident aesthetic, striking the ideal balance between discretion and presence, while the fluted white gold bezel adds refinement without excess. The combination with the Jubilee strap enhances comfort and timeless elegance, making it a watch equally suited for daily wear or more formal settings. Recently serviced, this example is mechanically sound and ready to be worn without compromise—exactly as a Datejust should be.

In a serious vintage collection, a Datejust is not optional; it is foundational. It represents Rolex at its most authentic: functional, elegant, and built to last.

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Specifics

General info
- Reference: 1601
- Serial number: 5.xxx.xxx
- Case material: Steel
- Glass: Plexiglass
- Caseback: Screw-back
- Case diameter: 36.0 mm
- Bezel Materials: Gold
- Dial color: Black
- Dial numerals: No numerals
- General conditions: Great conditions
- Water resistance rate: Not waterproof
- Delivery contents: Watch only
Band or Strap
- Band material: Metallic bracelet
- Lug width: 20 mm
- Buckle type: Deployant
- Buckle material: Steel
Movement
- Calibre: Rolex 1570
- Movement type: Automatic
- Complications: Date