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29 November 2017, 02:29 PM | #1 |
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Any problems with this 1601?
I’m looking to purchase my first Rolex. I’m considering the one below. Do any problems stand out with it?
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29 November 2017, 02:44 PM | #2 |
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Nice fat boy dial and hands. Looks authentic to me! A couple of the lugs look a little thin and I see some corrosion in the case, but if the price is right then it would make a great first Rolex.
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29 November 2017, 03:00 PM | #3 |
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Nice piece overall wideboy dial and hands are nice
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29 November 2017, 10:21 PM | #4 |
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Looks like a nice piece. Cool wideboy dial . My grey 1601 from 1973 says hi Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
29 November 2017, 10:25 PM | #5 |
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Looks good, go for it if the price is right.
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30 November 2017, 01:23 AM | #6 |
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Nice one
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30 November 2017, 02:01 AM | #7 |
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To me 2 x things stand out. First the case looks very new ( might have been brushed recently ) Second the date wheel is to FAT. This is probably a build or a fake.
We need more pics and a picture of the movement. Check out this DW: http://www.sandersonandson.com/52141.shtml |
30 November 2017, 02:17 AM | #8 |
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Interesting. I'd definitely like to hear more.
Below are more pictures from the listing. I don't have the rep to post a link, plus I don't want to give the dealer a bad name unless there is consensus here. |
30 November 2017, 02:19 AM | #9 |
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The lugs look a little thinned, but also looks like some brush marks, as already stated. The dial really pops on this watch.
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30 November 2017, 04:57 AM | #10 |
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Thanks for the responses. The dealer is up front that the case shows signs of polishing.
Does anyone else have an opinion on the date wheel? All indications are that this dealer is trustworthy but I've been warned about the world of rebuilt Rolexes so I want to be as sure as I can be. |
30 November 2017, 05:42 AM | #11 |
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Watch looks good. The dealer is petty pretty solid also...only thing as others mentioned is really the case...but the old datejusts started out with thinner lugs so susceptible to thinning from polishing. I love that dial a lot.
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30 November 2017, 05:45 AM | #12 |
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It's a nice watch. Don't let some random guy on a watch forum put you off a watch over a 100 dollar date wheel. Probably less than 5% of vintage Rolex are 'original' Don't go down that rabbit hole, chasing what a watch was 40 years ago is a fool's errand.
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30 November 2017, 05:53 AM | #13 |
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But OH so rewarding when You find One of the 5%
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30 November 2017, 05:56 AM | #14 |
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Looks good to me, good luck!
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i agree 100%
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the watch pictured looks great and for it's age is in fantastic shape. buy it right and slap on a decent jubilee and you're good to go! |
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30 November 2017, 12:17 PM | #16 |
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Dealer is solid. If the price is good for you go for it.
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30 November 2017, 09:12 PM | #17 |
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Even for an early DJ, if the bracelet pins are sticking out through the side of the watch, you’re pretty much on the limit of the future polishing potential – now look at the top right lug
Just below that point, where the case meets the bezel, it looks like significant corrosion It is what it is – if you like it, go for it – but look at the whole watch, not just the dial …… |
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Datejusts and Rolex in general has the longest history of different font sizes, texts, text positions, etc. I've seen multiple examples of "fatter" text on datejusts. It's probably consistant with the age and era of the watch. -------- To the OP: What year? or whats the approx. serial number of the watch? The piece is beautiful especially with the wideboy hands. Don't forget the Datejusts in particular were meant to be a piece that shines and dress up during the 60s and 70s. Light polishing / polishing in general was very common back then. I won't worry too much about it unless it has significantly worn (lugs) or badly polished. I think I've seen these pictures before and judging by fellow members comments, the dealer/seller should be reputable. |
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They’re a reputable dealer. Buy with confidence. Nice looking watch!
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7 December 2017, 10:37 PM | #21 |
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Movement looks great! Like brand new, the May 17 service guys did a great job. I see the underside of the lugs have some damage as well. This goes with the territory. Looks to be the real Macoy, but buy the seller first.
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7 December 2017, 11:14 PM | #22 |
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I’m the OP and the dealer’s communication was great... until it wasn’t. He went dark for a week with two emails unanswered. I was ready to negotiate a price. Oh well.
Good news is Hodinkee popped up yesterday with a 1601 and it was just what I’m looking for - so I snagged it. It arrives today! https://shop.hodinkee.com/products/1...reference-1601 |
7 December 2017, 11:58 PM | #23 |
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Congrats OP, the case is in much better shape on this one. Please post a wrist shot when you receive it
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Very nice, a black dial 16XX is hard to beat. Here's my 1968 1603...
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9 December 2017, 03:15 AM | #25 |
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The 1601 from Hodinkee arrived yesterday. I absolutely love it.
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Congrats on your quest
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9 December 2017, 04:24 AM | #27 |
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Congrats looks very nice on you.
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9 December 2017, 05:27 AM | #28 |
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I was worried that 36 would be too small for my 7+ inch wrist but it wears great and I wouldn't change a thing.
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