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SottoVoce · 19 August 2022, 07:12 PM

Hello everyone

I have been looking at a vintage Rolex Date 15505 (gold plated) in (really) good shape given its age with all paperwork. It has not sold yet which makes me think it's the price (mid 5's). What are your thoughts on what this is worth, desirability/collectability etc? I can get a similar two-tone DateJust for slightly less and it's probably more collectable. Wife doesn't like those as she would wear it from time to time.

Thank you!

Dan S · 19 August 2022, 11:11 PM

Overall, I don't necessarily see either model as terribly collectible (the gold-filled 15505 is uncommon, but not broadly popular IMO), so you should probably follow your own personal preferences rather than thinking about them as an investment.

Also, depending on the reference, specific dial, and condition, $5k may be a pretty high price for a TT DJ in today's market.

pk552502 · 19 August 2022, 11:55 PM

I used to own a 15505 that I bought for $1,300 back in about 2017. I sold it in 2019 or so for $1,500. It was the watch head only but it was in good shape and I had it serviced. Overall, I never could get used to the small 34mm size. I much prefer the 36mm size of the datejust. I also didn't like that it was gold plated instead of solid gold since I think gold plating is tacky. There's no way I would pay over $5k for a 15505 but that's just me. If I was in your shoes, I would definitely go for a datejust.

SottoVoce · 20 August 2022, 12:01 AM

Great feedback, both of you. Thank you. Thought the 16xxx were more popular, certainly more available but not all with pedigree

19 August 2022, 07:12 PM	#1
SottoVoce "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: US of A Posts: 20	Vintage Rolex Date 15505 questions Hello everyone I have been looking at a vintage Rolex Date 15505 (gold plated) in (really) good shape given its age with all paperwork. It has not sold yet which makes me think it's the price (mid 5's). What are your thoughts on what this is worth, desirability/collectability etc? I can get a similar two-tone DateJust for slightly less and it's probably more collectable. Wife doesn't like those as she would wear it from time to time. Thank you!

19 August 2022, 11:11 PM	#2
Dan S 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 5,962	Overall, I don't necessarily see either model as terribly collectible (the gold-filled 15505 is uncommon, but not broadly popular IMO), so you should probably follow your own personal preferences rather than thinking about them as an investment. Also, depending on the reference, specific dial, and condition, $5k may be a pretty high price for a TT DJ in today's market. __________________ @oldwatchdan on IG

19 August 2022, 11:55 PM	#3
pk552502 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Real Name: Paul Location: ohio Watch: 16570 black Posts: 442	I used to own a 15505 that I bought for $1,300 back in about 2017. I sold it in 2019 or so for $1,500. It was the watch head only but it was in good shape and I had it serviced. Overall, I never could get used to the small 34mm size. I much prefer the 36mm size of the datejust. I also didn't like that it was gold plated instead of solid gold since I think gold plating is tacky. There's no way I would pay over $5k for a 15505 but that's just me. If I was in your shoes, I would definitely go for a datejust.

20 August 2022, 12:01 AM	#4
SottoVoce "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: US of A Posts: 20	Great feedback, both of you. Thank you. Thought the 16xxx were more popular, certainly more available but not all with pedigree

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