1969 Rolex Datejust Ref. 1601 in Steel – "Silver" Dial

This Rolex Datejust reference 1601 in steel with fluted white gold bezel was produced in 1969 (serial number 199xxxx). It is presented on a very fine folded-links steel Jubilee bracelet, brimming with typical vintage charm. Its very fine silver sunburst dial is very well preserved and, as it should be, bears the inscription “T SWISS T” at 6 o’clock. The tritium-based luminous dots at the tip of the hour markers and on the hands have developed a superb warm and even patina. This watch belongs to the 160x Datejust series, celebrated and prized for their stepped, so-called “Pie-Pan” dials, which lend them an unmistakable vintage charm. In beautiful overall condition and recently serviced by a qualified watchmaker, this reference 1601 Datejust is an excellent vintage collector’s watch that remains perfectly suitable for daily wear, thanks to its build quality and the reliability of its automatic movement, Rolex caliber 1575.