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Czechman · 17 October 2012, 10:16 AM

Greetings,

Hi, I'm back.

Been bitten by the "vintage bug" recently and have my eye on this one. It's a late 50s 1601 but the thing I really like about it is the hands, which I believe are called Dauphine (sp?).

Regardless, how does it look to you guys? If it's good what's a fair price for it the way it is with the leather strap and all.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

jolimont · 17 October 2012, 11:53 AM

I'm no Rolex expert but anywhere from 1500-2500
I got my 1969 1601 ss/wg with jubilee for 1600, but it was unserviced so I had to factor in the cost.
If the hands are "rare" then that might push the price up

crowncollection · 17 October 2012, 05:14 PM

They are dauphine hands they are not that rare, case looks pretty corroded around the edges, I would say this watch can no longer be waterproofed, just so you know. Not the greatest condition. Dial is also refinished the tritinium looks like it has no patina and is new

Goiguidoc · 17 October 2012, 05:33 PM

Agree with David!
The dial is probably refinished and relumed.
I would stay away of this one just because the case is a bit too corroded IMHO.

Czechman · 17 October 2012, 08:21 PM

Thanks everyone. I was wondering if that was corrosion or what. How does stainless steel get corroded? I mean if it's "stainless" I always thought that meant it didn't rust. Regardless, thanks for pointing that out.

You have to admit though, for a watch that old it looks surprisingly crisp and clean otherwise. The bezel also looks new, definitely never polished. It's so sharp.

I was considering this for my new daily driver and since I never wear my watches in the shower I may still consider it if the price is ridiculous.

Anyway, thank you very much for your help.

cajunron · 27 October 2012, 09:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Czechman

Thanks everyone. I was wondering if that was corrosion or what. How does stainless steel get corroded? I mean if it's "stainless" I always thought that meant it didn't rust. Regardless, thanks for pointing that out.

It doesn't rust in the same way as regular carbon steel does, but it can and will rust slightly if it is scratched or gouged and conditions are right.

crowncollection · 17 October 2012, 09:51 PM

Stainless rusts alright in this area, I am sure of that

Czechman · 26 October 2012, 09:56 PM

Someone paid over $2,100 for it.

Ebay link

Goiguidoc · 27 October 2012, 03:33 AM

With a bit of patience, I think you can buy a nice one at a cheaper price than this one.
No regrets

lilysdadjoe · 17 December 2012, 03:28 AM

Stainless steels name started as "Stains Less" when it was first manufactured. It will tarnish and rust, just not as easily.

17 October 2012, 10:16 AM	#1
Czechman "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Watch: See my signature Posts: 1,189	Opinions wanted on a 1601 I'm thinking of Greetings, Hi, I'm back. Been bitten by the "vintage bug" recently and have my eye on this one. It's a late 50s 1601 but the thing I really like about it is the hands, which I believe are called Dauphine (sp?). Regardless, how does it look to you guys? If it's good what's a fair price for it the way it is with the leather strap and all. Any help is greatly appreciated. __________________ "Woody and Jen say hey from North Kakalaki" 19019, 19018x3, 17000x2, 16570x2, 16220, 5700, 1501, 6564, 16030, 16710, 16610

17 October 2012, 05:14 PM	#3
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,215	They are dauphine hands they are not that rare, case looks pretty corroded around the edges, I would say this watch can no longer be waterproofed, just so you know. Not the greatest condition. Dial is also refinished the tritinium looks like it has no patina and is new __________________ watches many

17 October 2012, 08:21 PM	#5
Czechman "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Watch: See my signature Posts: 1,189	Thanks everyone. I was wondering if that was corrosion or what. How does stainless steel get corroded? I mean if it's "stainless" I always thought that meant it didn't rust. Regardless, thanks for pointing that out. You have to admit though, for a watch that old it looks surprisingly crisp and clean otherwise. The bezel also looks new, definitely never polished. It's so sharp. I was considering this for my new daily driver and since I never wear my watches in the shower I may still consider it if the price is ridiculous. Anyway, thank you very much for your help. __________________ "Woody and Jen say hey from North Kakalaki" 19019, 19018x3, 17000x2, 16570x2, 16220, 5700, 1501, 6564, 16030, 16710, 16610

17 October 2012, 09:51 PM	#7
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,215	Stainless rusts alright in this area, I am sure of that __________________ watches many

26 October 2012, 09:56 PM	#8
Czechman "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Watch: See my signature Posts: 1,189	Someone paid over $2,100 for it. Ebay link __________________ "Woody and Jen say hey from North Kakalaki" 19019, 19018x3, 17000x2, 16570x2, 16220, 5700, 1501, 6564, 16030, 16710, 16610

17 October 2012, 11:53 AM	#2
jolimont "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Will Location: land of oz Watch: sundial Posts: 2,219	I'm no Rolex expert but anywhere from 1500-2500 I got my 1969 1601 ss/wg with jubilee for 1600, but it was unserviced so I had to factor in the cost. If the hands are "rare" then that might push the price up

17 October 2012, 05:33 PM	#4
Goiguidoc "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Greg Location: Europe Watch: Rolex vintage Posts: 1,062	Agree with David! The dial is probably refinished and relumed. I would stay away of this one just because the case is a bit too corroded IMHO.

27 October 2012, 03:33 AM	#9
Goiguidoc "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Greg Location: Europe Watch: Rolex vintage Posts: 1,062	With a bit of patience, I think you can buy a nice one at a cheaper price than this one. No regrets

17 December 2012, 03:28 AM	#10
lilysdadjoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Joe Location: indiana Watch: My first Rolex Posts: 4	Stainless steels name started as "Stains Less" when it was first manufactured. It will tarnish and rust, just not as easily.

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