Hi, all. New Buyer. Advice, perhaps, on this?

[Roda]

PRE-OWNED ROLEX
DATE CIRCA 1971 STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC

Reference#: 1500, 36 mm diameter, Stainless Steel

$4000.00


How does that sound to those with experience? Tough world to navigate.

Thank you, all.

[swaini3]

?? Cant expect advice without pictures...

[Roda]

Thanks for responding. Here are a few.

[Roda]

Here you go.

[Dan S]

Originally Posted by Roda

PRE-OWNED ROLEX
DATE CIRCA 1971 STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC

Reference#: 1500, 36 mm diameter, Stainless Steel

$4000.00


How does that sound to those with experience? Tough world to navigate.

Thank you, all.

I think it might be 34mm, not 36mm.

[Roda]

That's why I thought it was interesting. Unless it's not the truth.

Thanks for responding!

[Roda]

I'm old. It's my birth year, which is another reason I thought it was sorta cool.

[swaini3]

These mosaic dials are beautiful. Attached clearer pictures so others can share their views ;)

[Roda]

Thanks. These are as clear as I can get the photos, unfortunately. Which is my fault, not theirs.

[Stan Cooper]

1971? Heck, that's not old; 1942 is old.

The photos, such as they are, look nice, but buy the seller. IOW, always buy from a trusted seller.

[Roda]

now. :)

[Stan Cooper]

You'll want to know if the sale includes original box and papers, when it was last serviced, and by whom. The price looks fair if it's in good condition.

[Roda]

Thanks. It's from Torneau. I'll check about the box and papers but I highly doubt it.
Thanks again.

[Stan Cooper]

Tourneau is a respected seller, so there shouldn't be any issue there. Checking Ref 1500 prices online, $4,000 is on the high side; prices seem to be averaging around $3,000 - $3,500.

[Roda]

Great, thank you. I'm really into the mosaic dials and wasn't sure how common they were. Would;d that add to the price or not really? Thanks again for answering. Really cool support world here.

[Stan Cooper]

Originally Posted by Roda

Great, thank you. I'm really into the mosaic dials and wasn't sure how common they were. Would;d that add to the price or not really? Thanks again for answering. Really cool support world here.

Sorry, I don't have an answer for you on the rarity or value of the dial. It is a very handsome daily wearer all around timepiece.

[Roda]

That means a lot, thank you.

[Roda]

And I've had a hard time finding watches like this in 36mm. It's like they almost all seem like 34mm.

[Dan S]

Originally Posted by Roda

And I've had a hard time finding watches like this in 36mm. It's like they almost all seem like 34mm.

The DateJust is 36mm.

[Roda]

Thanks, Dan.
It would be my first so I'm hesitant to pull the trigger.

[swaini3]

Originally Posted by Roda

Thanks, Dan.
It would be my first so I'm hesitant to pull the trigger.

Dont rush. You need to be careful and do some research on the reference you wish to buy. Lots of info here in this forum. Good luck ;)

[Stan Cooper]

Originally Posted by Dan S

The DateJust is 36mm.

Dan, I think the Ref 1500 is an Oyster Perpetual "Date"; it isn't a Datejust. Dowling says they are smaller than a Datejust and more suitable for smaller wrists.

Millenary Watches has a web page "Rolex 1500 Oyster Date: A Complete Guide" that says the case is 34mm.

https://millenarywatches.com/rolex-1500/

Originally Posted by Millenary Watches

The case is 34mm which, by today’s standard is considered small. But for those who prefer a more traditional case size, or enjoy their vintage watches to have a more traditional size, 34mm is just perfect.

[Richard Carver]

A 1500 Date is a 34mm watch if t matters.

[Roda]

Thanks. Yeah, lame of Torneau then, as they listed it as 36mm.

[Richard Carver]

Originally Posted by Roda

Thanks. Yeah, lame of Torneau then, as they listed it as 36mm.

You don't suppose they would lie do you? :)

[Roda]

Haha. I know! That's why it feels like a nearly impossible world to navigate.

[EEpro]

Originally Posted by Roda

PRE-OWNED ROLEX
DATE CIRCA 1971 STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC

Reference#: 1500, 36 mm diameter, Stainless Steel

$4000.00


How does that sound to those with experience? Tough world to navigate.

Thank you, all.

The Oyster Perpetual line might be worth looking at... brand new at AD for another $1,500.

[Roda]

Okay, thanks for the advice.
Is there any dealer of vintage Rolexes that has an impeccable reputation?

Thanks again.

[csfischer20]

Solid seller. If it’s exactly what you want, get it. It’s not a good deal, and definitely not a bad deal if you want exactly that watch. Like they said above, it’s 34mm. Good luck.

[Roda]

Great advice, thanks. I think I'll likely keep looking.