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Bakasana · 17 July 2015, 01:56 AM

What are the pros, cons of this watch, movement etc?

Will RSC still service a 1601 from 1966?

joe100 · 17 July 2015, 03:10 AM

It's a horological classic, what else is there to say?

Tools · 17 July 2015, 03:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bakasana

What are the pros, cons of this watch, movement etc?

Will RSC still service a 1601 from 1966?

The RSC will service any watch that they have the parts in stock for. I would call ahead for anything from the 60's.

brandrea · 17 July 2015, 03:54 AM

I wouldn't have it serviced by RSC but that's just me.

I'd send a vintage piece to one of the recommended repair centers here on TRF. ABC or Time Care

Frosty · 17 July 2015, 04:16 AM

RSC Beverly Hills told me my 1601 would have to be sent to Dallas.

VinnieVegas · 17 July 2015, 04:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bakasana

What are the pros, cons of this watch, movement etc?

Will RSC still service a 1601 from 1966?

I have one from right about that time and I love it! It's a genuine classic. I think it's the only Datejust I will own. It's beautiful and understated. I did the 36mm size.

When I wear it, it's actually more (outwardly) noticed and complimented than my 16710 and my 16570, which I never expected.

You can't go wrong with the 1601. What are you looking to get, a silver dial one? I'm biased.

Bakasana · 17 July 2015, 05:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frosty

RSC Beverly Hills told me my 1601 would have to be sent to Dallas.

How much was it to service?

RolexPete · 17 July 2015, 10:02 AM

Here is the 1972 model 1601 I just received today. Love it, a classic!

RolexPete · 17 July 2015, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VinnieVegas

I have one from right about that time and I love it! It's a genuine classic. I think it's the only Datejust I will own. It's beautiful and understated. I did the 36mm size.

When I wear it, it's actually more (outwardly) noticed and complimented than my 16710 and my 16570, which I never expected.

You can't go wrong with the 1601. What are you looking to get, a silver dial one? I'm biased.

You actually have a 1603 with Engine Turned Bezel, not a 1601. If the case says 1601 your bezel has most likely been been changed.

VinnieVegas · 17 July 2015, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RolexPete

You actually have a 1603 with Engine Turned Bezel, not a 1601. If the case says 1601 your bezel has most likely been been changed.

Hey that stinks! I'll investigate! Thanks for the info!

Quote:

Originally Posted by VinnieVegas

I have one from right about that time and I love it! It's a genuine classic. I think it's the only Datejust I will own. It's beautiful and understated. I did the 36mm size.

When I wear it, it's actually more (outwardly) noticed and complimented than my 16710 and my 16570, which I never expected.

You can't go wrong with the 1601. What are you looking to get, a silver dial one? I'm biased.

Old Expat Beast · 17 July 2015, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RolexPete

You actually have a 1603 with Engine Turned Bezel, not a 1601. If the case says 1601 your bezel has most likely been been changed.

x2. I still prefer the 1603, though. Hopefully yours is a 1603, not a re-bezeled 1601. Not that it would be a huge deal.

ADINVA · 17 July 2015, 12:24 PM

How to differentiate between a 1601 and 1603 apart from the movement?

Old Expat Beast · 17 July 2015, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by ADINVA

How to differentiate between a 1601 and 1603 apart from the movement?

1601 has a fluted gold bezel, 1603 has a steel, engine-turned bezel. Movement is the same, 1570.

ADINVA · 17 July 2015, 01:11 PM

The bezel looks different? 1601 fluted gold as in white gold? Flatter and "sharper" tips?

1603 - Engine-turned bezel means the bezel's tip is more protrude and rounded?

Old Expat Beast · 17 July 2015, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ADINVA

The bezel looks different? 1601 fluted gold as in white gold? Flatter and "sharper" tips?

1603 - Engine-turned bezel means the bezel's tip is more protrude and rounded?

L to R: 1600, 1601, 1603 (not my pic).

ADINVA · 17 July 2015, 01:16 PM

Got it. Thanks Adam, as always!

It is clearer when we have both watches side by side. All the subtle differences......

Scot_3 · 17 July 2015, 01:22 PM

Wow great pic great topic , thanks to the OP and Adam

RazorD · 17 July 2015, 07:48 PM

Find the right one yet?

Bakasana · 21 July 2015, 01:38 PM

I landed one... YIPEEE!

1966 ROLEX DATEJUST 1601 - Sigma grey dial. Seller said it has replacement Luminova hands and relumed luminous plots. Oh, HQ Milton was my seller. Here's the link;
http://www.hqmilton.com/watches/1966...ray-sigma-dial

Considering it's an old piece:
1. When should I get this serviced next?
2. How much for a WG fluted bezel from the RSC as a replacement?

Look, I don't think this piece will need it, but just would like any feedback from those that have made that decision to get a bezel from a RSC.

Thanks in advance.

R.W.T. · 21 July 2015, 01:44 PM

Why would you get a replacement bezel? That one is MINT.

Well did Jacek say that it was recently serviced?

If so then in 5 years.

If not...well...you might want to have someone take a look at it and see how it is doing...

You can spot need...stiff manual winding....low amplitude for the model through the positions....little or no oil in the upper escape and balance jewels.

T

Old Expat Beast · 21 July 2015, 01:47 PM

The bezel looks fine, why replace?

Bakasana · 21 July 2015, 01:55 PM

I'm not replacing, based on what I see there.... just wondering how much would it cost?

R.W.T. · 21 July 2015, 02:24 PM

Haven't a clue but probably 1/3 what you paid for the watch.

R.W.T. · 21 July 2015, 02:24 PM

melt btw is about 90.00 last time I checked.

cenzor · 21 July 2015, 02:54 PM

WG bezel can be had rather cheap, 100 € or so on Ebay.

Mine 1601 says HI!

Bakasana · 22 July 2015, 02:50 AM

I wired HQ Milton yesterday, hopefully the 1601 arrives tomm., I'm super stoked. My 4th piece.

R.W.T. · 22 July 2015, 03:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cenzor

WG bezel can be had rather cheap, 100 € or so on Ebay.

I believe he was specifically asking about an RSC NEW bezel.

Bakasana · 22 July 2015, 03:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R.W.T.

I believe he was specifically asking about an RSC NEW bezel.

Yup, I was.

cenzor · 22 July 2015, 04:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by R.W.T.

I believe he was specifically asking about an RSC NEW bezel.

Sorry, misunderstood that..

RazorD · 22 July 2015, 04:33 AM

Congrats!!!

17 July 2015, 01:56 AM	#1
Bakasana Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Greenwich Village Posts: 588	Thinking of landing a datejust 1601 What are the pros, cons of this watch, movement etc? Will RSC still service a 1601 from 1966?

17 July 2015, 03:10 AM	#2
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17 July 2015, 04:16 AM	#5
Frosty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: So Cal Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 5,087	RSC Beverly Hills told me my 1601 would have to be sent to Dallas. __________________ “Anyone can be sarcastic; it takes intelligence to solve a problem!”

17 July 2015, 10:02 AM	#8
RolexPete "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Peter Location: Massachusetts Watch: 214270 Mk2 Posts: 1,963	Here is the 1972 model 1601 I just received today. Love it, a classic! __________________ 2016 Explorer 214270 Mk2 - 1996 Submariner 14060* - 1972 Datejust 1601 1972 Oyster Perpetual 1002 - 1978 Oysterquartz 17000 Omega Seamaster 2265.80 - Omega Seamaster 300 166.0324 *RIP PAL 1942-2015

17 July 2015, 01:22 PM	#17
Scot_3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Scot Location: USA Watch: 1966 boyscout Posts: 914	Wow great pic great topic , thanks to the OP and Adam __________________ Thanks Scot

17 July 2015, 03:54 AM	#4
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,832	I wouldn't have it serviced by RSC but that's just me. I'd send a vintage piece to one of the recommended repair centers here on TRF. ABC or Time Care

17 July 2015, 12:24 PM	#12
ADINVA "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Hong Kong Watch: Daytona Posts: 732	How to differentiate between a 1601 and 1603 apart from the movement?

17 July 2015, 01:11 PM	#14
ADINVA "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Hong Kong Watch: Daytona Posts: 732	The bezel looks different? 1601 fluted gold as in white gold? Flatter and "sharper" tips? 1603 - Engine-turned bezel means the bezel's tip is more protrude and rounded?

17 July 2015, 01:16 PM	#16
ADINVA "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Hong Kong Watch: Daytona Posts: 732	Got it. Thanks Adam, as always! It is clearer when we have both watches side by side. All the subtle differences......

17 July 2015, 07:48 PM	#18
RazorD "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: David Location: New England Posts: 1,888	Find the right one yet?

21 July 2015, 01:38 PM	#19
Bakasana Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Greenwich Village Posts: 588	I landed one... YIPEEE! 1966 ROLEX DATEJUST 1601 - Sigma grey dial. Seller said it has replacement Luminova hands and relumed luminous plots. Oh, HQ Milton was my seller. Here's the link; http://www.hqmilton.com/watches/1966...ray-sigma-dial Considering it's an old piece: 1. When should I get this serviced next? 2. How much for a WG fluted bezel from the RSC as a replacement? Look, I don't think this piece will need it, but just would like any feedback from those that have made that decision to get a bezel from a RSC. Thanks in advance.

21 July 2015, 01:44 PM	#20
R.W.T. "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Central Texas Posts: 2,004	Why would you get a replacement bezel? That one is MINT. Well did Jacek say that it was recently serviced? If so then in 5 years. If not...well...you might want to have someone take a look at it and see how it is doing... You can spot need...stiff manual winding....low amplitude for the model through the positions....little or no oil in the upper escape and balance jewels. T

21 July 2015, 01:47 PM	#21
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,795	The bezel looks fine, why replace?

21 July 2015, 01:55 PM	#22
Bakasana Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Greenwich Village Posts: 588	I'm not replacing, based on what I see there.... just wondering how much would it cost?

21 July 2015, 02:24 PM	#23
R.W.T. "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Central Texas Posts: 2,004	Haven't a clue but probably 1/3 what you paid for the watch.

21 July 2015, 02:54 PM	#25
cenzor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Sofia Watch: Corum Admirals Cup Posts: 332	WG bezel can be had rather cheap, 100 € or so on Ebay. Mine 1601 says HI!

22 July 2015, 02:50 AM	#26
Bakasana Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Greenwich Village Posts: 588	I wired HQ Milton yesterday, hopefully the 1601 arrives tomm., I'm super stoked. My 4th piece.

22 July 2015, 04:33 AM	#30
RazorD "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: David Location: New England Posts: 1,888	Congrats!!!

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