242 Rolex Iconic and Sought-After, Datejust, Automatic Wristwatch in Steel, Black Glossy Dial, With Warranty and Bulletin de Marche, Reference 1603

Estimate: € 5.000 –⁠ 10.000

Model: Datejust Reference: 1603 Case Material: Stainless Steel Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel Year: 1964 Movement: Automatic Caliber: 1565 Case N°: 1 056 780 Dimensions: 36 mm Signed: Dial, Movement and Case Accessories: Box, Warranty and Bulletin de Marche The Datejust is one of the best known pieces in Rolex’s repertoire. Introduced in the 1940’s, it was first exclusively produced in yellow gold but given its success Rolex soon started experimenting with different material variations. For decades and nowadays, the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust has always been the modern archetype of the classic men’s wristwatch. The present example of Rolex Datejust is a reference 1603, it has been cased in stainless steel and is completed by jubilee bracelet. The tonneau-shaped water-resistant case is a delight with its fluted bezel, screw down crown and back and has been preserved in original condition. The beautiful black lacquer dial is still incredibly glossy in its finish and has a magnified date aperture, center seconds and applied baton numerals. The watch is still presenting the original warranty, bulletin de marche, box and powered by automatic caliber. All these features enhance the desirability and collectibility of the watch, as complete examples are very rare to come by.