-Specifications
Brand: ROLEX
Model: Oyster Perpetual Date
Ref: 1500
Year: 1961
Movement: Self-Winding (Automatic) Cal.1560
Case: 34mm
Material : Stainless Steel
Lug Width: 19mm
Bracelet: Oyster Folded Bracelet
Bracelet Length: 13 Links (-19.5cm)
Includes: Watch Only
The watch has been completely serviced by our watchmaker
1-year Mechanical Warranty
Global shipping via FedEx International Priority
Oyster Perpetual is a direct model of the first Oyster announced in 1926, which established Rolex's fame as the world's first waterproof wristwatch.
Of the three major Rolex inventions, the "Oyster case" with waterproof performance and excellent durability, and the self-winding "Perpetual mechanism" equipped with a rotor that rotates in both directions, can be said to be the origin of Rolex. Is "Oyster Perpetual".
Ref.1500 is a model manufactured from the 1960s to the 1980s.
Only the bezel is different from Ref.1501. (1501 is the decorated Finely Engine Turned Bezel)
The small 34mm case is just the right size for narrow arms, so it can be used by both men and women.
The dial is a silver dial that has changed over time. The index is a cannonball type, and it is a combination that is rarely seen in gold color along with the hands.
The
second hand has a lot of blue steel and very vintage features. The movement equipped with
is Cal.1560. Among the Rolex movements, it is a masterpiece movement that balances precision and durability, and has been in production for over 30 years.
The
bracelet comes with a genuine rolled bracelet, which is a little older than the watch. Also, the buckle part has been changed to a later one (1983).
Since it is 13 frames, it can be attached up to about 19.5 cm around the arm. It is rare for a bracelet of this age to have a full frame.
Overhauled by Airy's. 1 year warranty.
* The back cover and machine photos were taken before the overhaul.