1966 Rolex Datejust Ref. 1603 With Papers
Why This Watch Matters
The Datejust is one of the most recognizable Rolex watches ever made. Here, we have a stainless steel design with a classic silver dial that is accompanied by its original punched papers and receipt.
The Full Story
First introduced in 1945, the Rolex Datejust has remained a cornerstone of the brand's modern collection. Rolex has constantly updated and changed the Datejust with a range of dial colors and bezel styles over the years, helping its appearance to remain just as fresh and attractive today as it did when it was first unveiled over 70 years ago. This example is ref. 1603, featuring an engine-turned bezel and a pie-pan, silvered dial. Not all Datejusts have these pie-pan style dials, so having one sets this watch apart from similar models. This ref. 1603 also comes with its original papers, including the sales receipt from 1967, the punched guarantee, and the chronometer certificate. The first owner even placed the original caseback sticker on the receipt. The original price for the Datejust was $239.70 and it was sold in Houston at a Sakowitz department store. Sakowitz was a chain of high-end department stores in Texas that went bankrupt in 1982. The Datejust is a classic design that works for every occasion, and finding one with a pie-pan dial and original papers is getting harder every day.
The Fine Print
Maker: Rolex
Model: Datejust
Reference: 1603
Case No: 1512096
Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 36mm diameter; 11.5mm thickness
Crystal: Plexiglass
Lume: Yes, tritium
Caliber: Rolex self-winding 1575 caliber
Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Bedford Strap in Navy
Lug Width: 20mm
Box/Papers: This comes with the original punched guarantee, punched chronometer papers, and original sales receipt
What we Love and What You Should Know
This Datejust is in nice condition. The case has scratches and light nicks on both sides. The case appears to have been polished in the past. The interior of both sets of lugs show signs of the previous bracelet being removed. The dial and hands are in good condition and have developed light patina. The nine o’clock lume plot has deteriorated. The hour markers and hands have developed light patina. The inside of the caseback is stamped "I.67," indicating it is from 1967. The crystal has some scratches.
Original: $3,700.00
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Description
Why This Watch Matters
The Datejust is one of the most recognizable Rolex watches ever made. Here, we have a stainless steel design with a classic silver dial that is accompanied by its original punched papers and receipt.
The Full Story
First introduced in 1945, the Rolex Datejust has remained a cornerstone of the brand's modern collection. Rolex has constantly updated and changed the Datejust with a range of dial colors and bezel styles over the years, helping its appearance to remain just as fresh and attractive today as it did when it was first unveiled over 70 years ago. This example is ref. 1603, featuring an engine-turned bezel and a pie-pan, silvered dial. Not all Datejusts have these pie-pan style dials, so having one sets this watch apart from similar models. This ref. 1603 also comes with its original papers, including the sales receipt from 1967, the punched guarantee, and the chronometer certificate. The first owner even placed the original caseback sticker on the receipt. The original price for the Datejust was $239.70 and it was sold in Houston at a Sakowitz department store. Sakowitz was a chain of high-end department stores in Texas that went bankrupt in 1982. The Datejust is a classic design that works for every occasion, and finding one with a pie-pan dial and original papers is getting harder every day.
The Fine Print
Maker: Rolex
Model: Datejust
Reference: 1603
Case No: 1512096
Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 36mm diameter; 11.5mm thickness
Crystal: Plexiglass
Lume: Yes, tritium
Caliber: Rolex self-winding 1575 caliber
Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Bedford Strap in Navy
Lug Width: 20mm
Box/Papers: This comes with the original punched guarantee, punched chronometer papers, and original sales receipt
What we Love and What You Should Know
This Datejust is in nice condition. The case has scratches and light nicks on both sides. The case appears to have been polished in the past. The interior of both sets of lugs show signs of the previous bracelet being removed. The dial and hands are in good condition and have developed light patina. The nine o’clock lume plot has deteriorated. The hour markers and hands have developed light patina. The inside of the caseback is stamped "I.67," indicating it is from 1967. The crystal has some scratches.
