1979 Rolex Oyster perpetual Date (Datejust) Mens Watch, Champagne Dial - 14K Gold
Today's offering showcases this handsome and all-original Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date model encased in 14K gold. The Date model is essentially a Datejust with a slightly smaller diameter (34mm instead of 36mm).
As precise as it is classic, the watch is powered by a Rolex cal. 1570 mechanism that powered many early models of the Submariner, Explorer, and GMT models. A superior mechanism, it offers a level of engineering and craftsmanship that is exceptional. This original vintage classic is worthy of a home in a fine collection or under the cuff of a deserving gentleman.
Here are a few of its features:
14K gold Rolex Oyster case
Self-winding movement, officially certified by the Swiss watch governing body
Rolex Twinlock screw down crown for water resistance
Acrylic crystal with magnifying 'cyclops' window for easy reading of the date
Beautiful original champagne dial in mint condition.
Elegant fluted gold bezel
It is all-original. Its case is in beautiful condition. The undersides of the lugs have slight remnants of wear from a bracelet previously being installed and the back has one very light and small indention - otherwise, it presents as mint with only light signs of previous polishing. On the wrist, it presents as mint.
Its untouched original champagne dial is mint. The luminous has pleasingly toned and matches well the original luminous in the hands.
One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with genuine Rolex parts, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (an $895 value).
It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Rolex in our testing recording position.
For the finishing touch, we have equipped it with a brand new aftermarket crocodile strap and aftermarket Rolex style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate attesting to its performance.
Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center
Retail Replacement Price for a new all-gold Datejust on a leather strap: Approx. $20,500.00 USD
Manufacturer: Rolex
Country of origin: Switzerland
Model: Oyster Perpetual Date, Reference 1503
Serial number: 5,834,903
Year built: c. 1979
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Date, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: 14K gold
Case condition: Presents in beautiful condition. The undersides of the lugs have slight remnants of wear from a bracelet previously being installed and the back has has one very light and small indention - otherwise it presents as mint with only light signs of previous polishing. On the wrist it presents as mint.
Dimensions: 34mm diameter, 13mm thick
Dial: Champagne with applied gold baton indexes, outer minute/second division, luminous hour dots, aperture for the date. Original and untouched, mint condition even under magnification
Hands: Original, luminous gold batons, some surface aging
Movement type: Cal. 1570, rhodium-plated, 26 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to temperatures and 5 positions, shock absorber, self-compensating free-sprung Breguet balance spring, hack mechanism
Movement markings: Rolex Perpetual, Geneva, 1570, Adjusted 5 Positions and Temperature, Twenty-Six Jewels
Jewels: 26 rubies
Band: Crocodile (aftermarket), fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with aftermarket Rolex style buckle. We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 19mm
Crystal: Acrylic, 'cyclops' magnifying date window, mint condition
Servicing: One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with genuine Rolex parts, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (an $895 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Rolex in our testing recording position.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
