Rolex introduced the Datejust model in 1945 to commemorate the brand’s 40th anniversary. The classic design was a breakthrough in watchmaking as it was the world’s first waterproof automatic wristwatch to incorporate a date disc and aperture at the 3’o clock position. The reference 1601 came in various metals with a fluted bezel in gold and was available with a steel, bicolor, or (white, yellow and rose gold) case and bracelet.

Preserved in excellent condition from a Japanese collector, the present example has a unique factor that earned a famed title the “Wide Boy” among collectors. Rare and produced in a short production run in the early 70’s, the “Wide Boy” features unusual block-like wide set indexes and handset. Cased in stainless steel, this example is a classic Datejust model that never goes out of style, it features a recessed silver sunburst pie-pan dial, subtly encircled by sharp angled bezel shimmering in precious white-gold metal. The combination of different shines from the metals complements each other gracefully. The stunning looks of this example is further charmed with fully intact luminous plots that reacts vividly under UV light, its original factory sticker on the caseback, the signature Rolex Jubilee bracelet and fitted presentation box.