Datejust 1601 and 1603 Questions

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JD754

·Jun 5, 2014

Hi all,

I'm currently debating on my next purchase - it's between an Omega Connie and a Rolex Datejust (1601 or 1603) - I was hoping to get some opinions on these two DJ's:

On the first one, I tend to look for the open 6 and 9 date wheel, but this looks a bit funny to me (maybe it's the picture). Also, what would make the engraving of the reference number look a bit sloppy like that (i.e. the 1601 is not crisp)? In general, I think this one is a little too expense for the condition but I'm looking to glean some knowledge!

On the second one, should it say "Stainless Steel" above the serial number on the case side? I've seen examples with and without but I'm not sure about the distinction.

Thanks!

http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=tree&goto=6803039&rid=0#msg_6803039

http://www.network54.com/Forum/2076...st+1603,+Non-lume+dial-handset,+6251H+jubilee

 

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speedbird

·Jun 5, 2014

Both are fine. The prices aren't a steal but they aren't gauging by any means. I'd be happy with either. The sloppy stampings inside the case backs are just that, stampings and aren't meant to be seen by the customer. I've seen better and I've seen worse. All fine. Also, the exterior engravings are just variations.

Just remember, if you're in the US, it is illegal to import a Rolex through the mail. If customs catches it, they will confiscate it. Heed my advice here. I've heard many horror stories about seized Rolex watches.

 

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JD754

·Jun 6, 2014

Thanks for the input!

I have also heard warnings bout importing into the US - I'm in Canada and I don't believe that the same issues exist here...

 

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speedbird

·Jun 6, 2014

I'm almost certain you'll be fine in Canada.

 

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kyle L

·Jun 6, 2014·Grasshopper

Both seem like fair pieces from good sellers. I especially like the "Wideboy" Datejusts with this dial configuration.

 

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JD754

·Jun 7, 2014

That is a beauty!

 

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CanberraOmega

·Jun 8, 2014

What makes this a "wideboy"?

 

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JD754

·Jun 8, 2014

I believe it's the wide baton markers and hands. You can see the ones I linked to have slimmer hands and hour markers whereas they are both very wide in the one above (I think they are basically the same width?).

Here is a thread talking about wide boy Day Dates that I found:
http://www.network54.com/Forum/2075...ates+on+Manly+leather+straps+(scans)+>>

 

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dsio

·Jun 8, 2014·Ash @ ΩF

That's Trev's favourite Datejust too, I think he's still looking for one in SS with domed bezel and wideboy dial/hands, ideally the non-lume version if they exist, not really sure if they're original or if people just removed the lume from theirs.

 

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Archer

·Jun 9, 2014·Omega Qualified Watchmaker

JD754

Thanks for the input!

I have also heard warnings bout importing into the US - I'm in Canada and I don't believe that the same issues exist here...

No worries here in Canada - I believe the US is the only country with such restrictions.

Cheers, Al

 

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CanberraOmega

·Jun 20, 2014

Is there a desmond-esque website for oyster dates? Would like to start researching them.