whirlwynds
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A rare and desirable Rolex Date Chronometer ref 1500.
From 1981, this watch is a Rolex classic. The 34mm Oyster case houses a cal. 1570 chronometer rated automatic movement with instantaneous-change date complication (non-quickset). The case and oyster link bracelet are in excellent vintage condition with only light scratches from wear. The back of the watch is engraved with the Shell logo and was awarded to an employee for 25-years’ service. Watch movement is freshly serviced and is running within chronometer specification. There is absolutely no stretch on the bracelet.
The Rolex Date 1500 is an excellent watch for the avid Rolex collector as well as the one-time watch buyer. With its versatility and sleek, modern design, the Rolex Date 1500 is an excellent vintage watch whose look and function has withstood the test of time.
Watch only. No box or papers.
Asking $3900 f2f in GTA. Shipping also available.
Dial: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date, 34mm, silver sunburst dial with silver stick markers and tritium lume plots. Dial is in excellent condition and date wheel features classic vintage open 6s and 9s. Lume on hands has darkened considerably. Dial is in excellent condition.
Case: 689xxxx serial. Rolex oyster case with Rolex twin lock crown. Smooth bezel. Mild swirling from age, never polished. Back of case features engraving, Shell logo, “25 Years Service, Chan Yee Fong.” 4-5 of the case back ridges have been sheared - does not affect opening or functionality. Otherwise excellent condition.
Bracelet: 78350 Rolex Oyster with F Clasp code - 1981. 557 end links. Mild swirling. Full set of 13 links (7+6). Excellent condition with no stretch.
Movement: Rolex cal 1570 superlative chronometer movement. Freshly serviced and running dead-on. Instantaneous date change complication, non-quick setting. Excellent condition.
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From 1981, this watch is a Rolex classic. The 34mm Oyster case houses a cal. 1570 chronometer rated automatic movement with instantaneous-change date complication (non-quickset). The case and oyster link bracelet are in excellent vintage condition with only light scratches from wear. The back of the watch is engraved with the Shell logo and was awarded to an employee for 25-years’ service. Watch movement is freshly serviced and is running within chronometer specification. There is absolutely no stretch on the bracelet.
The Rolex Date 1500 is an excellent watch for the avid Rolex collector as well as the one-time watch buyer. With its versatility and sleek, modern design, the Rolex Date 1500 is an excellent vintage watch whose look and function has withstood the test of time.
Watch only. No box or papers.
Asking $3900 f2f in GTA. Shipping also available.
Dial: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date, 34mm, silver sunburst dial with silver stick markers and tritium lume plots. Dial is in excellent condition and date wheel features classic vintage open 6s and 9s. Lume on hands has darkened considerably. Dial is in excellent condition.
Case: 689xxxx serial. Rolex oyster case with Rolex twin lock crown. Smooth bezel. Mild swirling from age, never polished. Back of case features engraving, Shell logo, “25 Years Service, Chan Yee Fong.” 4-5 of the case back ridges have been sheared - does not affect opening or functionality. Otherwise excellent condition.
Bracelet: 78350 Rolex Oyster with F Clasp code - 1981. 557 end links. Mild swirling. Full set of 13 links (7+6). Excellent condition with no stretch.
Movement: Rolex cal 1570 superlative chronometer movement. Freshly serviced and running dead-on. Instantaneous date change complication, non-quick setting. Excellent condition.
View attachment 19279
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