Condition Rank : Very Good
(Full serviced on March 8, 2026)
[Description of services]
Full disassembly, cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and assembly.
[Originality Verified] - Authentic Original
The watch is judged to be original and period-correct in its main configuration. Case and caseback, dial, movement, hands, and bezel are considered original, and the period consistency is good. The strap is aftermarket and not original Rolex.
[Features]
Ref. 1500 / cal. 1570 (w/hack) / 34mm case (excluding crown) / 19mm lug
Year of manufacture: c. 1971 / Serial No: 277xxxx
Non-waterproof.
This is a very attractive Oyster Perpetual Date with a clean silver sunburst dial and strong overall balance. The watch was fully serviced and is now running excellently. Its main appeal is the beautiful original-looking dial and outstanding practical accuracy.
[Dial] : Very Good
It appears to remain in original condition.
No clear signs of redial, repainting, or relume.
[Hands] : Good
No clear signs of replacement or relume. Light surface aging is visible.
[Crystal] : Very Good
Plexiglass.
[Case, crown and back of the case] : Good
The case shows normal signs of use and appears honest in shape. Crown screw-in is good (approx. 0.8 turns to unlock). The case serial is only barely readable with a loupe.
[Band] : New leather strap (not genuine Rolex).
[Action] : Very Good
Winding, automatic winding, and hand-setting work properly. Date changes properly around midnight.
[Accuracy] : Very Good
About -3 to +8 sec/day. (Measured by Timegrapher)
