Condition Rank : Excellent
(Full serviced on May 9, 2026)
[Description of services]
Full disassembly, cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and assembly.
[Originality Verified] - Authentic Original
The watch is judged to be original in its critical and key components, with good overall period matching.
[Features]
Ref. 1501 / cal. 1570 (w/hack) / 34mm case (excluding crown) / 19mm lug.
Year of manufacture: c. 1972 / Serial No: 310xxxx.
Non-waterproof.
[My impression]
Maybe it is the engine-turned bezel, which is no longer part of the current Rolex lineup, but this has always been a very popular model in Japan.
It also still has all 13 bracelet links, which makes it even more appealing.
I tend to be more drawn to patina dials than watches in mint condition, but even so, this one really speaks to me.
Honestly, it is the kind of piece I would love to keep for myself.
[Dial] : Excellent
It appears to remain in original condition.
No clear signs of redial, repainting, or relume.
[Hands] : Very Good
They appear original, with no clear signs of replacement or relume.
[Crystal] : Very Good
Plexiglass.
[Case, crown and back of the case] : Very Good
The case shows light signs of age and use.
Crown screw-in is very good (approx. 2.0 turns to unlock).
The serial number engraving is clear.
[Band] : Very Good
Rolex folded bracelet, Ref. 7835 / End 357 / Code L11.
Wrist size approx. 18.5 cm.
All 13 links are present.
[Action] : Very Good
Hand-winding, self-winding, time-setting, and date change around midnight work properly.
[Accuracy] : Very Good
About -6 to -1 sec/day.
(Measured by Timegrapher)
