No. 2438 ~ Smooth Bezel & Ghost Dial! Introducing a Rolex Datejust 1600 in great condition with all-tritium luminescence!

Hello!

Kaneko from Commit Ginza will be introducing a recommended wristwatch!

Today, it's a vintage Datejust/Ref. 1600 with a rare dial!!

Rolex Datejust Ghost All Tritium
Ref.1600 Serial.28 (Manufactured around 1971-72)
Cal.1570 FF258/7836 Clasp 70.2 Caseback 71.4
Accessories: Watch only
Store price: 2,882,000 yen (tax included)

Today we introduce the vintage Datejust "Ref. 1600", which was manufactured from the 1960s to the late 1970s!

It exudes a calm atmosphere unique to vintage watches, and it's lighter than current models, making it comfortable and easy to wear.

The charm of this model is, without a doubt, its smooth bezel!

Another charm of this piece is its ghost dial!!

This dial features a pale gray matte-finished dial with white lettering. Depending on the angle of the light, the brand logo and model name lettering seem to disappear.

Since the white lettering is originally in a similar color, the text is difficult to see, but at this angle, the text is still visible.

When a little light hits it...

the text gradually disappears.

How about this?

As you can see, the lettering at the 12 o'clock position is no longer visible...

It's an interesting dial, isn't it?

The retro atmosphere, which is absent in current models, is simply irresistible.

The dial shows some age-related deterioration at a loupe level, but it maintains a beautiful overall condition!

The luminous material on the indexes is in perfect condition with no missing parts.

The slight difference in the gray color of the outer edge of the dial and the stepped-down part also adds a nice vintage charm.

The luminous material is all tritium.

The hands have a natural aging unique to vintage watches, but the luminous material on the hands is in good condition.

The condition shows age-appropriate signs of use, but overall it is in good shape!!

As you can see, the mid-case is in good condition with no signs of being polished. 

The lugs are thick, making for a very appealing case!

It comes with a well-preserved folded bracelet.

The buckle engraving is from the second period of 1970, which matches the era.

It has some natural stretch, but it fits perfectly when worn on the wrist!

Wrist shot!!
Can't see the text, but it's stylish~!!
Wearing a model like this casually makes you look cool~.

Vintage Datejust "Ref. 1600 / 71-72 Ghost All Tritium"
A superb piece with a super cool smooth bezel and ghost dial!
The dial, luminous material, and case condition are also good, so it's highly recommended!!
It will be available for sale after overhaul at our partner workshop!!
This is a rare model that is very hard to find, so please consider it if you are looking for one!