Rolex

Just a simple 1500 Oyster Date from 1960 that always put a smile on my face whenever I had it on my wrist. With a Glossy Gilt Swiss Only Dial, Dauphine Hands, Sharp Case and Bezel. Just a simple yet satisfying one Sam ...  

For the longest while I felt the Explorer (1) was the Rolex for me. But which one—the latest iteration, with lumed 3,6,9, edged the watch away from its original versatility, I felt. And then, which movement, size, etc. But recently—last year or so—I've be... 

to me is the perfect Rolex if I could only have one. It has great size at 36mm, clear and legible dial with iconic 3-6-9 indexes, you can either dress it up or down. But if your heart says it's the 1500, then you should follow it. Most importantly is that... 

reference. But I've not had a 1500 or 1501 on my wrist, so that's an obvious next step (made more complicated a the moment because of virus concerns). But all in good time. It's the journey, right? Best regards, Fred

I know here in the forum, the wind blows stronger towards the Explorer, especially the vintage ones. But for me, if you were looking for that "one" Rolex, I would go for a date-just. nothing is more Rolex than that. and the beauty of a date-just is that y... 

I so appreciate your weighing-in! Many thanks! Fred ...  

Can't go wrong with a date just with that configuration. An ever classic and always be versatile! Sam

It's just pure pleasure of having such simple reference with rarity and condition. Sam

I remember my first Rolex. Date just. I sat and stared at that watch for months. Never took it off. Pretty funny , now that I look back.

Curious if it has a domed crystal? Mine was replaced with i think a later version... ...