Email or IG message to make a negotiable Zelle or wire offer
Rolex Oyster Date ref. 1500 Earth Projection Cartography Dial circa 1968 (193#### serial)
The Oyster Perpetual aka the OP is arguably the most popular modern model, even over steel sports offerings—the date also arguably had better proportions than the 36mm Datejust. The simplicity mixed with casual luxury is an easy choice, especially with the size and color variations. Reference 1500 was produced from approximately 1962-1979.
Here we have a dial with wild patina that looks like a map of an Earth projection—it plays lovely with light though the warm acrylic crystal. For modern watch enthusiasts, it looks like what the brand Awake is doing—this is just from the late 1960s
Overall, this is an honest example which appears all original and relatively unpolished with consistent light wear throughout. While no service history, this one is healthy on both wrist and Timegrapher: data is provided but your experience may slightly vary.
Timegrapher video:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IdpqGeqEOW-QbBNZOpd4OCqEKdjAbQ4j?usp=share_link
Specifications: 35mm caseX 19 mm lug width X 42mm height, 12.2cc with acrylic crystal (wrist shots on a 7in wrist)
Movement: automatic Rolex caliber 1570
Box and papers: no
Bracelet: Yes, fits up to a 7.5in wrist but recommend 7.25 and under for best look and fit
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video is the best way to view the watch if in-person test drive is not available. Due to the different characteristics of the cameras and gadgets used, the color of the watch you purchase may not be the same as shown on this website or on our Instagram.
To measure your wrist: Take string or wire and wrap around the bone of your wrist; mark it or cut and measure the string
will consider trades that make sense but please consider time, shipping, and trade value—not market.
local special: can possibly accommodate at ButterScotch in Downtown Long Beach or another local establishment by appointment. All sales are final unless the watch is misrepresented or lost in transit (always fully insured). In person sales are final. Lbwc does not offer warranty but some watches come with factory cards;- with transferable warranty. Purchases may take 1-2 business days to process and ship.
Email or IG message to make a negotiable Zelle or wire offer
Rolex Oyster Date ref. 1500 Earth Projection Cartography Dial circa 1968 (193#### serial)
The Oyster Perpetual aka the OP is arguably the most popular modern model, even over steel sports offerings—the date also arguably had better proportions than the 36mm Datejust. The simplicity mixed with casual luxury is an easy choice, especially with the size and color variations. Reference 1500 was produced from approximately 1962-1979.
Here we have a dial with wild patina that looks like a map of an Earth projection—it plays lovely with light though the warm acrylic crystal. For modern watch enthusiasts, it looks like what the brand Awake is doing—this is just from the late 1960s
Overall, this is an honest example which appears all original and relatively unpolished with consistent light wear throughout. While no service history, this one is healthy on both wrist and Timegrapher: data is provided but your experience may slightly vary.
Timegrapher video:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IdpqGeqEOW-QbBNZOpd4OCqEKdjAbQ4j?usp=share_link
Specifications: 35mm caseX 19 mm lug width X 42mm height, 12.2cc with acrylic crystal (wrist shots on a 7in wrist)
Movement: automatic Rolex caliber 1570
Box and papers: no
Bracelet: Yes, fits up to a 7.5in wrist but recommend 7.25 and under for best look and fit
_________________________________________________
video is the best way to view the watch if in-person test drive is not available. Due to the different characteristics of the cameras and gadgets used, the color of the watch you purchase may not be the same as shown on this website or on our Instagram.
To measure your wrist: Take string or wire and wrap around the bone of your wrist; mark it or cut and measure the string
will consider trades that make sense but please consider time, shipping, and trade value—not market.
local special: can possibly accommodate at ButterScotch in Downtown Long Beach or another local establishment by appointment. All sales are final unless the watch is misrepresented or lost in transit (always fully insured). In person sales are final. Lbwc does not offer warranty but some watches come with factory cards;- with transferable warranty. Purchases may take 1-2 business days to process and ship.
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