Rolex Vintage Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 Watch: Simplicity and Quality

Joshua Grillet

Let's talk a little about a vintage Rolex that is not in the spotlight, wrongly so.

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1500 was launched in 1962 and was a huge success. Shock-resistant, reliable, automatic, date display, non-magnetic, chronometer... It ticks all the boxes in terms of technical specifications. But what about aesthetics? That's where it really shines. Its design is timeless, and it looks great with any bracelet. The Oyster Perpetual Date has been available in a wide variety of styles. There is a diverse selection of dial colors, hour markers, bezels, and materials (steel, 14k or 18k white and yellow gold), with or without a date display. With a diameter of 34mm (but a real presence on the wrist), you are sure to find the Rolex OP that suits you.

Today's model is from 1972, discreet and of high quality. Smooth bezel, mirrored hour markers, and an impeccable dial. To restore it to its former glory, it needs a new crystal and a proper overhaul.

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Disassembly

 

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The reassembly

 

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The crystal

 

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The result

 

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This Rolex 1500 is now in perfect condition. Equipped with its suede leather strap, it will delight any collector of vintage watches because yes, this beauty is available in the boutique.


This article is part of an ongoing exploration of vintage watches.
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Joshua Grillet

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