{"product_id":"1971-rolex-datejust-two-tone-non-luminous-wideboy-ref-1601","title":"1971 Rolex Datejust Two Tone Non-luminous Wideboy (Ref. 1601)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWorth A Read\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1075\" data-start=\"1047\"\u003eHistory and Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"564\" data-start=\"83\"\u003eThe Rolex Datejust reference 1601 represents one of the most enduring and well-balanced designs in Rolex history. Produced throughout the 1960s and early 1970s, the 1601 paired a slim 36mm case with an acrylic crystal and fluted gold bezel, establishing proportions that many collectors still consider the benchmark for the Datejust line. This was a period when Rolex focused heavily on refinement, subtle evolution, and long-term wearability rather than dramatic stylistic change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1085\" data-start=\"566\"\u003eThis particular example stands out as a two-tone configuration with a champagne wide boy dial and no luminous material. The wide boy dial refers to the thicker hour markers and hands, which give the watch a bolder and more graphic look compared to standard Datejust dials of the era. When paired with a non-luminous layout, the result is especially clean and formal, emphasizing symmetry and dial texture rather than function. These no-lume wide boy dials were produced in smaller numbers and are far less common today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1492\" data-start=\"1087\"\u003eThe champagne dial adds warmth and depth, working naturally with the yellow gold bezel to create a cohesive and unmistakably classic Rolex aesthetic. Combined with the pie-pan dial profile used during this period, the watch reflects a time when Rolex placed great emphasis on dial architecture and visual balance. A 1601 in this configuration captures the Datejust at its most traditional and collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1815\" data-start=\"1792\"\u003eWriter’s Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1946\" data-start=\"1520\"\u003eThis is the kind of Datejust that reminds you why the reference has such a loyal following. The wide-boy markers give the dial presence without feeling loud, and the champagne color brings everything together effortlessly. I especially like the no-lume layout here, it keeps the watch firmly in dress territory while still being unmistakably Rolex. It wears slim, sits flat, and feels correct in any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2184\" data-start=\"2167\"\u003eOur Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEvery watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2217\" data-start=\"2199\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2209\" data-start=\"2199\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rolex\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2253\" data-start=\"2220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2230\" data-start=\"2220\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Datejust (Ref. 1601)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2272\" data-start=\"2256\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2265\" data-start=\"2256\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1971\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2333\" data-start=\"2275\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2293\" data-start=\"2275\"\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel with white gold bezel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2357\" data-start=\"2336\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2350\" data-start=\"2336\"\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2390\" data-start=\"2360\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2370\" data-start=\"2360\"\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e White gold fluted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2438\" data-start=\"2393\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2402\" data-start=\"2393\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold wide boy dial with no lume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2463\" data-start=\"2441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2453\" data-start=\"2441\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2506\" data-start=\"2466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2479\" data-start=\"2466\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic Rolex movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2553\" data-start=\"2509\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2528\" data-start=\"2509\"\u003eStrap\/Bracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rolex Jubilee bracelet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2602\" data-start=\"2556\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2573\" data-start=\"2556\"\u003eBuckle\/Clasp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rolex signed folding clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2631\" data-start=\"2605\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2618\" data-start=\"2605\"\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-504\" data-turn-id=\"19cf26c8-83ab-4dd2-9a81-2a55634267c8\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"3f1a78cf-8cd9-4014-9caf-de52bf063e13\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2917\" data-start=\"2743\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2752\" data-start=\"2743\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel case with yellow gold fluted bezel shows surface wear consistent with age. Case proportions remain even, and the fluting retains clear definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3005\" data-start=\"2920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2932\" data-start=\"2920\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic crystal is in great condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3128\" data-start=\"3008\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3017\" data-start=\"3008\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne wide boy dial is in excellent condition with clean printing and no signs of wear or discoloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3219\" data-start=\"3131\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3141\" data-start=\"3131\"\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original wide boy hands show light aging consistent with period production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3312\" data-start=\"3222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3241\" data-start=\"3222\"\u003eStrap\/Bracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Jubilee bracelet shows stretch consistent with age and regular wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"3389\" data-start=\"3315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3332\" data-start=\"3315\"\u003eBuckle\/Clasp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Folding clasp shows surface wear and functions properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px absolute bottom-0\" data-edge=\"true\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46361227952311,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/8391\/6727\/files\/DSF3223.jpg?v=1770513106","url":"https:\/\/huntingtoncompany.com\/products\/1971-rolex-datejust-two-tone-non-luminous-wideboy-ref-1601","provider":"Huntington Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}