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Vintage Rolex Datejust 36 Ref 1603 Pie Pan Silver Dial
Vintage Rolex Datejust 36 Ref 1603 Pie Pan Silver Dial
Vintage Rolex Datejust 36 Ref 1603 Pie Pan Silver Dial
Vintage Rolex Datejust 36 Ref 1603 Pie Pan Silver Dial
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Vintage Rolex Datejust 36 Ref 1603 Pie Pan Silver Dial

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Why We Love This Watch
This vintage Rolex Datejust 36 ref. 1603 (1978) features a 36mm stainless steel case, a fluted bezel, and a silver pie pan dial that captures the enduring appeal of vintage Rolex design. This used watch is fitted with a Jubilee bracelet and folding clasp, while the Rolex automatic movement delivers reliable timekeeping with hours, minutes, seconds, and a date display beneath the iconic Cyclops lens.
Watch Details
Brand
Model Name
Collection
Model Number
Year
1978
Item Number
194762
Condition
Vintage
Gender
Mens Unisex
Box & Papers
Bob's Presentation Box
Case
Material
Stainless Steel
Crystal
Acrylic
Size
36MM
Bezel
Stainless Steel Fluted
Caseback
Solid
Serial
5338XXX
Dial
Silver w/ Index hour markers, Tritium hands & Tritium lume
Movement
Calibre
1570
Type
Automatic
Bezel
Fixed
Complication
Date
Bracelet
Material
Stainless Steel
Type
Jubilee
Clasp
Oysterclasp

Vintage Rolex Datejust 36 ref. 1603 (1978) is a great example of what makes older Rolex watches so appealing to collectors. It has the familiar 36mm Oyster case, five-link Jubilee bracelet, and date display at 3 o'clock, but with several design details that distinguish it from later generations. The stainless steel bezel features an engine-turned finish, with finely machined grooves that give it a slightly different appearance than the traditional gold fluted bezel. Another interesting feature is the silver pie-pan dial, named for its sloped outer edge, which adds depth to the dial and is particularly characteristic of vintage Datejust models. The acrylic crystal also contributes to its vintage aesthetic, with a softer appearance than the sapphire crystals Rolex would introduce to the collection in later years. Inside is the automatic caliber 1570 with a non-Quickset date, meaning the hands must be advanced to change the date. Perfect for collectors interested in an authentic vintage Rolex with plenty of character without the higher price of precious-metal models.


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Paul
12/06/2025
Love it

Watch is in such excellent condition better than the picture. Ludo was very helpful in helping me and made the process easy.

Matt
12/10/2019
Everything went smooth

I received the watch quickly and everything went smooth. Thank you Bob.

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