Left Coast Guy 24 Posted March 16, 2017 That actually looks pretty darn good for being used. Very nice! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MoveAlong 23 Posted March 16, 2017 Congrats Mickey! It looks superb. Looking forward to a few wristies in the near future. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted March 16, 2017 Congratulations mate it really does look lovely nice one and happy birthday to you ;) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jibuti 958 Posted March 16, 2017 Well, date wheel is not centered at all.... And why does it say Bolex on dial...?! :):):):):) congratz, I imagine how excited you must feel ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr_B 2,401 Posted March 16, 2017 Looks great MM :thumbsup: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted March 16, 2017 Now that's a nice find. Well done, that man! Enjoy! :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchDog21 3,345 Posted March 16, 2017 Great find and addition. beautiful! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,518 Posted March 16, 2017 That's a real stunner mickey - wear it often and in the best of health :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GhostInTheFog 0 Posted March 16, 2017 Very nice, enjoy your gen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Not Quite Dead 9 Posted March 16, 2017 1977 just graduated and the best year for the Grateful Dead and it did not hurt to put my leg over a Moto Guzzi. Watch looks pretty good too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nhrob 0 Posted March 17, 2017 Nice timepiece Mickey! It's a good day. Got to wipe the drool of my ipad... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
George. 34 Posted March 20, 2017 Stunning! Very nice pick up indeed! Similar with me and my search for a nice 1016. One day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the_frenchman 31 Posted March 20, 2017 Stunning mate!! Frankens cannot replace that feeling that you get yourself, knowing that you are wearing a gen rolex after all your personal work and savings. Well done ;) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MetalMickey 179 Posted March 20, 2017 Bracelet has just gone for a refurb and to replace the screws that some gorilla chewed up in an attempt to adjust the bracelet. At least £125+VAT *gulp*! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GT86 0 Posted March 20, 2017 How did I miss this?! What a beauty! Congrats on the watch and your milestone! Wear her in the rudest of health Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave47 6,477 Posted March 21, 2017 I got into reps in order to find a watch for my 40th Birthday. I wanted something smart, Swiss-made and suitable to hand down to the kids. I've bought and sold a lot of reps over the last few years - and I am not done yet - but I've finally picked up one of my grails after finding a deal I could not refuse. Anyway, the postman has just been, and I unwrapped this beauty... Box is in good nick: surely not original? It's certainly well presented. Reminds me of opening an Apple product... Introducing the Rolex Datejust 1601! I had hoped to find a birth-year watch (1978) but the classic models ceased in 1977 which is when this one is from. After 1978 they have the 3035 movement (=higher servicing costs). There's a real charm to these older, low-beat ones with "pie-pan" dials and low beat movements and this one seems in very good condition considering it's older than me! Check out that lovely open date-wheel (no quick set on these but you can change the date backwards or forwards which reduces the amount of winding you have to do!) The white-gold bezel really sparkles. It is noticeably different to a rep in that regard. There is a bit of bracelet stretch but not too bad: and not as bad as the two-tone models I've seen where the soft gold makes the bracelet look awful. Crystal is either new or polished; no scratches at all. Caseback is also clean - obviously worn for 40 years. Just look at the 3D effect at the edge of the pie-pan dial. You simply don't get this in newer models. A few people have asked why buy this when a good franken looks almost indistinguishable (I'm talking to you, Genius!). Apart from the obvious investment properties (it might lose value, but not as bad as a rep!) there is a certain something withthe gen that I just can't explain. It is shiner, sparklier and feels smoother than any rep - franken or otherwise. The movement winds in a buttery smooth way. The low-beat (5.2 beats per second) actually seems smoother than some of my Asian ETAs with no stuttering at all. The bracelet is silky smooth and the clasp shuts "just-so". I'm made up with it, and with nine months to go till by 40th, I've achieved my grail earlier than I had ever expected. ABSOLUTELY drop dead GORGEOUS, mate!! CONGRATS!! Be sure to show it off a lot! dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PierceandPierce 0 Posted May 8, 2017 great gen - may have to get one soon myself Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
porschespeedster 19 Posted May 8, 2017 '77 was the best year for the Dead ! :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
