Rolex Model 1601

The Rolex 1601—yeah, it's a classic. Introduced in the late '50s, it brought that signature fluted bezel and date window most collectors now instinctively recognize. It’s like, vintage done right. Smooth automatic movement, timeless design, you get the idea. At Tropical Watch, we’ve seen how these pieces age—some develop gorgeous tropical dials too, which, honestly, makes hunting them even more fun.