Datejust

Rolex Datejust 1607

Datejust 36

  • 36mm
  • Steel
  • 1959 to 1977
  • Men's
The Rolex Datejust, reference 1607. Produced 1959 to 1977. Below are the full specifications, plus what each part of the reference number means. If you own this reference and want to know what it is worth today, we buy it outright and appraisals are complimentary.

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Full specifications

Case

Case size36mm
Case materialSteel
Thickness12mm
Lug to lug44mm
Lug width20mm
CrystalAcrylic (hesalite)
Water resistance100m

Bezel

Bezel typeEngine-turned
Bezel materialStainless steel

Movement

Jewels26
FunctionsHours, minutes, seconds, date

Reference

Wears asMen's
Produced1959 to 1977

How the 1607 compares

Side by side with the other Rolex Datejust references we document. Only the specs that actually differ are listed.

1607 vs 116188

Spec1607 116188
Jewels 26 31
Produced 1959 to 1977 2006 to 2016

1607 vs 116189

Spec1607 116189
Jewels 26 31
Produced 1959 to 1977 2006 to 2016

1607 vs 116300/116334 Wimbledon

Spec1607 116300/116334 Wimbledon
Case size 36mm 41mm
Lug width 20mm 21mm
Jewels 26 31
Produced 1959 to 1977 2009 to 2016

Common questions about the Rolex Datejust 1607

How big is the Rolex Datejust 1607?

The case measures 36mm across and 12mm thick, with a 20mm lug width. Case material: Steel. Case size alone is a poor guide to how a watch wears; lug-to-lug length and how the bracelet drops off the case matter more, which is why we suggest trying one on before you commit.

Is the 1607 water resistant?

It is rated to 100 meters, about 328 feet. That is enough for swimming and snorkeling, but not for scuba diving. One caution that applies to every watch on this page: a water resistance figure describes a new watch with fresh gaskets. On a piece that is years past its last service, treat the rating as unknown until it has been pressure tested.

When was the Rolex Datejust 1607 made?

Rolex produced this reference from 1959 to 1977. Production years matter when you are valuing one, because dial, bezel and bracelet details often changed inside a single reference run.

Does the 1607 have a nickname?

Datejust 36. Collector nicknames are not official Rolex names, but they are what people actually search for and what they are called across a showroom.

Does San Diego Jewelry Buyers buy the Rolex Datejust 1607?

Yes. We buy this reference outright, and we lend against it if you would rather keep it. We are a family-owned San Diego buyer established in 2006, our appraisers are GIA-trained, and the appraisal is complimentary with no obligation to sell. You can bring it to our Gaslamp showroom at 907 Sixth Ave or start online. If you are looking to buy this reference instead, tell us and we will let you know when one comes in.

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