First - If you are looking for a gateway Rolex that has vintage appeal, I’ve got a lovely piece. If you are familiar with the Rolex lineup, this is a blackdial Datejust with Jubilee bracelet (Reference 1603). The last authenticator pinned it to the late 1970’s. It comes with the original box (inner and outer). While there are no papers for this watch, it’s been authenticated twice through previous owners.

The 1603 sits in a sweet spot: it is still unmistakably a classic Datejust, but it wears a little more low-key and less “boardroom jewelry.” In today’s market, that gives it a kind of quiet charm collectors increasingly appreciate, especially if they want vintage Rolex without the full peacock tail.

A second fun detail: many 1603s used Rolex’s Caliber 1570 family, one of the brand’s most respected vintage movements, known for durability and long-term serviceability. That is part of why the reference has such a loyal following.

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Secondly, Introducing Ten:Ten Early Access. For those that belong to the newsletter, follow me on Instagram, or visit the website, you will have first dibs on early access inventory before it gets released on more visible and public markets. Often, you will get the best deal if you can catch it in early access.

First up in Early Access is a beautiful Nomos 37mm Club Sport Petrol Green Stainless Steel Watch, Reference:746. This watch is in exquisite shape and will be ready to ship on Friday, March 27th, 2026. It will get listed on public markets on Monday, March 29th.