Rolex Explorer ref. 1016 Gilt Tropical Dial with Papers

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The Explorer 1016 with its three-hand simplicity and discreetly wearable size is, more than any other sports watch from Rolex , the one that touches the line between the professional watch and the watch to be worn every day for any occasion. The Explorer has become the embodiment of what many consider the watch to be the ” unique and unrepeatable” ideal to own. Its simplicity and classic design allow it to go anywhere, not just to the highest peaks. And the reference 1016 in particular, which spanned no less than 29 years of production, from 1960 to about 1989, is a true vintage collector’s item. It is the smallest, simplest and most consistent of Rolex professional watches, the Explorer is not there to surprise or amaze us, so ,unexpectedly it does just that, the effect is phenomenal.
This example features a beautiful gilt dial. It mounts the first of the open minute dials, where time has turned its raven black dial into a deep dark brown. The luminescence is very pleasing. The hands have been replaced over time with curved ones.
the 1.05 mil serial which dates it to about 1964. The watch is fitted with a TrueDome crystal. The case has been polished in the past. It measures 36 mm in diameter (43 mm from lug to lug). In conclusion, it is one of the most desired watches, and for very good reason. The 1016 is one of the purest expressions of watch design.

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Rolex Explorer ref. 1016 Gilt Tropical
Serial 1,053.6**,1964

Case:
steel in excellent condition
Serial and reference are perfectly visible between the lugs

Dial:
original Rolex Gilt dial
open minute track
turned brown
hands replaced
in very good condition

Caseback:
original Rolex 1016 engraved with year of manufacture
in very good condition

Bracelet:
bracelet Oyster finials replaced
clasp 2 63
in excellent condition

Accessories: Rolex warranty

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Watches on consignment enjoy the “seen and liked” formula: they are not serviced but are guaranteed on originality.

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