Rolex - Explorer - 1016 - Men - 1963

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Joaquín Fernández Cebrián
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Over 25 years' watch expertise and nearly 20 years as a goldsmith business owner.

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Rolex Explorer 1016, a 36 mm stainless steel automatic watch from 1963 with a black repainted dial, original 6251H/FF55 steel Jubilee bracelet, and the original box included (papers and warranty not included).

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◆ Movement: Genuine Rolex 1560 calibre. Overhauled, in good condition, with an accuracy of approximately ±8 seconds per day.
Please see the images.
◆ Dial: Repainted dial and not the coeval hands, it is rare and highly sought after among collectors.
◆ Plastic crystal:
Installed an original dome crystal from the time. It has a distinctive antique feel. 
◆ Case Steel: The serial number is engraved with 90xxxx. It appears to have been manufactured around 1963
◆ Bracelet Steel: Original 6251h, FF55. It has stretched over the years, but is suitable for everyday use. The combination of the Jubilee bracelet and 1016 adds to the antique feel.
◆ The antique box: adds a wonderful antique touch.

◆ Movement: Genuine Rolex 1560 calibre. Overhauled, in good condition, with an accuracy of approximately ±8 seconds per day.
Please see the images.
◆ Dial: Repainted dial and not the coeval hands, it is rare and highly sought after among collectors.
◆ Plastic crystal:
Installed an original dome crystal from the time. It has a distinctive antique feel. 
◆ Case Steel: The serial number is engraved with 90xxxx. It appears to have been manufactured around 1963
◆ Bracelet Steel: Original 6251h, FF55. It has stretched over the years, but is suitable for everyday use. The combination of the Jubilee bracelet and 1016 adds to the antique feel.
◆ The antique box: adds a wonderful antique touch.

Details

Brand
Rolex
Gender
Men
Model
Explorer
Reference Number
1016
Band material
Steel
Shipped Insured
Yes
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Period
1960-1969
Repainted dial
Yes
Movement
Automatic
Dial colour
Black
Case material
Stainless steel
Original box included
Yes
Original papers included
No
Original warranty included
No
Case diameter
36 mm
Condition
Good - visible signs of wear
Year
1963
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