Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Wristwatch Ref. 1016 Gilt Chapter Ring
Item History & Price
Offered here is a vintage Rolex Explorer, Ref. 1016, with rare and early gilt "chapter ring" dial, circa 1962, offered at no reserve!Reference/Model: Rolex Explorer, Ref. 1016Case: Stainless SteelDimensions (excluding crown): 36mmFunction: TimeCaliber: Cal. 1560
Condition Report: The case has been polished in the past, but retains thick and even lugs. The original gilt dial is in good condition, with an even patina throughout, and no chips, scratch...es, etc. The dial and hands retain their original tritium lume, and react to UV light as they should. Watch is running, but service history is unknown, and the watch has not been timed/tested in detail, so a service is recommended at buyer's expense. Serial and reference numbers visible between the lugs; caseback stamped "1016" and "II.62".____________________________________________________________________Please feel free to email me with any questions, but please ask all questions prior to bidding. I reserve the right to end my auctions early and to cancel any bidders with questionable feedback history.
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I do not overhaul movements (unless noted) or offer any type of mechanical warranty. Watch currently runs and functions but would benefit from a service/overhaul. On Nov-30-20 at 03:43:42 PST, seller added the following information:Case back is original, please ignore the line “presumably a replacement”, it is just leftover text from another listing.