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Rolex Explorer 1016

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Year of issue: 1966
Reference number: 1016
Condition: mint
Status: sold
Dealer country: Spain
Dealer name: Ancienne Vintage Gallery
Price in EUR € n/a
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Description

Rolex Explorer ref. 1016 from 1966. Beautiful Rolex Explorer in very nice condition. The case has been polished but yet maintains in good overall condition. The gilt dial preserves the characteristic mirror effect and the lume is all original. The bracelet has minimal stretch and bears the 258 end links. The case back is stamped II.65, confirming its mid-1960s production. This Explorer is a great example of one of Rolex's most iconic tool watches and a compelling opportunity to own a piece of horological history.

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Ancienne Vintage Gallery

THE EXPLORER 1953

Rolex on Everest's first ascents
Inspired by knowledge gained from this fascinating chapter of human adventure, the Oyster Perpetual Explorer, launched in 1953 to celebrate the victorious ascent of Everest, immediately acquired iconic status.

EVEREST 1953

In 1953, Sir John Hunt’s expedition, in which Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay reached the summit of Mount Everest, was equipped with Oyster Perpetuals.

PIONEERING WATCHES

In the early 1950s, Rolex developed professional watches that served as tools and whose functions went far beyond simply telling the time. These watches were intended for professional activities, such as deep-sea diving, aviation, mountain climbing and scientific exploration. The watches generated lasting enthusiasm and became known as the watches of achievers.