Rolex Explorer I 1016 Glossy Gilt Full Set

Model:	Explorer I, Oyster Perpetual, Perpetual, Rolex, Vintage
Year of issue:	1967
Reference number:	1016
Condition:	hardly worn
Status:	sold
Dealer country:	Belgium
Dealer name:	Antoine Rauis
Price in EUR €	n/a

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Description

Full steel, riveted Oyster bracelet, glossy gilt "Swiss T<25" dial, superb patina on the indexes and Mercedes hands, smooth bezel, plexiglass, screw down crown, chronometer certified automatic movement (COSC), caliber 1570. With original box, papers and chronometer certificate, full set!

Dealer

Antoine Rauis

THE EXPLORER 1953

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.

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