Rolex Explorer 1016

Rolex Explorer I 1016 Tropical Gilt Chapter Ring Underline Dial

Inspired by the first-ever successful summit of Mount Everest by Sir Edmund Hillary and his Sherpa Tenzing Norgay, who wore a Rolex Oyster Perpetual, the Rolex Explorer has long been Rolex's ultimate adventure watch. Constructed entirely from Rolex's 904L steel, the Explorer's robust design ensures that it can always battle the elements. Featuring some of Rolex's most capable movements and a rich heritage to boot, the Explorer is another display of their timeless design as this icon of watchmaking has remained virtually untouched in its aesthetic since its inception. Identifiable by its signature 3-6-9 glossy black dial, a flat stainless steel bezel, and entirely satin-brushed stainless steel case and bracelet, the Rolex Explorer has become renowned for its understated class, sporty elegance, and capable construction. Brand : Rolex Dimensions : 36mm Model : Explorer I Movement : Automatic cal. 1550 Reference : 1016 Bracelet : Stainless steel Oyster bracelet Year : 1963 Condition : Excellent Material : Stainless steel Included : Watch only Dial Color : Dark brown (Tropical) THE DIAL Featuring a sleek tropical brown dial with large radium luminescent indices and Arabic numerals populating 3, 6, and 9 o'clock, the Explorer ref. 1016's popularity amongst collectors has aided in making the Explorer's dial design a true icon within Rolex's offering. Boasting gilt inscriptions and an underlined SCOC script, this ref. 1016 is a collector's dream. THE CONSTRUCTION With its hollow end links and center links, riveted bracelet, and fold-over clasp, this Explorer ref. 1016 is perhaps the purest expression of what a vintage Rolex was like to wear back in its heyday. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.