Rolex Explorer I 1016

Name: Rolex Explorer I 1016 Stainless steel Black 1974 | Dealer
Brand: Rolex
SKU: 1016
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Rolex Explorer I 1016 36mm Stainless steel Black

Rolex Explorer I 1016 36mm Stainless steel Black 1

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Description

1974 Rolex Explorer 1016, 36MM, Black Gilt Dial, Stainless Steel Men’s Watch

Title: 1974 Rolex Explorer 1016, 36MM, Black Gilt Dial, Stainless Steel Men’s Watch • Reference#: 1016. • Model: Explorer. • Case Material: Stainless Steel. The crystal of the watch has a few scratches. • Band: Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bracelet. • Clasp: Stainless Steel Single Fold Oysterclasp. 1974 Rolex Explorer 1016, 36MM, Black Gilt Dial, Stainless Steel Men's Watch • Brand: Rolex • Model: Explorer • Reference#: 1016 • Serial#: ******** • Case Material: Stainless Steel • Crystal: Acrylic Crystal • Movement: Automatic • Band: Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Bracelet • Wrist Size (Approximate): 7.25 inches, 12 Full Size Links • Clasp: Stainless Steel Single Fold Oysterclasp • Case Size: 36.00 mm • Bezel: Fixed Smooth Bezel • Dial: Original Black Gilt Dial W/Arabic Numeral and Index Hour Markers • Total Weight: 112.0 grams • Box/Papers: None • Swiss Made Condition Description: The crystal of the watch has a few scratches. The casing, bezel, and bracelet have some minor visible signs of surface scratching from previous ownership. The stainless steel oyster perpetual bracelet has some very minor stretching in between the links, it currently fits a wrist size up to 7.25 inches.

Collectible Features |Rolex Explorer I 1016

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Tropical Dial

A dial that has aged from black to a brown or caramel color due to prolonged exposure to sunlight and elements. Highly prized for its unique and attractive aging. Greatly increases value due to unique appearance and collector demand.

Gilt Dial

Dial with gold-colored text and markers. Common in older, vintage models. Adds value due to vintage appeal and aesthetics.

Swiss Underline

A dial marked with an underline below the "Swiss," indicating a specific period of production or luminescent material change.