This Rolex Explorer is in overall great vintage condition consistent with its age. The case is in good condition with normal signs of wear. The inside caseback is stamped "1016". The Mark 4 dial is in overall great condition; it has a light drag mark between 11-12 on the edge. The lume on the dial has developed light patina and aged to a marshmallow white color. The hands have developed patina and the lume in the hands was color corrected/ relumed to match the color of the lume on the dial. This watch has a 978360 bracelet with 12 links and no. 580 end links. The clasp is stamped "D" indicating it is from 1979 which makes sense for the production of the watch. The bracelet is in good condition with normal signs of wear and light stretch between the links which is not uncommon.
Rolex introduced the 1016 Explorer in 1959 and it was in production until 1989 making it one of the longest running produced references from the brand. At the beginning of the run Rolex made the dials glossy and then switched to the matte style around 1966. Collectors have identified 5 different dial variations for the matte dial 1016s. This example is circa 1978 and features a Mark 4 dial. One defining characteristic of this dial is the tall coronet which is pretty easy to identify especially when comparing to other mark dials.
This example comes from the original family and has a great overall look; we love the contrast of the marshmallow colored lume against the matte black dial!
This vintage Rolex Explorer is absolutely gorgeous. Love the look, feel, and history.
Nice watch! As per described
I have been searching for this model with the Jubilee bracelet for a long time. Bob's had the right watch at the right price. Purchased online. No issues and received quickly.
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