1978 Rolex Explorer 1 Ref: 1016 with Beautiful Patina

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1978 Rolex Explorer 1 Ref: 1016 with Beautiful Patina

$17,300.00

Inventory 1186

Brand Rolex

Style Explorer

Model 1016

Serial 5,7XX,XXX

Dial Matte Black

Material Stainless Steel

Case (mm) 36

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Case

Excellent case that has previously been lightly polished and has very light wear from use.

The inside of the caseback is stamped: 1016

Bezel/Insert

Excellent condition smooth bezel insert that retains a sharp edge and has very light wear from use.

Dial

Excellent matte dial with even and deep creamy yellow/orange hour markers.

Hands

Excellent original Tritium hands that do not glow and have aged to a few shades lighter than the markers.

Bracelet/Strap

Excellent USA C+I rivet bracelet with 12 links. The bracelet has no stretch.

The clasp is stamped: 78

Accessories

This watch comes with the watch as shown in the photos, a rolex service box, both hang tags and a receipt from purchase in 1979.

This watch was purchased preowned in 1979 and placed in a safe until recently.