Rolex Explorer 1016 w/ Papers + RSC Papers

Introduced in 1960 an icon was born in the Rolex Explorer reference 1016. The 1016 was produced until circa 1989.

This example features an 1.28M serial dating it to circa 1966. The dial has been reprinted. It originally would have had a gilt dial. It comes from the family of the original owner. The case has been polished. It measures 36mm in diameter (43mm lug-to-lug).

To learn more about the history and evolution of the Rolex Explorer I, you can see my video and corresponding article Reference Points A Comprehensive Collector's Guide To The Rolex Explorer I.

The watch does not come with box. It comes with papers and Rolex Service Center papers. We do not know the service history and is running great. It recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar. For those looking for an attractively priced 1016, this is a very cool watch.

PRICE: $9,900 (Item SBUXYT3120)