Rolex Explorer I Tropical Dial Reference 1016 Unpolished

Introduced in 1960 an icon was born in the Rolex Explorer reference 1016. It was produced until circa 1989. This example is a spectacular Explorer 1016 with an amazing tropical dial. It features a 1.04M serial dating it to circa 1964. The case remains unpolished and measures 36mm in diameter (43mm lug-to-lug). It is paired on a 7206 Rivet bracelet by Rolex with correct 58 end links.

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 and papers. It has recently been serviced by Dr. Greg Petronzi which cost over $1,000 and is running great. It has just passed a 3 bar water resistance test. It features a TrueDome D22 crystal.

SOLD (Item SBUXYT1607)