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Rolex Explorer Vintage 1963 Explorer 3,6,9 Dial Stainless Steel 36mm ref. 1016

Name: Rolex Vintage 1963 Explorer 3,6,9, Dial Stainless Steel 36mm ref. 1016
Brand: Rolex
SKU: 1016
Price: 24900 USD
Availability: InStock

Used () | Year of production 1963 | No original box | No original papers

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Basic Info
Listing code	HU1ZQ3
Brand	Rolex
Model	Explorer
Reference number	1016 (Arabic Dial)
Dealer product code	MUUX@
Movement	Automatic
Case material	Steel
Bracelet material	Steel
Year of production	1963
Condition	The item shows minor signs of wear, such as small, intangible scratches.
Scope of delivery	No original box, no original papers
Gender	Men's watch/Unisex
Location	United States of America, Massachusetts, Boston
Price	$24,900 [Negotiable]
Availability	Item is in stock
Caliber
Movement	Automatic
Caliber/movement	1570
Power reserve	48 h
Number of jewels	26
Case
Case material	Steel
Case diameter	36 x 44 mm
Water resistance	10 ATM
Bezel material	Steel
Crystal	Plexiglass
Dial	Black
Dial numerals	Arabic numerals
Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material	Steel
Bracelet color	Steel
Clasp	Fold clasp
Clasp material	Steel

Description

Rolex Vintage 1963 Explorer 3,6,9, Dial Stainless Steel 36mm ref. 1016
Box: No
Papers: No
Year: Serial Number Denotes 1963 year production
Condition Report: This genuine vintage Rolex is in exceptional condition for a vintage watch of it's age, and has developed unique patina. This vintage watch is sold "as is" and "as photographed". Watch movement has been inspected and tested prior to sale - movement is functioning as normal.
Case Size: 36mm
Case Metal: Stainless Steel
Movement: Automatic
Power Reserve: 48 hours
Dial Color: Black Dial
Strap/Bracelet: Black Leather Strap
Buckle: Stainless Steel Tang
Exhibition Caseback: No
Complications: N/A
Warranty: 1-year SC&L Preowned Warranty
SC&L SKU: 5661023

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Boston, United States of America

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Rolex Explorer Vintage 1963 Explorer 3,6,9 Dial Stainless Steel 36mm ref. 1016

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