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Rolex 16750 som spidering but very hard to see.
2 interesting Rolex Explorer II Ref 16570.
One for its condition and patina of the indices, from 1992:
The second one, Black AND Rail, which is quite unusual for this reference, less unusual for a 16650. Forget the poor condition of the dial, the interest of this watch is educational.
The second one, Black AND Rail, which is quite unusual for this reference, less unusual for a 16650. Forget the poor condition of the dial, the interest of this watch is educational.
BUT I have to say that I very rarely saw a Black Rail 16550 ( and as a consequence, even more rarely on a 16570 ) in good condition. Most of them are " spider ".
Best,
Nicolas
The famous spider dial. I love the white patina.
Rolex 16750 som spidering but very hard to see.
The letter “C” in “Chronometer” is aligned with the letter “C” in “Certified” .
It usually comes with linger second markings, not always.
Thanks. I'd have never guessed that one.
But now that you said it all I can see is the "rail" in the negative space in the text. Sorta like the first time you see the arrow in the FedEx logo.
I confess I was also wondering about this!
Searching for an elusive rail track minutes marking on the dial!
Beautiful watches to my eye.
The EXP II (40) has been an Enigma for me.
I LOVE this model, black, white, ivory
BUT
It somehow dosn't work on my wrist. can't wear them as it dosn't feel right almost funny, while the Daytona or even 40mm DJ with similar case works perfect.
There are some watches which do the same to me. Heuer Monaco, for example. Strange, really strange.
I actually had one of those 10-12 years ago
A 16550 black "rail" dial, from late 1984 / early 1985, if my memory serves.
And yes, it had a spider dial, but a very subtly one where the cracks could only be seen at some angles, and was virtually impossible to capture in a photograph.
With hindsight, I feel a bit silly I let this one go. The patina really made it stand out. But I remember that I wasn't too fond of the thicker case compared to a reference 16570, and found it a bit cumbersome.
Still, it was a cool watch.
I must confess that I have a strange attraction for the 16550. I really love this transitional reference and gladly own the cream dial, but I still run after this black rail dial. Veeeery hard to find!
Too bad you sold yours... It looked really cool!
Two very different dials, and not only in the color. That reminds me my first 16550...