amanico[JLC Moderator]
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A " curiosity ": Rolex Explorer II 16550 " Prototype " White, and Black.
Apr 25, 2021,18:12 PM
Well, that's what the Auction House says ( Antiquorum ).
What is the detail which makes them think that it is a prototype?
The nipple dials, here.
Which you don't find in any other Explorer II, 16550 or 16570.
Now, I am very prudent when it comes to Rolex " prototypes ". OR you have an evidence that these are prototypes, and here, I mean an official evidence, OR you don't have it.
Personally, I learned by myself, a long time ago, that when you have a doubt, or when it is too " exotic ", you should pass.
Of course, I may be wrong, and it is to everyone to make his own rule, here, but at least it is mine.
Other than its legitimacy, I find the " nipples " very cool. If only...
Best,
Nicolas