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Courtesy of a good friend, I very recently managed to snag a vintage gilt 1016 which I have been looking for a long time, in the right condition.. I'm absolutely delighted with it, and am pretty sure it's going to be on the wrist for a while. I love to sw...  

For your consideration. I find that it communicates its utilitarian purpose very well in this combo. Best Shawn ...  

I do have that same sand coloured NATO and might just give it a try after seeing this.

the property of a fellow collector. Bill Rolex 6610 ...  

And a fine specimen that is!

But, I've said it and I'll say it again. You're incorrigible! Anyway, here's my not so sexy version. Regards Ian ...  

That Ian! You buying an explorer played a part in my poisoning process so you have a share in the blame!

Enjoy, and congratulations for this superb addition. Nicolas ...  

Noticed your preference for natos with the 6610. And I can see why. Lovely specimen too, and the white albino second hand is the cherry on the cake.

Beautiful patina on your watch Nicolas!

... The Explorer 1 is a classic, for which I have a special fondness. Tough, reliable, sporty, cool looking is a very niice watch to have on the wrist. I like to wear mine on its original Oyster bracelet. Here is my picture! Enjoy yours in good health! Co...  

I love it on the bracelet too. Your gilt 1016 has a really lovely patina.

I am no vintage expert but I must say this vintage Explorer looks great! Why are you and Ian and also Shawn all poisoning me with your Explorers?!! Arghhhh Cheers Robin

Resist!

Search your feelings; you know it to be true ;-)

I will never turn to the dark side!!!! :p

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Very privileged to try it today, it wears beautifully indeed. For me, I\'d plump for the bracelet, call me a traditionalist but I like my Rolexes on bracelets

Indeed I will probably switch it back tonight, haha!

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lovely catch ! The vintage Explorer are getting very rare these days. Wear it in good health.. hope to see it in person hopefully in the near future.. Cheers !

Wear it in good health ...  

Thanks Logan

Here just some greetings from house to house: Explorer 1016, low-key treasure for me Have to say, it looks great on these beige Natos, like Nico\'s, but somehow I mostly prefer its rivited bracelet.. Best & HAGWE, hs ...  

For the kind words Hs111. Indeed the rivet bracelet seems the most right with it, and the combination Just melts right into your wrist.. Had it on distressed leather strap today. ...  

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I feel a NATO strap would look awesome on such a watch!!

No fluff, no fat. My 1973 1016 says hello. ...  

and much more rare!

A bit of a gamble on the deal, but I really love it. ...  

Not a lot of sun here today, but here's one from the commute. ...  

I have to admit, I was inspired by this site thanks to Baron's Red Depth post. When I saw the Gold Depth come up, it looked really special. I've only see two others with the same dial. Thanks again.

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