The Explorer 1016 is one of the most iconic Rolexes, that was in production for almost 30 years. This reference started with a gilt, glossy dial, and towards late 1966, early 1967 the manufacture switched to a matte dial with painted numerals (like the on...
There is something about the overall proportions and integration of all the elements that work so well. I love my 114270, which comes close, but this is even nicer.
A hybrid of a dress watch and a sport watch, I cannot agree more. And the pleasure of wearing it does not just come from the look but also the feel. I do not have the 36mm but even owning a 39mm coming from the same family, I do not have doubt about it.