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Sporting the 1016 today...
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 one you see
here), which was made by the manufacture well into the 1980s. The thing
that that is loved so much about the Explorer is its consistency (which Rolex
is the king of). For example the Explorer was always produced with a
think 36mm steel case with a 20mm lug width, creating almost magical
proportions on any wrist size. In short, this is one of the most
versatile Rolexes ever produced, and is the perfect hybrid of an elegant
dress watch and a sporty tool watch.
Sporting the 1016 today...
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...
Yours is very crisp
Probably a late model and only gently used - superb. Have you had it for long?
Fantastic -- that watch is so simple, yet so good
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.
Yours is very well maintained. Looks great!
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.