1967 Rolex Explorer 1016 with Box, Papers and Service Papers
“Less is more” - such is the case for the Explorer reference 1016. Very good vintage condition, with thick, sharp lugs and bezel. Original mark 1 “frog foot” dial, named as such for the crown on the dial bearing similarities to a frog’s foot. The lume on both the dial and the hands, when exposed to UV light, glows briefly and then dies down within a few seconds — correct for this serial era. Also known as “day glow” due to the mixture of zinc sulfide in the lume, which can appear a slight greenish color to it. For the most part, this watch has gorgeous patina on the dial and hands.
The watch was sent to LA Watchworks for a full overhaul, and hour hand relumed with period correct luminous material. Comes with its remaining one year warranty from date of service. The watch comes with its original rivet bracelet, boxes, chronometer certificate, original guarantee booklet (punched serial).
Serial - Year: 1.73m ~1967
Bracelet - Strap: 7206 rivet bracelet with 55 ends. Dated 68. Fits up to 7” wrist with 2 extra links (~7.75”)
Box - Papers - Accessories: Outer box, inner box, chronometer certificate, hang tag, original guarantee booklet (punched serial), service papers from LA Watchworks
Service History: 12/31/2023 via Los Angeles Watchworks
“Less is more” - such is the case for the Explorer reference 1016. Very good vintage condition, with thick, sharp lugs and bezel. Original mark 1 “frog foot” dial, named as such for the crown on the dial bearing similarities to a frog’s foot. The lume on both the dial and the hands, when exposed to UV light, glows briefly and then dies down within a few seconds — correct for this serial era. Also known as “day glow” due to the mixture of zinc sulfide in the lume, which can appear a slight greenish color to it. For the most part, this watch has gorgeous patina on the dial and hands.
The watch was sent to LA Watchworks for a full overhaul, and hour hand relumed with period correct luminous material. Comes with its remaining one year warranty from date of service. The watch comes with its original rivet bracelet, boxes, chronometer certificate, original guarantee booklet (punched serial).
Serial - Year: 1.73m ~1967
Bracelet - Strap: 7206 rivet bracelet with 55 ends. Dated 68. Fits up to 7” wrist with 2 extra links (~7.75”)
Box - Papers - Accessories: Outer box, inner box, chronometer certificate, hang tag, original guarantee booklet (punched serial), service papers from LA Watchworks
Service History: 12/31/2023 via Los Angeles Watchworks