DESCRIPTION:
WW - Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer I, ref 1016, circa 1969, 36mm x 44mm to lug tips, 20mm lug width, original stainless steel screw back Oyster case, black leather strap, original black matte MK2 dial with tritium painted luminous indices, 26J cal 1570, s#2126086, triple signed, inside back ref 1016, dated II-69.
CONDITION:
Mvt: Running, excellent cosmetic movement condition overall, hardly any oxide to steelwork, light fine scratches to plates; excellent dial with light spotting at perimeter; fine Mercedes hands with cracked luminous paint; polished case shows light wear, light dings on the backs of the lugs from being worn on a bracelet for many years; Rolex signed crown Oyster shows hardly any wear, good threads; good plastic crystal; resealed for auction.
ESTIMATE:
$7000
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$12000
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