ROLEX - a gentleman's stainless steel Oyster Perpetual Explorer wrist watch.
Description
Condition Report
ROLEX - a gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Explorer wrist watch. Circa 1962. Stainless steel case. Reference 1016, serial 857365. Signed automatic calibre 1570. Black dial. Fitted to an unsigned black leather strap with stainless steel pin buckle. 36mm. Please see the condition report for details of third party intervention.
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Purchasing information- Movement is currently functioning. Movement is a later replacement and not correct for this model. Movement is not the correct one for a watch of this age.
- Movement has scratches, marks and tarnishing commensurate with general wear visible to the naked eye. Movement is a replacement, not the original.
- Dial appears to have noticeable marks and scratches. Dial has been poorly repainted.
- Hands show marks and tarnishing with discolouration to the luminous paint.
- Glass has noticeable scuffs and multiple scratches.
- Case shows noticeable scratches, marks and dints.
- Crown screws down and has scratches and marks.
- Strap shows wear with visible marks, creasing and discolouration.
- Buckle shows wear to the plating as well as marks and scratches.
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Due to opening of the case back we recommend this watch is re-sealed by an authorised technician to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.
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