Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 1 Watch. Ref: 1016. c.1960 Accompanied by History of Revealing Rolex Correspondence & Service ...

Condition Report*: Type: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 1 Watch. Ref: 1016. c.1960 Accompanied by History of Revealing Rolex Correspondence & Service Papers
Signed: dial, case and movement signed by maker
Model: Explorer I
Dial: matt black with tritium markers and numbers
Hands: Luminova Mercedes hands
Metal: stainless steel
Case Info: #516611
Case Width: 36mm
Crystal: acrylic
Watch Movement: Rolex caliber 1560, 26 jewel movement. Note: Updated rotor.
Band: Rolex USA JB Big Logo Jubilee bracelet.
Circa: 1960
Condition: The watch exhibits an even distribution tiny scratches and dings about the case, lugs and bezel. NOTE: Rolex replaced the center case in 1997 stamping it with the same reference and serial number as the original and documented in the owners correspondence. No marring to the case back teeth. The top of the crown has an abrasion but screws down smoothly and securely. Good lug holes. Perfect, later Rolex replacement tritium dial and perfect later Rolex Luminova hands. Rolex later replacement oval link Jubilee bracelet is quite stretched but is structurally sound. Clasp is scuffed but has a nice "snap." The watch sets, winds and runs and although the service history is exceedingly well documented the watch has not been serviced in recent history, thus the watch is sold as described with no further mechanical warranty. As always, a fresh service is recommended for everyday use.