I have always love the Rolex Explorer series. This is my first watch purchased in the year 2024 and it is a Rolex Explorer 1 ref 1016 from 1962 and from the original owner. The watch is in very bad shape and it is in need of a service and thorough cleaning as it has dirt and rust marks on its case. It has a mark3 dial. I love restoring vintage watches.
There are dirt and rusts around the case but luckily no serious corrosion
Crystal has been heavily scratched but dial remains original despite losing all the luminous
Mark 3 dial
There are 6 different period dials perhaps produced by different dials suppliers during that time
I have sent it for a thorough service and cleaning. The case has been fully cleaned with ultrasound cleaner and no polishing of case as below:
The lugs are still fat
Numerals are still clearly engraved
Before & After photos of the watch case below:
This is the final product
Comparison between the Rolex 6610 & 1016
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I am quite happy with the outcome. The next task is to look for a nicer Rolex 1016 dial in order to bring the watch back to its former glory.
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