Rolex · Explorer
1016
SpecificationsWS / 1016
- Production
- 1963–1989
- Model
- Explorer
- Case material
- Oystersteel
- Case size
- 36mm
- Movement
- Automatic
- Calibre
- Cal. 1560
- Dial colours
- Black
- Market value band
- $15k – $45k
The Explorer at its purest and its longest-lived: roughly 30 years in production with almost no design change. A matte black dial, 3-6-9 numerals, no date, no complications. It is the reference most often cited as the best-proportioned Rolex ever made.
- Produced from roughly 1963 to 1989 with remarkably little variation.
Common questions
Before you ask.
When was the Rolex 1016 produced?
The 1016 was produced from 1963 to 1989.
What movement does the Rolex 1016 use?
The Rolex 1016 runs the Cal. 1560, an automatic movement.
How do I check a Rolex 1016 with Watch Safe?
Look up the watch's serial number in the Watch Safe registry to see whether a record exists or a theft flag is attached. A registry search identifies records for a specific serial; it does not authenticate the watch. Authentication is performed in person by an independent expert authenticator, and Watch Safe records and publishes the result.
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