Rolex Explorer II 16550 c.1986 Watch Only
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Basic Info |
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Listing code | IPF329 |
Brand | Rolex |
Model | Explorer II |
Reference number |
16550
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Dealer product code | CHW5145 |
Movement | Automatic |
Case material | Steel |
Bracelet material | Steel |
Year of production | 1986 (Approximation) |
Condition | |
Scope of delivery |
No original box, no original papers
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Gender | Men's watch/Unisex |
Location | United Kingdom, London |
Price | £6,995 (= AU$13,723) |
Availability | Item is in stock |
Caliber |
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Movement | Automatic |
Caliber/movement | 3085 |
Power reserve | 48 h |
Number of jewels | 27 |
Case |
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Case material | Steel |
Case diameter | 40 mm |
Water resistance | 10 ATM |
Bezel material | Steel |
Crystal | Sapphire crystal |
Dial | Black |
Dial numerals | No numerals |
Bracelet/strap |
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Bracelet material | Steel |
Bracelet color | Steel |
Clasp | Fold clasp |
Clasp material | Steel |
Functions |
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Date |
Description |
Watch: Rolex Explorer II 16550 c.1986 Watch Only
Stock Number: CHW5145 Price: £6,995.00 This remarkable timepiece is considered to be the model that bridges between the then old-style retro looking Explorers and its modern successors. It is in fact the first five digit Explorer II which along with its new and in our view more aesthetic looks also brought massive improvements which basically laid the foundation for what we now know as the modern Explorer II. The Rolex Explorer II 16550 is a transitional model which adds more value in the eye of every collector. It was produced between 1984 and 1989 which makes it a real collectible. The introduction of the 16550 was accompanied by a number of new model-defining features: - case was increased from 39mm to 40mm - bezel engravings changed - acrylic glass was replaced by sapphire crystal - dotted hour markers replaced the square markers Perhaps the biggest change was to be found when exploring the movement of the watch. The automatic caliber 3085 replaced its predecessor 1500 series movement with which came a number of changes too - hacking seconds, a quickset function for the date and an independent arrow hand. This is a truly remarkable timepiece, well worthy of its place in history. Due to its age, we gave it a full overhaul worth £960. Some mechanical swaps and a glass replacement as it was in no-marketable state, in addition we also had the hands re-lumed and added a new dial also. |
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