On Explorer 1016

[ericssan]

hi

usually i prefer vintage SD 1665 or subbie 1680. But I come across a nice 1016. Of course it is smaller in size. But it does look cute and not so widely worn. Coupled with its rich history with Expedition to Everest as its backdrop, it gets more attractive by the day for me.

Any opinions? Priced at about SGD8500. Anyone knows if parts and service still available. I assume it is.

[minusplus]

hi

usually i prefer vintage SD 1665 or subbie 1680. But I come across a nice 1016. Of course it is smaller in size. But it does look cute and not so widely worn. Coupled with its rich history with Expedition to Everest as its backdrop, it gets more attractive by the day for me.

Any opinions? Priced at about SGD8500. Anyone knows if parts and service still available. I assume it is.

If I'm not wrong, the 1016 should be produced in the 60s to late 80s. That's at least a good 20yrs from now. Movement wise it's driven by calibre 1560 which differs from the current Explorer calibre 3000.

As for the price, really have to depend on the condition of the watch and whether it's complete with box and papers. An overhaul will probably costs a bomb...

[ericssan]

If I'm not wrong, the 1016 should be produced in the 60s to late 80s. That's at least a good 20yrs from now. Movement wise it's driven by calibre 1560 which differs from the current Explorer calibre 3000.

As for the price, really have to depend on the condition of the watch and whether it's complete with box and papers. An overhaul will probably costs a bomb...

Any idea how much will such an overhaul costs?

[minusplus]

Any idea how much will such an overhaul costs?

Depends on how extensive are the restoration works. Could amt to an order of magnitude of > $1K easily. Spare parts could well be an issue here since Rolex has stopped producing any model running on 1560 calibre since almost 20yrs ago? But then again, the qn is: How much do you like the watch?

[2277]

hi

usually i prefer vintage SD 1665 or subbie 1680. But I come across a nice 1016. Of course it is smaller in size. But it does look cute and not so widely worn. Coupled with its rich history with Expedition to Everest as its backdrop, it gets more attractive by the day for me.

Any opinions? Priced at about SGD8500. Anyone knows if parts and service still available. I assume it is.

The 1016 is a beauty. But S$8.5K is far too dear...

[keltzar]

I think I saw one for $8k with papers.

[116520]

Really? Where? Do you know what series?

I think I saw one for $8k with papers.

[Darkangel]

Hi I am a newbie..
Want to know more about a model call Steve McQueen. Anybody has info.
Thks

Isn't it the Submariner 5513? I m not sure...

[teo]

Hi I am a newbie..
Want to know more about a model call Steve McQueen. Anybody has info.
Thks

That model is 1655 known as orange hand explorer2. Price is about $26k to $30k.

[116520]

Here is a picture of 1655... enjoy....

That model is 1655 known as orange hand explorer2. Price is about $26k to $30k.

[Darkangel]

Here is a picture of 1655... enjoy....

Very nice....*drool*

[keltzar]

explorer 1016

Really? Where? Do you know what series?

... if you are interested drop me a note and I'll tell you where

[Reborn]

You need to check if the 1016 has an original dial or a replacement dial. If the latter, price you quoted is too high.

[hst]

Price of 1016 now?

So, what is the price like for a 1016 (matte, and not gilt dial) now? I saw one for about $5.6. Thanks

[Lexushowroom]

Wah ! A classic piece man !
The E2 Steve McQueen last time ppl used to called it "Mark 2".
I recall long time ago abt 1998 ~ 1999, i came across a piece of nice 6yrs preowned condition & it has already cost ard SGD12k.
Now ! wooh crazy price man ! it now abt SGD22k onward & still goin high high up !
i saw a piece @ Top Hour (Sound like Not For Sale), just svc & refurbish by SRC & it look nice & brans new but lost it look of vintage ?

So guys ! what u guys prefer ?
A nice glow lume brand new dial or a vintage wash off look with yellowie lume no longer can glow ?