Lot 36
ROLEX - a gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Explorer II bracelet watch. Circa 1995. Reference 16570,...
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Lot 36
ROLEX - a gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Explorer II bracelet watch. Circa 1995. Reference 16570,...
Lot 36
Lot Description
ROLEX - a gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Explorer II bracelet watch. Circa 1995. Reference 16570, serial W462942. Signed automatic calibre 3185. White dial with luminous baton hour markers, date aperture to three. Calibrated bezel, stainless steel case fitted to a signed stainless steel Oyster bracelet with modified Oysterlock clasp. 39mm.
Please be aware that this watch has had significant aftermarket intervention.
Brand: Rolex
Export issue: Yes
Model: Explorer II
Postage: Auction Default
Derivative: Oyster Perpetual
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Movement is currently functioning.
<li>Movement has scratches, marks and tarnishing commensurate with general wear visible to the naked eye.
<li>Dial appears to be in an average condition with some light marks and scratches when viewed under a 4x loupe.
<li>Hands show noticeable marks and tarnishing
<li>Glass has some scratches and marks when viewed under a 4x loupe.
<li>Case shows light scratches and marks.
<li>Crown screws down and is currently functioning correctly; the surface has light scratches and marking.
<li>Bracelet has light scratches and some signs of light stretching to links. End links do not match up and consist of a mismatched pair, one of which is a 501 B and the other a 593 believed to be a later replacement.
<li>Clasp is currently functioning and shows visible scratches and marks. Clasp appears to be a later replacement constructed from a marriage of parts - the clasp is a Fliplock extension with an Oysterlock catch. The bracelet code suggests that this watch would have originally been fitted with an Oysterclasp.
<li>Bracelet measures approximately 17.5cm including case.<p>
This lot does not come with box or papers.<p>
Fellows do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold.<p>
Due to opening of the case back we recommend this watch is re-sealed by an authorised technician to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.<p>
Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for any additional considerations that may affect this lot.<p>
If you should have further queries regarding this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Conrad Cunningham on 0121 212 5506 or at conrad@fellows.co.uk
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