Explorer

1973

£11,500

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Model name
Explorer
Year
1973
Metal
Stainless Steel
Reference
5500
Dial
Matte Black
Serial
27XXXXX
Style
Men's / Unisex
Bezel
Smooth
Indexes
Luminous
Case
34mm
Bracelet
Oyster
Bracelet size
Max. 202mm
Crystal
Plexiglass
Box & Paperwork
Rolex
Movement
Automatic Cal. 1520
Condition
Excellent
Original matte black Explorer dial

Rare original matte black Explorer dial and “Mercedes” hands. The dial is signed “Swiss – T<25” referring to the original tritium luminous on the dial which has a nice patina and matching with the hands. The dial has not been touched and remains in excellent original condition.

stainless steel case with smooth bezel

This Explorer Precision reference 5500 in stainless steel shares the same reference as Air-King. The 2.7 million serial number in-between the lugs corresponds with the original guarantee paperwork dated 1973. This watch features a plexiglass crystal and a Rolex Twinlock screw down crown. The case & bracelet have been professionally polished by our watchmaker giving the watch a stunning aesthetic.

Original Rolex Oyster Bracelet

Original Rolex Oyster “folded” link bracelet, reference 7835 19 with 357 end links and clasp dated 2/72 (2nd quarter of 1972). Bracelets can be resized to fit on request.

Box & Paperwork

This watch comes complete with its Rolex box, original Rolex guarantee paperwork and Rolex service paperwork. Rare to find for a watch from this period. It is accompanied by documentation to guarantee the authenticity and a certificate from The Watch Register stating that the watch has cleared their extensive database of lost & stolen watches.

Oysterbar Guarantee

This watch has been checked by our experts and serviced by our watchmaker, so that we can guarantee the authenticity and provide a one year mechanical warranty.