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Vintage Rolex 1655 Explorer Steve McQueen STRAIGHT HAND 1972 UNPOLISHED
Vintage Rolex 1655 Explorer Steve McQueen STRAIGHT HAND 1972 UNPOLISHED

Vintage Rolex 1655 Explorer Steve McQueen STRAIGHT HAND 1972 UNPOLISHED

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 1655 Serial: 3039*** Year: 1972 Model: Rolex Explorer "Steve McQueen" Straight Hand Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Di...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 1655 'Albino Freccione' Vintage Steel Mens Watch W/Papers
Rolex Explorer II 1655 'Albino Freccione' Vintage Steel Mens Watch W/Papers

Rolex Explorer II 1655 'Albino Freccione' Vintage Steel Mens Watch W/Papers

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Rolex Explorer II 1655 'Albino Freccione' Vintage Steel Mens Watch. Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. Straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjus...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steve McQueen Explorer II "Freccione" Ref. #1655 Straight Hand Watch, 1971
Rolex Steve McQueen Explorer II "Freccione" Ref. #1655 Straight Hand Watch, 1971

Rolex Steve McQueen Explorer II "Freccione" Ref. #1655 Straight Hand Watch, 1971

By Rolex

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Brand: Vintage Rolex Model: Explorer II * UNPOLISHED* Year: 1971 Serial number: 327xxxxx Reference: #1655 Case: Show normal sign of wear with no sign of polish from previous; inner ...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Rolex Explorer II 1655 “Steve McQueen” Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 1655 “Steve McQueen” Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 1655 “Steve McQueen” Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 1655 Mens Watch. 39mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour bezel. Black dial with Luminous hands and index hour markers. Minute markers on the outer dia...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

ROLEX Explorer  Ref. 1016,  1972
ROLEX Explorer  Ref. 1016,  1972

ROLEX Explorer Ref. 1016, 1972

By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Rolex Explorer 1, Ref. 1016, serial number = 1972, Oyster Bracelet, original, near mint dial.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

'Steve Mcqueen' Orange-hand Explorer II By Rolex

'Steve Mcqueen' Orange-hand Explorer II By Rolex

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Stainless Steel Orange-Hand Explorer II by Rolex

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Ref 1655 Explorer II "Straight Hand" 1st Series
ROLEX Ref 1655 Explorer II "Straight Hand" 1st Series

ROLEX Ref 1655 Explorer II "Straight Hand" 1st Series

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Stainless Steel Orange Hand "Steve McQueen" Explorer II by Rolex. A must have for all collectors, recognized for its original design with big orange 24-hour hand. A true tool watch w...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX "Steve McQueen" Ref 1655 Stainless Steel Explorer II
ROLEX "Steve McQueen" Ref 1655 Stainless Steel Explorer II

ROLEX "Steve McQueen" Ref 1655 Stainless Steel Explorer II

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Stainless Steel Orange Hand "Steve McQueen" Explorer II by Rolex. A must have for all collectors, recognized for its original design with big orange 24-hour hand. A true tool watch w...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch ref 1655
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch ref 1655

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch ref 1655

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Nice overall condition with an early original “T Swiss T” MK II dial, service bezel and newer flip lock bracelet. 40mm

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Orange Hand "Steve McQueen"    Explorer II by Rolex

Orange Hand "Steve McQueen" Explorer II by Rolex

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Stainless Steel Orange Hand "Steve McQueen" Explorer II by Rolex - Box & papers, A must have for all collectors, funky big orange hand design, Satin finish stainless steel bezel, two...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Serviced at Rolex and accompanied by the service records. Retaining the original bezel and thick case, the watch has an attractive soft patina and during service was fitted with newe...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Ref# 1655 "Steve McQueen" Stainless Steel Explorer II

ROLEX Ref# 1655 "Steve McQueen" Stainless Steel Explorer II

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A fantastic example of the coveted Orange Hand 1970's Ref# 1655 Explorer II. This wristwatch has an evenly aged dial with even patina distribution across markers. The orange hour han...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1975
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1975

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1975

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Collectible vintage Rolex stainless steel Explorer I wristwatch, Ref. 1016, with hack feature and automatic movement. Stainless steel case with smooth bezel (36mm diameter). Black di...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel "Hacking" Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1970s
Rolex Stainless Steel "Hacking" Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1970s

Rolex Stainless Steel "Hacking" Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

This stainless steel Rolex Explorer features a mint condition case, hacking mechanism and soft patina on the dial. Rolex Explorers are always celebrated for their simplicity and trul...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II "Steve McQueen" Wristwatch Ref 1655
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II "Steve McQueen" Wristwatch Ref 1655

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II "Steve McQueen" Wristwatch Ref 1655

By Rolex

Located in Bal Harbour, FL

Circa 1978 with original 78360 bracelet MK2 Frog Foot Dial MK2 Bezel A wearable, collectable, iconic example of a 1970's Rolex. Also referred to as "Freccione" for the la...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Orange Hand Explorer II Watch Ref 1655
Rolex Stainless Steel Orange Hand Explorer II Watch Ref 1655

Rolex Stainless Steel Orange Hand Explorer II Watch Ref 1655

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Unpolished condition Rolex Explorer II, aka "The Steve McQueen", complete with box and papers in absolutely exceptional condition, among the nicest we have encountered. Original beze...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Explorer Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1016
Rolex Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Explorer Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1016

Rolex Tiffany & Co. Stainless Steel Explorer Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1016

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

“This is a great watch”. It’s got it all. A striking patina that’s matched on the hands and markers, originally sold at Tiffany & Company and in amazing, all original condition. The ...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Mint Rolex Explorer II Ref. #1655 with Patina
Pre-Owned Mint Rolex Explorer II Ref. #1655 with Patina

Pre-Owned Mint Rolex Explorer II Ref. #1655 with Patina

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

This watch is noted for its exceptional “pumpkin” colored patina, mint overall condition and unpolished case. It is an example that would suit the preference of the discerning collec...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Explorer II Steve McQueen Steel Matte Black Dial Automatic Wristwatch
Rolex Explorer II Steve McQueen Steel Matte Black Dial Automatic Wristwatch

Rolex Explorer II Steve McQueen Steel Matte Black Dial Automatic Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Stainless Steel Steve McQueen Explorer II Vintage Gents Wristwatch, matte black dial with hour markers, date at 3 0'clock, orange GMT hand, a fixed stainless steel 24 hour bezel, a...

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Straight Hand Explorer II Sold by Joyeria Riviera circa 1975
Rolex Straight Hand Explorer II Sold by Joyeria Riviera circa 1975

Rolex Straight Hand Explorer II Sold by Joyeria Riviera circa 1975

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Absolutely one of the best orange hand ref. 1655 Explorer II we have ever seen, this watch has every detail spot on and absolutely no excuses. A true "Holy Grail" example! The lis...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Orange Hand Wristwatch Ref 1655
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Orange Hand Wristwatch Ref 1655

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Orange Hand Wristwatch Ref 1655

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex stainless steel Explorer II orange hand Steve McQueen wristwatch, Ref. 1655, with automatic movement, 26 jewels, acrylic crystal. Stainless steel with 24 hour bezel (38mm diam...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel "Straight Hand" Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 Circa 1975
Rolex Stainless Steel "Straight Hand" Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 Circa 1975

Rolex Stainless Steel "Straight Hand" Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 Circa 1975

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Rolex stainless steel "straight hand" Explorer II wristwatch, Ref. 1655, Circa 1975. One of the latest serial numbers you will see for a straight hand Explorer II… But that’s not all...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

'Steve McQueen' Orange Hand Explorer II by Rolex
'Steve McQueen' Orange Hand Explorer II by Rolex

'Steve McQueen' Orange Hand Explorer II by Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

'Steve McQueen' Orange Hand Explorer II by Rolex - Stainless Steel, ref #1655, amazing condition

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer I Wristwatch Ref 1016
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer I Wristwatch Ref 1016

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer I Wristwatch Ref 1016

By Rolex

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This a mint example of a Rolex Explorer I reference 1016 from the 1970s. The case is very sharp and the dial is in mint condition. This particular watch comes with a hack feature. Th...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Freccione Wristwatch Ref 1655
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Freccione Wristwatch Ref 1655

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Freccione Wristwatch Ref 1655

By Rolex

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a Rolex Explorer II reference 1655 with an orange GMT hand known as the Steve McQueen or Freccione. The dial and hands have a very pleasing patina. The case and bezel are bot...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Wristwatch Ref 1655
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Wristwatch Ref 1655

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Wristwatch Ref 1655

By Rolex

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a great example of a stainless steel Rolex Explorer II, Ref. 1655, circa 1974. It has the original factory bezel and a beautiful original dial with pleasing luminous markers....

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Ref 1655 aka Steve McQueen or Freccione c.1974
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Ref 1655 aka Steve McQueen or Freccione c.1974

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Ref 1655 aka Steve McQueen or Freccione c.1974

By Rolex

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a great example of a Rolex Explorer II from 1970's. It has the original factory bezel and a beautiful original dial with pleasing luminous markers.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a mint and unused example of an original Rolex Explorer I reference 1016 retailed by Tiffany & Co from the 1970's.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Explorer II ref 1655 2.9m circa 1970
Rolex Steel Explorer II ref 1655 2.9m circa 1970

Rolex Steel Explorer II ref 1655 2.9m circa 1970

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS Explorer II ref 1655 early model serial # 2.9 million circa 1970 with straight sweep seconds hand without luminous dot.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch circa 1978
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch circa 1978

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch circa 1978

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Explorer wristwatch, Ref. 1016, serial number 5.7 million, circa 1978. Beautiful condition original matte black dial with luminous ivory-colored indexes and mat...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016
ROLEX Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016

ROLEX Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS Explorer 1 ref 1016, 2.95 million serial # circa 1971. 36mm diameter case with smooth bezel, acrylic crystal, calibre 1570 self winding movement with sweep seconds and hack ...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer I 1016 Men's Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Explorer I 1016 Men's Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Explorer I 1016 Men's Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Xupes Reference: W007963 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Explorer Model Variant: I Model Number: 1016 Age: 1972 Gender: Men Complete With: Rolex Box & Guarantee Booklet Dial: Black Quar...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer 1655 Men's Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Explorer 1655 Men's Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Explorer 1655 Men's Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

Xupes Reference: W007886 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Explorer Model Variant: 0 Model Number: 1655 Age: 1972 Gender: Men Complete With: Rolex Box, Translation Booklet, Rolex Booklet, S...

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer 1 Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1016
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer 1 Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1016

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer 1 Chronometer Wristwatch Ref 1016

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer 1 ref 1016 serial# 2.5 million circa 1970. 36mm diameter case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer 5500, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Explorer 5500, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Explorer 5500, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer Reference #: 5500. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 34 MM. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by WatchFacts.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex SS Explorer II ref #1655 c.1975
Rolex SS Explorer II ref #1655 c.1975

Rolex SS Explorer II ref #1655 c.1975

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS Explorer II ref #1655 39mm fixed 24 hour bezel serial #3.9 million
circa 1975 with very pleasing original matte black dial with white luminous
indexes and han...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Explorer I ref. 1016 circa 1970s
Rolex Steel Explorer I ref. 1016 circa 1970s

Rolex Steel Explorer I ref. 1016 circa 1970s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS Explorer 1 ref 1016 very late production model 9.0 million serial # circa 1985. 36mm diameter case with smooth bezel very sharp original matte black dial with bright ivory l...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Steel Explorer II Ref# 1655 Circa 1982
ROLEX Steel Explorer II Ref# 1655 Circa 1982

ROLEX Steel Explorer II Ref# 1655 Circa 1982

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS Explorer II ref # 1655 serial #7.4 million circa 1982. Very appealing matte black dial with nicely patin'd luminous indexes, matching luminous hands. and lightly faded orang...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1975 Rolex Explorer I Stainless Steel 1016 Wristwatch
1975 Rolex Explorer I Stainless Steel 1016 Wristwatch

1975 Rolex Explorer I Stainless Steel 1016 Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

This is an example of the sixth reference in the Rolex Explorer history, following on from the earliest prototypes 6058 and 6150, then the 6258 and 6350.

Category

Vintage 1970s British Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer I 1016 Men's Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Explorer I 1016 Men's Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Explorer I 1016 Men's Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Xupes Reference: W007721 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Explorer Model Variant: I Model Number: 1016 Age: 1976 Gender: Men Complete With: Xupes Presentation Box Dial: Black Baton Glass:...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Explorer I ref. 1016 circa 1970s
Rolex Steel Explorer I ref. 1016 circa 1970s

Rolex Steel Explorer I ref. 1016 circa 1970s

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

coming soon.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel McQueen Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655
Rolex Stainless Steel McQueen Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655

Rolex Stainless Steel McQueen Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The Rolex Explorer is one of the more iconic, well known Rolex models of the past 40 years. This particular model, a reference 1655, has a number of nicknames, including the McQueen,...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1979
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1979

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1979

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Explorer wristwatch, Ref. 1016, 6.1 million serial number, circa 1979. 36mm case with smooth bezel, original matte black dial with luminous indexes and cream co...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1975
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1975

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1975

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Explorer wristwatch, Ref. 1016, serial number 4.0 million, circa 1975. 36mm case with original matte black dial with patinaed luminous indexes. Calibre 1570 sel...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex SS 1016 Explorer 1 ref# 1016 c. 1975
Rolex SS 1016 Explorer 1 ref# 1016 c. 1975

Rolex SS 1016 Explorer 1 ref# 1016 c. 1975

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex SS 1016 Explorer 1 ref # 1016 4.0 million serial# circa 1975. 36mm diameter case, matte black dial with light ivory luminous indexes and hands. Calibre 1570 chronometer rated s...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel black dial Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016
Rolex Stainless Steel black dial Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016

Rolex Stainless Steel black dial Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016

By Rolex

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

This Estate Rolex 1016 Explorer from circa 1972 has just been fully serviced. What is special about this particular timepiece is that it has original hands, dial, case, and bracele...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Rolex Explorer II Stainless Steel 1655 Watch
Pre-Owned Rolex Explorer II Stainless Steel 1655 Watch

Pre-Owned Rolex Explorer II Stainless Steel 1655 Watch

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

Rolex is the undisputed king of watchmaking with a crown logo to match. Rolex set the standard in immaculate design and precision engineering, which were virtues dear to prolific Ger...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1972
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1972

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016 circa 1972

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Explorer wristwatch, Ref. 1016, serial number 3.4 million, circa 1972. 36mm case with smooth bezel and acrylic crystal, with original black dial, luminous index...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer I Double Stamped T25 Stainless Steel 5500
Rolex Explorer I Double Stamped T25 Stainless Steel 5500

Rolex Explorer I Double Stamped T25 Stainless Steel 5500

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Ref: COM2309 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Explorer I Model Ref: 5500 Age: Gender: Mens Complete With: Xupes Presentation Box & Original Glass Dial: Black Arabic / Baton Glass: Plexig...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Steel Explorer II Straight Hand Ref 1655 circa 1972
ROLEX Steel Explorer II Straight Hand Ref 1655 circa 1972

ROLEX Steel Explorer II Straight Hand Ref 1655 circa 1972

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Explorer II, Ref. 1655, serial 3.25 million, circa 1972. Early first-generation model with straight second hand. Exceptionally beautiful matte black original di...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch, ref 1655 circa 1973
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch, ref 1655 circa 1973

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch, ref 1655 circa 1973

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II, ref 1655, serial # 3.9 million, circa 1974. Exceptional condition example, recently serviced by Rolex Barcelona, Spain. Original matte black dial w...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1979
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1979

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1979

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Explorer II wristwatch, Ref. 1655, serial number 6.3 million, circa 1979. Late production model in exceptional condition. Beautiful condition matte black dial w...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1973
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1973

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1973

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Explorer II wristwatch, Ref. 1655, serial number 3.7 million, circa 1973. Fixed 24 hour bezel, original matte black dial with patinaed luminous indexes and hand...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Steve McQueen Explorer II Wristwatch circa 1978
Rolex Stainless Steel Steve McQueen Explorer II Wristwatch circa 1978

Rolex Stainless Steel Steve McQueen Explorer II Wristwatch circa 1978

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Explorer II wristwatch, Ref. 1655, so-called Steve McQueen model, serial number 5.3 million, circa 1978. Great condition example with very pleasing original mat...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1971
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1971

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1971

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex stainless steel Explorer II wristwatch, Ref. 1655, serial number 2.9 million, circa 1971, so-called Steve McQueen. Very nice early example with matte black dial with warmly pat...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Explorer II ref. 1655 Orange Hand c. 1973 "McQueen"
Rolex Steel Explorer II ref. 1655 Orange Hand c. 1973 "McQueen"

Rolex Steel Explorer II ref. 1655 Orange Hand c. 1973 "McQueen"

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Explorer II ref 1655 Orange hand serial #3.5 million circa 1973 superb condition mint orignal dial, bezel, case and heavy Oyster bracelet. Orignal Explorer booklet, users guide...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

ROLEX Retailed by Tiffany & Co, Explorer II "Steve McQueen" Ref. 1655
ROLEX Retailed by Tiffany & Co, Explorer II "Steve McQueen" Ref. 1655

ROLEX Retailed by Tiffany & Co, Explorer II "Steve McQueen" Ref. 1655

By Rolex

Located in Los Angeles, CA

BRAND NAME: Rolex STYLE NUMBER: 1655 SERIES: Explorer II "Steve McQueen" STYLE (GENDER): Men's CASE MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIAL COLOR: Black with "Tropi...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1973
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1973

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Steve McQueen Wristwatch Ref 1655 circa 1973

By Rolex

Located in Atlanta, GA

Brand: Rolex Series: Explorer II, Steve McQueen Ref.: 1655 Serial: 3,XXX,XXX / Circa 1973 Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 36.0 millimeters Movement: Original Role...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 0 3097674 Stainless Steel Deployant Not Recommended for Use in
Rolex Explorer II 0 3097674 Stainless Steel Deployant Not Recommended for Use in

Rolex Explorer II 0 3097674 Stainless Steel Deployant Not Recommended for Use in

By Rolex

Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Xupes Reference: W008147 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: Explorer II Model Variant: 0 Model Number: 3097674 Age: Adjustable up to 18.5cm Gender: Stainless Steel Deployant Complete With: ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 1655

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch ref 1655 serial # 2.9 million circa 1971. 40mm diameter Oyster case with stainless steel 24 hour bezel and acrylic crystal. Very pleasing...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Brand: Cartier Series: Santos Model: W2SA0008 Case Diameter: 44 mm Bracelet: 18k yellow gold / stainless steel Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: Silver Carat Weight: 30.00 carats in ...

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Unworn Rolex Daytona 40mm Steel Ceramic White Dial Panda Oyster Watch 116500LN
Unworn Rolex Daytona 40mm Steel Ceramic White Dial Panda Oyster Watch 116500LN

Unworn Rolex Daytona 40mm Steel Ceramic White Dial Panda Oyster Watch 116500LN

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. 2023 card. Box and papers included. General Information: Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Name: Rolex Daytona 116500LN Model Number: 116500LN Country/Reg...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex GMT-Master II Yellow Gold Green Dial & Black Ceramic Bezel Oyster Bracelet
Rolex GMT-Master II Yellow Gold Green Dial & Black Ceramic Bezel Oyster Bracelet

Rolex GMT-Master II Yellow Gold Green Dial & Black Ceramic Bezel Oyster Bracelet

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

18k yellow gold case with a 18k yellow gold rolex oyster bracelet. Bi-directional rotating, 18k yellow gold bezel. Green dial with yellow gold tone hands and luminous dots hour marke...

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Pasha C Chronograph Stainless Steel 36mm
Cartier Pasha C Chronograph Stainless Steel 36mm

Cartier Pasha C Chronograph Stainless Steel 36mm

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Dm 1.42 in

Cartier Pasha C Chronograph Stainless Steel 36mm

By Cartier

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Pasha Chronograph REFRENCE: 2412 SIZE: 36mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: White BAND: Stainless Steen WRIST SIZE: 6.75 MOVEMENT: Automatic No box or papers. Acc...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch

Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2018 Cartier Tank Solo reference 2742 Large Wrist Watch. 34 X 27 MM water resistant 18k Yellow Gold with Steel Case back, Sapphire crown, Scratch resistant sapphire crystal, qu...

Category

2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Rolex Daytona 18K White Gold Black Diamond Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116509
Rolex Daytona 18K White Gold Black Diamond Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116509

Rolex Daytona 18K White Gold Black Diamond Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116509

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. 2022 card. Original box and papers. Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 116509 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Model:...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Rolex Yacht-Master 18K ROSE GOLD Oysterflex 40mm Watch 116655 Complete MINT
Rolex Yacht-Master 18K ROSE GOLD Oysterflex 40mm Watch 116655 Complete MINT

Rolex Yacht-Master 18K ROSE GOLD Oysterflex 40mm Watch 116655 Complete MINT

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This Rolex Yacht-Master wristwatch is a luxurious timepiece that exudes elegance and style. Crafted from 18K rose gold, it features a polished case finish and a bidirectional rotatin...

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLNR 40mm Stainless Steel Batgirl Box Papers New 2023
Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLNR 40mm Stainless Steel Batgirl Box Papers New 2023

Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLNR 40mm Stainless Steel Batgirl Box Papers New 2023

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Introducing the Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLNR wristwatch, featuring a 40mm stainless steel case with a bidirectional rotating GMT bezel in blue and black. The black dial boasts lumi...

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Rose Gold Sundust Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116505
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Rose Gold Sundust Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116505

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 18K Rose Gold Sundust Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116505

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-Owned. Very rare Sundust Dial. Excellent condition. This watch comes with an original box and paper. * Free Shipping within the USA * Three-year warranty coverage * 14-day retur...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Sky-Dweller Everose Gold Chocolate Dial Automatic Watch B&P 326935
Rolex Sky-Dweller Everose Gold Chocolate Dial Automatic Watch B&P 326935

Rolex Sky-Dweller Everose Gold Chocolate Dial Automatic Watch B&P 326935

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. It comes with an original box and paper. 3-year in-house warranty.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116500LN
Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116500LN

Rolex Daytona Black Dial 116500LN

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A stainless steel 116500LN Daytona from Rolex with a black dial. Complementing the black dial is a black ceramic bezel with a tachymetric scale, three counters, and pushers. The Oys...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Daytona White Gold Racing Dial 116509
Rolex Daytona White Gold Racing Dial 116509

Rolex Daytona White Gold Racing Dial 116509

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Cosmograph Daytona crafted in white gold by Rolex. Featuring a silver racing dial with red detailing. Like all Daytona's this model features a tachymetric scale, three counters and...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Day-Date President 36 18k Yellow Gold Green Dial Luxury Watch 118138
Rolex Day-Date President 36 18k Yellow Gold Green Dial Luxury Watch 118138

Rolex Day-Date President 36 18k Yellow Gold Green Dial Luxury Watch 118138

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with the original box and papers. 3-year in-house warranty.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rolex Daytona Chronograph Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116500LN
Rolex Daytona Chronograph Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116500LN

Rolex Daytona Chronograph Steel Ceramic Black Dial Automatic Mens Watch 116500LN

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. 2023 Card. Box and papers. * Free Shipping within the USA * Five-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch's authenticit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

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Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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