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Rolex Explorer.

The watch that was on the wrist of Tenzing Norgay when he stood on the summit of Everest in 1953. From the earliest proto-Explorer references through every mark of the legendary vintage ref. 1016, the Steve McQueen 1655, and both current generations — Explorer I and Explorer II, every era, every variant.

Vintage Specialists Ref. 1016 Every Mark Explorer I & II 1655 Steve McQueen
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Explorer I & Explorer II Specialists

The Explorer was born from the most demanding environment on Earth and designed to need nothing that wasn't essential. We will purchase every reference from the earliest proto-Explorer 6098 through today's 224270 — including every mark of the ref. 1016, every dial variant of the 1655, and every generation of Explorer II. If you own an Explorer worth selling, we know exactly what it is and what it is worth.

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Every Explorer, Every Era


Proto & Pre-Explorer
REFS. 6098 · 6150 · 6350 · 6610  ·  c.1950–1959
The watches that preceded and built the Explorer's identity — large-crown steel sport references with the 3-6-9 Arabic dial, tested and worn in the Himalayas before the model was formally named. The 6350 is directly associated with the 1953 Everest era. Production numbers are very low across all proto references. Any confirmed proto-Explorer is a significant acquisition.
Explorer I — Ref. 1016
REF. 1016  ·  1959–1989  ·  30-YEAR PRODUCTION  ·  MARK I–VII
One of the greatest sport Rolex references ever produced — made for 30 uninterrupted years across seven distinct dial marks and two case generations. PCG gilt chapter-ring Mark I examples of the early 1960s represent the apex of vintage Explorer collecting. Every mark is understood and priced correctly here — from the exclamation dial Mark I through the lollipop seconds Mark VII.
Explorer II — Ref. 1655
REF. 1655  ·  1971–1985  ·  "STEVE McQUEEN"
The original Explorer II — fixed 24-hour bezel, orange arrow hand, 40mm case, Cal. 1575. The 1655 with white dial commands a substantial premium over black; the earliest Freccione fat-arrow hand examples are the most collectible. One of the definitive vintage Rolex tool watches in the entire canon.
Explorer I — 14270 & 114270
REFS. 14270 · 114270  ·  1990–2010  ·  36MM
The transitional 36mm Explorer I generations with sapphire crystal. The 14270's early "Swiss Made Only" dial variant is a known collector detail worth a premium. Both references have strong followings as the last 36mm Explorers before the disputed size increase — the 114270 in particular as the final correct-dimension pre-modern Explorer.
Explorer II — 16550 & 16570
REFS. 16550 · 16570  ·  1985–2011  ·  40MM
The sapphire-crystal Explorer II era spanning 26 years. The 16550 (1985–89) produced for only four years; its cream "Rail Dial" has become one of the most collectible modern Explorer configurations. The 16570 Polar white dial commands a consistent premium over black throughout the entire 22-year production run.
Explorer I & II — Current
REFS. 214270 · 224270 · 216570 · 226570  ·  2010–PRESENT
The 224270's celebrated return to 36mm in 2021 corrected the unpopular 214270's 39mm deviation. The 226570 Explorer II grew to 42mm with Cal. 3285. Both current references purchased at full secondary market rates. Box and papers add meaningfully to offers on all modern pieces.

Collector Terminology

Explorer Nicknames, Marks & Variants


The Explorer collector community uses precise terminology for dial marks, case generations, and production variants. Identifying your exact configuration is the first step toward an accurate offer.

PCG
PCG — Pointed Crown Guards
Ref. 1016 Mark I & II, c.1959–1965
The sharp, angular crown guard shape on the earliest 1016 cases — before Rolex transitioned to softer rounded crown guards (RCG) around 1964–65. PCG cases are the single most collectible 1016 case generation. A PCG case with gilt chapter-ring dial and unpolished lugs is the apex of vintage Explorer I collecting. Once the case edges are polished, the sharp PCG definition is permanently lost — original geometry is everything.
MK I
Mark I — Exclamation & Chapter Ring
Ref. 1016, c.1959–1963
The very first 1016 dials carry an exclamation point (!) in tiny print below the 6 o'clock, a raised inner chapter ring, gilt-printed text, and a PCG case. Cal. 1560 (non-hacking). This is the rarest and most valuable 1016 configuration — it requires close examination to identify, is easily missed by uninformed sellers, and commands a premium that far exceeds the cost of sending clear photos to someone who knows what they are looking at.
MK II
Mark II — PCG Gilt, No Chapter Ring
Ref. 1016, c.1963–1966
The exclamation point is removed; the chapter ring disappears; the gilt dial continues on a gloss black lacquer surface; PCG case persists. Cal. 1560 transitioning to 1570. Slightly more common than Mark I but still extremely desirable as a PCG gilt example — the warm depth of original gilt printing on an unpolished PCG case is impossible to replicate. Among the most sought-after vintage sport Rolex configurations.
MK III
Mark III — Late Gilt / Transitional
Ref. 1016, c.1965–1968
The transitional mark as Rolex moved from PCG to RCG cases and from gilt to matte dials — some Mark III examples are PCG with late gilt dials; others are early RCG with transitional dials that show characteristics of both eras. Cal. 1570. The PCG-case Mark III examples are highly prized as the last PCG Explorers; early RCG examples with any gilt characteristics are also collectible crossover pieces.
MK IV
Mark IV — RCG Early Matte
Ref. 1016, c.1968–1972
Rounded crown guards fully established; matte black dial with white-printed text replaces gilt; Cal. 1570; "T Swiss T" lume designation. The clean matte black dial gives the Mark IV a purposeful, modern readability the gilt marks don't have. An unrestored Mark IV with original lume patina and original acrylic crystal is a benchmark vintage Explorer — the honest tool watch ideal made real.
MK V
Mark V — RCG Matte, Standard Seconds
Ref. 1016, c.1972–1977
The most widely produced 1016 mark — RCG case, matte dial, Cal. 1570, non-hacking movement, standard pointed seconds hand. "T Swiss T" text present on early Mark V; removed on later examples transitioning to "Swiss Made." An honest, heavily worn Mark V with original unrestored lume and unpolished case is exactly the kind of example that resonates with serious Explorer collectors.
MK VI
Mark VI — Lollipop Seconds, Cal. 3000
Ref. 1016, c.1977–1983
The enlarged circular seconds hand tip — nicknamed "lollipop" — arrives alongside the upgraded hacking Cal. 3000 movement. "Swiss Made" only text (no "T Swiss T"). The lollipop seconds hand is a polarizing collector detail: some prefer it for the functional improvement of the hacking movement; others specifically seek non-lollipop examples. Knowing which you have matters to offers from both camps.
MK VII
Mark VII — Final 1016 Generation
Ref. 1016, c.1983–1989
The final 1016 mark before the reference was replaced by the 14270 in 1989. RCG case; matte dial; Cal. 3000 (hacking); lollipop seconds; "Swiss Made" only. Collectors prize the Mark VII as the last expression of a 30-year reference — produced until the end without fundamental compromise. A Mark VII in box with papers is an extraordinary find given the 1016's production era.
TR
Tropical Dial
Ref. 1016 — select vintage examples
A 1016 dial that has chemically aged from original black lacquer to warm brown, caramel, or two-tone — the same phenomenon prized on Submariner and Datejust examples. Tropical Explorer dials are rarer than tropical Submariner examples due to lower production numbers. A genuine, uniformly aged tropical 1016 dial on an unpolished case is extraordinary — the premium over a standard black dial example is very significant.
SM
Steve McQueen / Freccione
Explorer II Ref. 1655, 1971–1985
"Steve McQueen" is the collector nickname for the 1655 — the actor's actual ownership is unverified but the name is universal. "Freccione" (Italian: big arrow) describes the thicker, broader orange GMT hand on the earliest 1655 examples (c.1971–74), which Rolex later slimmed. A white-dial Freccione 1655 in unpolished condition is the apex 1655 configuration and among the most sought-after vintage Rolex tool watches period.
RD
Rail Dial (16550)
Explorer II Ref. 16550, 1985–1989
The cream/off-white dial variant of the 4-year-production ref. 16550 — nicknamed "Rail Dial" for its distinctive minute track. One of the most collectible modern Explorer configurations. The critical challenge: distinguishing a genuine cream Rail Dial from a faded standard white dial or a replaced dial requires close examination. We authenticate in-house. The value difference between a genuine Rail Dial and a standard white 16550 is very substantial.
PL
Polar (Explorer II)
Explorer II — 16570 · 216570 · 226570
The white-dial Explorer II is universally called "Polar" by collectors — a clean white face with black Arabic numerals and orange GMT hand. The Polar commands a consistent premium over the black dial in every Explorer II generation without exception. 16570 Polar, 216570 Polar, and 226570 Polar are each the more desirable configuration in their respective eras.

Configuration Guide

Cases, Dials & Key Details


3-6-9 Arabic Numerals
The defining Explorer dial layout since 1953 — Arabic numeral hour markers at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock with applied baton markers at all other positions. Born from the expedition requirement for maximum legibility in darkness and extreme cold. This layout has remained essentially unchanged across every Explorer I generation for over 70 years.
Gilt vs. Matte Dial
Gilt dials (c.1959–1967) feature gold-printed text on high-gloss black lacquer — warm, deep, irreproducible. Matte dials (c.1967–1989) use flat black surfaces with white printing — more legible in bright conditions and the majority of 1016 production. Both are highly collectible; the transition between them within the 1016 marks is a primary dating and valuation tool.
Tritium Lume Aging
Vintage Explorer hands and indices were coated in tritium luminous compound, which ages from white to cream, yellow, or warm brown over decades. Original, naturally aged tritium is exactly what serious collectors want — it documents genuine, unrestored use. Replaced or retouched lume is the single biggest value reducer on a vintage 1016. We never penalize honest aging; we prize it.
Acrylic vs. Sapphire Crystal
The 1016 and 1655 use acrylic crystals — slightly domed, scratches but polishes, and gives vintage Explorers characteristic depth. Sapphire arrived with the 14270 and 16550. Original unscratched acrylic on a vintage 1016 adds to its unrestored character; replaced acrylic or conversion to sapphire reduce collector value. We note and account for crystal originality on every vintage evaluation.
Fixed 24-Hour Bezel (Exp. II)
The Explorer II's fixed engraved 24-hour bezel is part of the case itself — unlike the GMT-Master's rotating bezel. It reads against the dedicated 24-hour hand to distinguish AM from PM without needing to count. On the 1655 it is engraved into the case ring; on later generations it is a separate component. Bezel legibility and condition are primary valuation factors on all Explorer II references.
Orange GMT Hand
The Explorer II's signature orange 24-hour hand — the Freccione fat-arrow profile on early 1655 examples, the slimmer profile on later production. Shade, thickness, and arrowhead proportion vary by era and are primary authentication tools. The hand's original lacquer intensity is critical on vintage 1655 examples. Some mid-production 16570 examples show orange vs. red-orange hand variation — a documented collector distinction.
Unpolished Case Condition
On a vintage Explorer, an unpolished case with original sharp lug edges commands a significant premium over a polished example in all other respects identical. Polishing permanently removes the crisp definition from lug angles and crown guard geometry. A single professional polish is not reversible. We assess case condition carefully in every vintage evaluation — original surface geometry is the most important physical characteristic after dial originality.
Calibre Progression
1016: Cal. 1560 (non-hacking) → Cal. 1570 → Cal. 3000 (hacking, lollipop era). 1655: Cal. 1575 throughout. 14270: Cal. 3000. 114270: Cal. 3130. 214270: Cal. 3132. 224270: Cal. 3230. Explorer II — 16550: Cal. 3085. 16570: Cal. 3185 → 3186. 216570: Cal. 3187. 226570: Cal. 3285 (Chronergy). Movement identification is a key dating tool across all references.
Oyster Bracelet Originality
All Explorers ship on the Oyster bracelet. Original matching Oyster bracelets on vintage 1016 examples (references 7205, 78350, 93150 depending on era) contribute materially to value. A full-length original bracelet with correct end links is increasingly rare on vintage Explorers. Replaced, stretched, or mismatched bracelets are disclosed and affect offers accordingly — we can identify correct bracelet references for every Explorer generation.
Case Size History & 36mm Return
Explorer I: 36mm from the first references through the 114270. The 214270 (2010–2021) grew to 39mm — a size change widely criticized by the collecting community. The 224270 (2021–present) returned to 36mm, celebrated as Rolex acknowledging what collectors had said for a decade. The 36mm case dimension is as fundamental to the Explorer I's identity as the 3-6-9 dial.

Complete Reference Directory

Every Explorer, Every Reference & Mark


Explorer I & II — every reference and every dial mark, proto-era through current production

Proto-Explorer & Pre-Reference Era c.1950–1959
Ref. 6098
c.1950–53; large crown, no crown guards; 3-6-9 Arabic gilt dial; Cal. 1035; among first watches Rolex called "Explorer type"; extremely rare; provenance essential to authenticate
Ref. 6150
c.1952–54; closely related to 6098; 3-6-9 gilt dial; Cal. 1036; associated with early Himalayan expedition testing; very low production numbers; critical proto reference
Ref. 6350
c.1953–55; "Explorer" name appears on dial for the first time; 3-6-9 Arabic numerals; Cal. 1036; directly associated with 1953 Everest expedition era; foundational named Explorer reference
First "Explorer"-named reference
Ref. 6610
c.1955–59; "Explorer" named; 3-6-9 dial; Cal. 1030 / 1036; small crown; acrylic crystal; transitional reference immediately preceding the 1016; final pre-1016 Explorer
Ref. 1011
c.1959–63; very short production; the immediate 1016 predecessor carrying its own reference number; Cal. 1560; virtually identical to Mark I 1016 in appearance; extremely rare
Explorer I — Ref. 1016, All Marks 1959–1989  ·  30-year production  ·  Mark I through Mark VII
1016 Mark I (c.1959–1963)
PCG case; gilt gloss black dial; inner chapter ring; exclamation point (!) below 6 o'clock; Cal. 1560 non-hacking; "T Swiss T"; the rarest and most valuable 1016 configuration — the holy grail of vintage Explorer collecting
PCG · Gilt · Chapter Ring · Exclamation — apex configuration
1016 Mark II (c.1963–1966)
PCG case; gilt gloss black dial; chapter ring and exclamation removed; Cal. 1560 → 1570; "T Swiss T"; less rare than Mark I but still the second most collectible 1016 as a PCG gilt example; original case condition paramount
PCG · Gilt · No chapter ring
1016 Mark III — PCG, Late Gilt (c.1965–1967)
Transitional PCG case; late gilt dial, some with early matte characteristics; Cal. 1570; transition era producing both PCG and early RCG examples with gilt or near-gilt dials; PCG Mark III examples are the last PCG Explorers
Last PCG generation
1016 Mark III — RCG, Early Matte (c.1967–1968)
Early RCG case; first true matte black dial; white-printed text; Cal. 1570; "T Swiss T"; transitional lume compound; any gill characteristics on the matte dial noted as collectible crossover examples
RCG transition · First matte dials
1016 Mark IV (c.1968–1972)
RCG case established; matte black dial; white-printed text; Cal. 1570; "T Swiss T" lume designation; baton lume plots; the quintessential clean tool-watch aesthetic — unrestored original lume and acrylic crystal essential
RCG · Matte · Cal. 1570
1016 Mark V (c.1972–1977)
RCG case; matte dial; Cal. 1570; non-hacking; standard pointed seconds hand; "T Swiss T" transitioning to "Swiss Made" on later examples; the most widely produced 1016 mark; honest wear examples in consistent demand
RCG · Most produced mark
1016 Mark VI (c.1977–1983)
RCG case; matte dial; Cal. 3000 hacking movement; lollipop seconds hand introduced; "Swiss Made" only (no "T Swiss T"); first hacking Explorer — can be stopped to set seconds precisely; distinct collector following
Lollipop · Cal. 3000 hacking
1016 Mark VII (c.1983–1989)
RCG case; matte dial; Cal. 3000 hacking; lollipop seconds; "Swiss Made" only; the final 1016 production generation — produced until 1989 replacement by 14270; collectible as last expression of a 30-year reference
Final 1016 — last of a 30-year run
1016 — Tropical Dial (any mark)
Any 1016 with original black dial aged to warm brown, caramel, or two-tone patina; genuine uniform tropical condition essential; rarer than tropical Submariner/Datejust; significant premium over standard black
Tropical — major value multiplier
1016 — "Meters First" Depth Rating
Select 1016 dials list depth in meters before feet — a market-specific production variant; uncommon on Explorer but documented; noted and valued when present as a dial variant
Explorer I — Refs. 14270 & 114270 (36mm) 1990–2010
Ref. 14270 — "Swiss Made Only" (c.1990–93)
Early 14270 with "Swiss" text omitted below 6 o'clock — only "Made" appears; Cal. 3000; sapphire crystal; 36mm; the more collectible 14270 dial variant; a known premium over standard later production
Swiss Made Only variant
Ref. 14270 — Standard (c.1993–2001)
Cal. 3000; sapphire crystal; 36mm; black 3-6-9 dial; "Swiss Made" text restored; Oyster bracelet; 11-year run; strong collector following as last-era 36mm Explorer before the 114270
Ref. 114270 (2001–2010)
Cal. 3130 (hacking, quickset); 36mm; sapphire; black dial; Oyster bracelet; 9-year run; last 36mm Explorer before the 214270 case enlargement; strong secondary demand from collectors who prefer 36mm
Last pre-39mm Explorer
Explorer I — Refs. 214270 & 224270 2010–present
Ref. 214270 — "Maxi Dial" (c.2010–2012)
Very earliest 214270 production with slightly larger-proportioned dial layout; Cal. 3132; 39mm; collectors call this early variant the "Maxi Dial"; niche premium among 214270 specialists
Maxi Dial — early production variant
Ref. 214270 — Standard (2012–2021)
Cal. 3132; 39mm; black dial; Oyster bracelet; 11-year run; now discontinued; strong secondary market despite the disputed size; box and papers add meaningfully
Ref. 224270 (2021–present)
Current Explorer I; returned to 36mm; Cal. 3230 (70-hr power reserve, Chronergy escapement, Parachrom hairspring); the celebrated correction; current production; purchased at full market rates
Return to 36mm — widely celebrated
Explorer II — Ref. 1655 1971–1985  ·  40mm  ·  Cal. 1575
1655 — Early Freccione, White Dial (c.1971–74)
White dial; thick fat-arrow "Freccione" orange hand; Cal. 1575; fixed 24-hr bezel; acrylic crystal; the apex 1655 configuration and one of the most collectible vintage Rolex tool watches
Freccione · White dial — maximum value
1655 — Early Freccione, Black Dial (c.1971–74)
Black dial; thick Freccione orange hand; Cal. 1575; fixed 24-hr bezel; acrylic; rarer configuration than white but highly collectible as an early Freccione hand example
Freccione · Black dial
1655 — Standard, White Dial (c.1974–85)
White dial; slimmer standard orange arrow hand (post-Freccione); Cal. 1575; fixed 24-hr bezel; acrylic; white dial commands 30–50% premium over black across all 1655 production
Steve McQueen · White dial premium
1655 — Standard, Black Dial (c.1974–85)
Black dial; standard orange arrow hand; Cal. 1575; fixed 24-hr bezel; acrylic crystal; most common 1655 configuration; strong secondary market across all conditions and vintages
Steve McQueen
Explorer II — Refs. 16550 & 16570 1985–2011  ·  40mm
Ref. 16550 — Cream "Rail Dial" (1985–89)
Cream/off-white dial with distinctive minute track; Cal. 3085; first sapphire-crystal Explorer II; only 4 years of production; one of the most collectible modern Explorer configurations; authentication essential
Rail Dial — significant premium
Ref. 16550 — Black Dial (1985–89)
Black dial; Cal. 3085; sapphire crystal; fixed 24-hr bezel; orange hand; 4-year production only; gaining collector attention as the rarer, shorter-run Explorer II reference
Ref. 16570 — Black Dial (1989–2011)
Black dial; Cal. 3185 → Cal. 3186; fixed 24-hr bezel; orange hand; 22-year run; most widely available vintage Explorer II; all production years purchased; box and papers meaningful
Ref. 16570 — White "Polar" Dial (1989–2011)
White Polar dial; Cal. 3185 → 3186; consistent premium over black throughout 22-year run; orange hand; the most in-demand 16570 configuration from first to last year of production
Polar
Ref. 16570 — Orange vs. Red Hand Variant
Mid-production 16570 examples show a documented shift in GMT hand lacquer from orange to a more red-orange tone — a production variance noted by specialists; relevant to some collector preferences and certain configurations
Orange vs. red-orange — documented production variance
Explorer II — Refs. 216570 & 226570 2011–present  ·  42mm
Ref. 216570 — Black Dial (2011–2021)
42mm; fixed 24-hr bezel; orange hand; Cal. 3187; Oyster bracelet; 10-year production; now discontinued; modern Explorer II with full classic DNA; purchased at strong secondary market rates
Ref. 216570 — White "Polar" Dial (2011–2021)
White Polar dial; 42mm; Cal. 3187; consistent premium over black; Oyster bracelet; the more desirable 216570 configuration throughout production
Polar
Ref. 226570 — Black Dial (2021–present)
Current Explorer II; 42mm; Cal. 3285 (70-hr power reserve, Chronergy escapement, Parachrom hairspring); Oyster bracelet; current production; purchased at full market rates
Ref. 226570 — White "Polar" Dial (2021–present)
Current Polar Explorer II; 42mm; Cal. 3285; consistently the more sought-after 226570 configuration; purchased at full market rates
Polar — most in-demand current variant

The Glenn Bradford Difference

Nearly Four Decades & Passionate Explorer Collectors


Glenn Bradford Fine Jewelry has been a trusted name in fine jewelry and watches for nearly 40 years, with deep roots in the Hamptons and New York. We have built expertise across the full spectrum of fine watchmaking — Rolex, Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, A. Lange & Söhne, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and beyond — and we approach every evaluation with the perspective of a serious collector rather than a generalist dealer.

The Explorer is a reference we revere. The ref. 1016 alone spans 30 years across seven distinct dial marks — each with its own case generation, movement calibre, dial printing style, lume compound, and case geometry. We know how to identify a genuine Mark I exclamation gilt chapter-ring dial in a PCG case from a Mark II. We know why a late lollipop seconds Mark VII with hacking Cal. 3000 represents the refined final expression of an extraordinary reference, and why a Freccione orange hand on a white-dial 1655 is the apex of Explorer II collecting. We know every mark, every hand, every calibre, every transition. These distinctions determine the difference between an accurate offer and an uninformed one.

We also know how to value honest condition on an Explorer. An unpolished 1016 with sharp case geometry, original aged tritium lume, and original acrylic crystal is worth materially more than a polished, serviced example with replaced lume — even if the polished watch looks "nicer." The Explorer was made for the world's harshest environments. The best examples show exactly that history. Bring us your honest Explorer and we will tell you what it is truly worth.


How It Works

A Simple, Discreet Process


01
Submit Your Watch

Use the form above or contact us directly. For vintage 1016 references, clear photos of the dial in natural light — including close-ups of the text, lume plots, and seconds hand tip — help us identify the mark precisely. For Explorer II, photos showing the bezel, GMT hand, and caseback serial are essential.

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Receive Our Assessment

We respond within 24 hours with a preliminary offer. For significant variants — PCG gilt 1016, tropical dial, Freccione 1655, Rail Dial 16550, or proto-Explorer references — we may request additional photographs before confirming a final figure.

03
Agree on Terms

Once we examine the watch in person or receive it via fully insured shipping, we confirm our final offer. No obligation to proceed at any stage.

04
Receive Payment

Payment is made promptly following final agreement and authentication. Wire transfer, check, or other arrangements available to suit your preference.


Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions


Enormously — and in ways that frequently surprise sellers. Dial originality is the single most important factor: original, naturally aged tritium lume in cream or warm honey tones is exactly what serious collectors want. Replaced, retouched, or repainted lume substantially reduces value — sometimes by 40% or more. Original acrylic crystal, even scratched, is preferred over a replaced one. Case condition is equally critical: an unpolished 1016 with sharp, crisp lug edges and original case geometry commands a very significant premium over a polished example, because polishing is not reversible and permanently alters the case profile. If your 1016 is worn, unpolished, and unrestored, describe it honestly — that is precisely the condition we are most interested in, and we will price it accordingly.
Yes. We work with clients throughout the United States and internationally. Submit your piece through the form above with clear photographs of the case, dial, caseback, and any paperwork. We will provide a preliminary assessment promptly and can arrange fully insured shipping or a private appointment at our Southampton flagship boutique — whatever is most convenient for you.

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