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27 June 2017, 07:32 AM | #1 |
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Seeking help on 1016
Dear all,
I am new to this forum. I have never been a watch guy, but recently something hit me and I became a little obsessed.. After some weeks of reading and studying, I have my eyes on 1016. I know it is a highly sought-after watch, and full set is extremely hard to find. I have been looking on chrono24, and found this one. https://www.chrono24.com/rolex/explorer--id6382394.htm Can the experts here advise me if it is a go or no-go? The watch was a 1972 1016, serviced by Rolex service center 4 times. Bracelet, hands were replaced. Thank you so much! Y |
27 June 2017, 12:25 PM | #2 |
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I've never bought off chrono24 because the unknown vastness scares me. I prefer the tight community of valid reputable sellers here, who frequently sell 1016s. I'm curious to hear what folks here say about this 1016.
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27 June 2017, 03:18 PM | #3 |
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Re: All Service Parts
Looks like the crystal, hands, dial, bracelet are replaced. Maybe even the crown.
If you are getting this as a daily wearer, and appreciate the lume at night, sure. Not if you are getting a vintage piece, as it has no original parts left. |
28 June 2017, 01:40 AM | #4 |
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Thank you so much for the reply. I will check the list of vintage watch dealers, and continue my hunt for a 1016.
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Thank you for the reply. I was looking for a daily wear. The fragile look of some super vintage watches make me scared of wearing them everyday. My question is, if I want to flip in the future, are the changed parts going to be a problem? In other words, what is more important, original box and paper plus service certificates, or original parts with no service? Thank you for your patience. |
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28 June 2017, 01:45 PM | #7 |
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Although 1016 prices have gone up a bit lately, this seems too much for one with so many service parts. Looks nice though.
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29 June 2017, 08:43 AM | #8 |
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Thank you all for the comments.
Eric just posted a new 1016! Must be my fate. http://10pastten.com/watch/ta793 Fantastic R series. Seems no box&paper thought :(. What do you guys think? |
30 June 2017, 04:05 PM | #9 |
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Nice. But I always always buy B and P and originality. Need it all. Can always find it but it takes time.
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I'm not exaggerating I've looked for years and couldn't find a 1016 with everything perfect. Sometimes you have to compromise. Always go for original case, dial, hands (or at least tritium) and anything else is a bonus. The "R" serial posted in a link above looks like a very fair price for the watch.
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Lol. 3 things are true: (1) it does take a long long time to find it but I love the hunt; (2) I've never looked for a 1016 so perhaps with BP, it is the unicorn (but I doubt it); and (3) if you have to compromise, which I've never done, lol-x is right, go with condition. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Thank you all the comments!
I think this R series is perfect for everyday wear. I message and emailed Eric. No reply whatsoever. Anyone here knows him personally? Is he an unfriendly person? |
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I've emailed Eric regarding 2 different watches on 2 different occasions months ago to which Ive never received an email back from him. I then called his "office" and spoke to his "secretary", left a message , to which I've never received a return call or email back from him.
You can draw your own conclusions.
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In anyc ase, thank you fore the heads-up. I won't waste my time on this lead any more. |
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