Rolex stainless steel Explorer model 1560 from 1964; featuring the classic black dial with Tritium lume indicators including Arabic 3, 6 and 9 with matching hand including the hour peace symbol. Covered b y a acrylic crystal surrounded by a smooth bezel. Powered by an automatic movement housed in a 3 piece case with screw down crown and back plate for water proofing. Attached to the original steel oyster style riveted bracelet with adjustable flip loc – clasp.
Circa: 1964
Model: 1560
Case size: 36 mm
Gender: Men’s, Unisex
Condition: Vintage fine
Dial: Mark 4 factory re finished, with oxidization in keeping with age of watch
Bracelet: very little stretch
Guarantee: recently serviced by Rolex trained watchmaker 2 years parts and labor
Gross weight: 48.20 dwt.
Note: An iconic watch that was inspired by Sir Edmond Hillary’s successful ascent of Mount Everest in 1953 wearing a Rolex watch.