Rolex Explorer II - ref. 16570 (w/ original papers from 2000)

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Update 6/25/2024, this is now sold.


Model
: Rolex Explorer II
Reference # 16570
Movement: Cal. 3185
Serial Range: A5***** (1999 production year)
Dial & Hands: Swiss Made dial with matching super luminova hands. The later production number, and sale date from the following year supports that a 'Swiss Made' dial would be correct for this serial range.
Aesthetic Condition: The bezel and lugs are in exceptional condition with quite a bit of the factory brushed finish still visible. The crystal is free of any blemishes. There is a small scratch on the lower endlink that extends to the lower left lug. Small swirl marks on the mirror polished sides of the case and some visible signs of wear on a couple of the bracelet links. .
Mechanical Condition: Service history is unknown, but if you look at the timegrapher picture I have included, the daily accuracy (+/- 0 sec/day) and amplitude (278 degrees) both look very healthy. When the crown is pulled out to its first position to wind the mainspring and power the movement, it winds nice and smooth. When the crown is pulled out to its third position, to advance the minute hand, it does seem wind with a bit more resistance than what I would consider 'normal' for this model. The jumping hour hand and date change over, are both in good working order.
Bracelet: Solid endlink bracelet with an X10 coded clasp, is correct for an A-serial watch and measures 7.5 inches on the inner circumference. Additional links can be sourced for larger wrist sizes.
Box, Card, and Accessories: Comes with paperwork dated April of 2000
Price: $6,550
Shipping: $45 for FedEx 2-day (fully insured) to your nearest FedEx location in the USA.
Form of Payment: bank wire or Zelle
My Location: Arizona, USA
Returns: No returns. Please carefully review the photos l that I have posted here to make sure you are comfortable with the condition of the watch.
References: below are links to feedback threads for deals that I've completed with some of the other Omega Forums members:

https://omegaforums.net/threads/excellent-buying-experience-with-blueteg.148326/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/smooth-transaction-with-blueteg.137395/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/great-effortless-buying-experience-with-blueteg.145436/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/completed-a-solid-transaction-with-seller-blueteg.151162/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/blueteg-is-excellent.156707/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/smooth-sailing-with-blueteg.156944/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/good-experience-with-blueteg.157711/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/blueteg-great-seller-easy-transaction.159795/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/blueteg-standup-buyer.161173/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/blueteg-is-outstanding.171423/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/blueteg-recommendation-omega-bor-bracelet.171377/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/blueteg-highly-recommended-of-seller.171236/

https://omegaforums.net/threads/blueteg-recommendation.172116/#post-2340803

I have one other reference from Omega Forums that I have sold a watch to, who has kindly asked that I keep the details of our sale private, but said I can provide his name to a potential buyer if they would like to contact him for feedback on me as a seller.

Thank you for looking, and thank you to the OF admins for maintaining this great community for us.
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