Rolex Explorer 1016

Ref. 1016 · Discontinued · 1963–1989

The 5500 (Air-King/Explorer, cal. 1520/1530) is a related smaller-crown 34mm model; the Vaer homages cite both, so they're linked here.

Homages by price

Sizes in brackets are the difference from the original.

Homage	Price from	Share of original	Dia. mm	L2L mm	Thick mm	WR m	Crystal	Movement
Vaer S3 Tradition 36mm	$179	—	36	43	8.4	100	Sapphire	Miyota GM12
Vaer S5 Tradition 40mm	$179	—	40 (+4)	48	9.4	100	Sapphire	Miyota GR12

Sources

• Monochrome, History of the Rolex Explorer (1016 1963–1989, calibre 1560 then 1570, 100m; acrylic until the 14270)