Rolex Explorer Gilt Dial Super Precision 5500

The Explorer that punches above its weight

We are offering a very beautiful and seldom seen Explorer reference 5500, fitted with its original gilt dial. Early Rolex sports watches feature gilt dials, which have a glossy finish. The text and outer minute markers on these dials are a gold colour – hence the term gilt. The colour is actually the brass dial base showing through, as the dials were printed with the text ‘in relief’. This watch is really cool and packs a punch far beyond its 34mm case size. The lume on the 3-6-9 is very clean and the gilt text is perfect. The case is in very good, strong overall condition. The rivet bracelet is a reference 6635, with stretch links and is in really great condition. The bracelet has 57 endlinks and clasp stamped ‘2/69’. An original insurance paper that states the watch is an Explorer accompanies the watch. The watch has been fully serviced by our watchmaker.

Specifications

- Reference 5500
- Serial 135xxxx dating to 1966
- Gilt dial with correct double T25 markings
- Oyster rivet bracelet reference 6635 with 57 endlinks
- Original insurance document stating “Explorer”
- Fully serviced by our watchmaker
- 1 year mechanical warranty
- Includes a handmade single leather watch pouch
- Free worldwide Fedex Priority shipping

This watch has been certified at Certifiwatch under registration number CF-0102306