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This is a rare CANADIAN version ROLEX EXPLORER SUPER-PRECISION dating to 1959. These ROLEX watches are commonly referred to as the "Dress Explorers"; as they have a gold bezel and winding crown. The correct reference 5501 stainless steel ROLEX OYSTER case dates the watch to 1959. As many know the reference 5500 (steel) and 5501 (two-tone) also appear in the ROLEX AIR-KING line of watches from the same era. The EXPLORER versions are (of course) much rarer of the two types. The case on this EXPLORER measures 34mm. and houses a recently cleaned and overhauled (reliable) caliber 1530, rotor, automatic winding movement; which is keeping accurate time. The "bulls-eye" dial on this EXPLORER is evenly aged; but, looks much more subtle on the wrist, than in the detailed, close-up pictures. We would not want to refinish this dial, as these EXPLORERS are rare enough to find as it is! If you prefer an original, vintage look; then, this EXPLORER will be a treat for your eyes! The original raised gold markers and original Dauphine hands with sweep second complete the look. This watch retains the original and nostalgic "25 year service" inscription from Metropolitan stores (in Canada) on the case rear. Again, we do not remove these, in order to keep the watch all original.