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Lot Essay
The first two models to bear the legendary "Explorer" name were references 6150 and 6350, both introduced in 1953 after the successful ascent of Mount Everest by Sir Edmund Hilary and Tenzing Norgay. Whereas the first was fitted with the "Precision" movement, the latter featured a chronometer version.
Amongst the most coveted iterations of the early Explorer models, the present reference features a very well preserved and attractive black engine-turned, so-called honeycomb, Explorer dial with gilt printing. Featuring the Explorer signature to its upper-part, it is believed to having been attributed to a ref. 6350 manufactured at the same period. Preserved in stunning original condition, the present dial is a rare sighting at auction to the delight of enthusiasts.
Amongst the most coveted iterations of the early Explorer models, the present reference features a very well preserved and attractive black engine-turned, so-called honeycomb, Explorer dial with gilt printing. Featuring the Explorer signature to its upper-part, it is believed to having been attributed to a ref. 6350 manufactured at the same period. Preserved in stunning original condition, the present dial is a rare sighting at auction to the delight of enthusiasts.