Rolex Explorer II

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Rolex Explorer II
Rolex Explorer II del 1972, ref. 1655, ribattezzato "Freccione".jpg
Rolex Explorer ref.1655
TypeAutomatic
DisplayAnalogue
Introduced1971

Rolex Explorer II is a self-winding Swiss made wristwatch introduced by Rolex in 1971. [1] The watch was originally intended to be a tool watch for speleologists. [1] The fixed 24-hr bezel and bright red arrow hand (some Explorer II models also has a bright orange arrow head) were designed to keep track of day and night while caving. [2]

Contents

The Explorer line originated in honor of Sir Edmund Hillary's successful ascent of Mount Everest in 1953.

Movement

The Rolex Explorer II line featured four different models, each with their own individual movements.

Rolex Explorer Movements
ModelMovement
165503085 COSC
165703185/3186 COSC
2165703187 COSC [3]
2265703285 COSC

See also

References

  1. 1 2 Inside the Rolex Explorer II 1655 Bob's Watches
  2. ↑ Pre-Owned Men's Rolex Explorer II Ref 16570 Black Dial
  3. ↑ "Rolex Explorer II 216570 Movement".


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