Rolex Explorer II 1655 MK2 Frog Foot Dial Albino royal

Rolex Explorer II 1655 MK2 Frog Foot Dial Albino royalThe Rolex Explorer II reference 1655 occupies a unique and revered place in the world of vintage Rolex collecting. Introduced in 1971, it was purpose built for professional explorersspecifically spelunkersfeaturing a fixed 24 hour bezel and a striking, highly legible dial designed to distinguish day from night deep underground. While many of Rolexs sport models quickly evolved into status symbols, the 1655 remained quietly utilitarian for much of its

The famous LV Monogram on a deep Macassar brown coated canvas – countered by black leather handles and polished metal appliqués – creates an understated air of luxury

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The case is in excellent condition with nice definition on the yellow gold fluted bezel

Das Zifferblatt verfügt über Tages- und Monatsanzeigen sowie ein Datumsfenster und einen 24-Stunden-Zeiger

The lume in the hands is a shade lighter

The stand out feature is the mesmerizing patina on the hour markers and hands – the shade of yellow is totally stunning in the sun light

adding to the vintage charm of this iconic vintage dive watch

This example is one of the last of the 36mm steel Explorers and has a sapphire glass

the set has a great age-related Patina and the exact amount of authentic imperfection that has characterized the last 40 years

The watch features a striking red chronograph seconds hand and has exotic red segments on the minutes totalizer

it was designed as a true tool watch

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