Rolex Explorer II
Self-winding Swiss made wristwatch From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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]
![Thumb](#/media/File:Rolex_Explorer_II_del_1972,_ref._1655,_ribattezzato_"Freccione".jpg) Rolex Explorer ref.1655 | |
| Type | Automatic |
|---|---|
| Display | Analogue |
| Introduced | 1971 |
The Explorer line originated in honor of Sir Edmund Hillary's successful ascent of Mount Everest in 1953.
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