Rolex Explorer II 1655 MK1 "Straight Hand" girard-perregaux

Rolex Explorer II 1655 MK1 "Straight Hand" girard-perregauxThe Rolex Explorer II 1655, highly regarded among enthusiasts of the brand, was launched in 1971 and came in several variations, each with subtle graphical changes to the dial and bezel. These small details have undoubtedly contributed to its desirability, making it a highly collectible model in all its iterations. Interestingly, unlike many of Rolexs sports watches, this genuine tool watchoriginally designed for spelunkerswas never considered a

The dial has its original lume

The lovely flat link bracelet

The cal 501 movement has been fully serviced by our watchmaker

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10 automatic chronometer bumper movement- Movement serial 102xxxxx dating to the mid 1940s- Bulang and Sons leather strap- Fully checked by our watchmaker- One-year mechanical warranty- Includes a handmade leather watch pouch- Free worldwide Fedex Priority shipping

This specific example is a steel and gold execution

serviced by Rolex

The watch has a strong case and lovely dial has hour plots that have taken on a cream patina that is a great match with the hands

having barely been worn

with a clasp stamped 4 69

Cartier’s Tortue is another fascinating case design from the brand but this time the watch is very slim

An essential no one should miss in his collection of style