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Lot Essay
US$10,000-15,000
With presentation case, outer packaging and guarantee.
The celebrated Rolex "Explorer II", originally launched in 1971, was designed primarily for speleologists (cave explorers). The model features a fixed bezel with 24 hour display and a special 24 hour hand that can be set to distinguish day from night hours or to read the current time in different time zones.
The present watch has been preserved in wonderfully original condition and is one of the nicest examples offered on the market in recent years.
Reference 1655 is frequently referred to as the "Steve McQueen" or "Freccione", Italian for "big arrow" amongst collectors.
With presentation case, outer packaging and guarantee.
The celebrated Rolex "Explorer II", originally launched in 1971, was designed primarily for speleologists (cave explorers). The model features a fixed bezel with 24 hour display and a special 24 hour hand that can be set to distinguish day from night hours or to read the current time in different time zones.
The present watch has been preserved in wonderfully original condition and is one of the nicest examples offered on the market in recent years.
Reference 1655 is frequently referred to as the "Steve McQueen" or "Freccione", Italian for "big arrow" amongst collectors.