Rolex Explorer II 16550 Galaxy Tropical Dial with Box and Papers 2011 137xxxx / Case no

137xxxx / Case no

The dial is perfect with vanilla colour patina on the hour plots

supported by a period advertisement referring to the watch as the "Le Mans"

Three row president bracelet with non concealed clasp stamped “1 66”

Rolex Explorer II 16550 Galaxy Tropical Dial with Box and Papers 2011 137xxxx / Case noThe Rolex Explorer II is a true no nonsense tool watch, originally introduced in 1971 as reference 1655 and nicknamed Freccione for its bold orange 24 hour hand. Designed for cave explorers, it allowed the wearer to distinguish between day and night in complete darkness. Presented here is a later reference 16550. This model addressed the limited commercial success of the 1655 by introducing a more conventional aesthetic, aligning it more closely with