| Details | ||
| Stock # | SKU18870 | |
| Stock # | 18870 | |
| Model Name | Explorer Steve Mcqueen | |
| Brand | ||
| Model Ref # | 1655 | |
| Condition | Mint+ | |
| Gender | Mens | |
| Movement | Automatic | |
| Case | Stainless Steel | |
| Case Shape | Round | |
| Case Size | 38 mm | |
| Crystal | ||
| Band / Strap | Bracelet | |
| Dial | Black | |
| Caseback | Solid | |
| Complications |
Date GMT Second Timezone |
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| Year | 1972 | |
| Additional Information | ||
| Sold | ||
Description
The reference 1655, the so called Steve McQueen and “Orange Hand”, is the first Explorer II. The early watches, of which this is an example, have a straight (no dot on it) seconds hand and are much rarer than the later pieces. In fact, this watch was made in 1972, the second year that the reference 1655 was produced. This watch is in mint and all original condition.
Stainless steel case measures 38mm in diameter by 13.5mm thick. Case features an acrylic crystal, screw down crown (operating as it should) and original bezel with engraved 24 hour scale. Serial number 3270XXX dates production to 1972.
Movement is the automatic winding Rolex Caliber 1570 with 26 jewels and adjusted to 5 positions and temperature. This movement is a C.O.S.C. Certified Chronometer.
Dial is 100% original and untouched and has nice, even patina on the markers and original hands. Again, this early 1655 has the straight seconds hand. The original dial and hands used on Explorer II 1655s are unique to this reference number, and give the watch a distinctive appearance in the world of Rolex watches.
Bracelet is a riveted Rolex Oyster with 11 links and non flip-lock clasp.
Watch is in overall mint to mint+ condition and is guaranteed original and authentic.
Stainless steel case measures 38mm in diameter by 13.5mm thick. Case features an acrylic crystal, screw down crown (operating as it should) and original bezel with engraved 24 hour scale. Serial number 3270XXX dates production to 1972.
Movement is the automatic winding Rolex Caliber 1570 with 26 jewels and adjusted to 5 positions and temperature. This movement is a C.O.S.C. Certified Chronometer.
Dial is 100% original and untouched and has nice, even patina on the markers and original hands. Again, this early 1655 has the straight seconds hand. The original dial and hands used on Explorer II 1655s are unique to this reference number, and give the watch a distinctive appearance in the world of Rolex watches.
Bracelet is a riveted Rolex Oyster with 11 links and non flip-lock clasp.
Watch is in overall mint to mint+ condition and is guaranteed original and authentic.
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