Rolex Explorer II 1655 MK2 Frog Foot Dial Albino royal The famous LV Monogram on

The famous LV Monogram on a deep Macassar brown coated canvas – countered by black leather handles and polished metal appliqués – creates an understated air of luxury

the set has a great age-related Patina and the exact amount of authentic imperfection that has characterized the last 40 years

and began releasing its first Sherpa watches later that year

This example is one of the last of the 36mm steel Explorers and has a sapphire glass

The watch features a striking red chronograph seconds hand and has exotic red segments on the minutes totalizer

Rolex Explorer II 1655 MK2 Frog Foot Dial Albino royal The famous LV Monogram onThe Rolex Explorer II reference 1655 occupies a unique and revered place in the world of vintage Rolex collecting. Introduced in 1971, it was purpose built for professional explorersspecifically spelunkersfeaturing a fixed 24 hour bezel and a striking, highly legible dial designed to distinguish day from night deep underground. While many of Rolexs sport models quickly evolved into status symbols, the 1655 remained quietly utilitarian for much of its