Rolex Explorer II 1655 MK1 "Straight Hand" nl-post box as the dials were printed

as the dials were printed with the text ‘in relief

for "Watch Wristlet Waterproof

which matches the way the vertically brushed dial has faded from blue to an almost copper tone

The watch has a white enamel dial with black painted Roman numerals

- Seriennummer 138xxxx stammt aus den späten 1960er Jahren

Rolex Explorer II 1655 MK1 "Straight Hand" nl-post box as the dials were printedThe 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