Rolex Explorer II
{{Short description|Self-winding Swiss made wristwatch}}
{{Infobox Watch
|name=Rolex Explorer II
|image=175px
|caption=Rolex Explorer ref.1655
|introduced=1971
|type=Automatic
|display=Analogue
}}
Rolex Explorer II is a self-winding Swiss made wristwatch introduced by Rolex in 1971.[https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex/explorer/reference-1655-inside-look Inside the Rolex Explorer II 1655] Bob's Watches The watch was originally intended to be a tool watch for speleologists. The fixed 24-hr bezel and bright red arrow hand (some Explorer II models also has a bright orange arrow head) were designed to keep track of day and night while caving.[https://www.bobswatches.com/pre-owned-mens-rolex-explorer-ii-ref-16570-black-dial.html Pre-Owned Men's Rolex Explorer II Ref 16570 Black Dial]
The Explorer line originated in honor of Sir Edmund Hillary's successful ascent of Mount Everest in 1953.
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