The vintage Rolex Explorer II ref 1655 .
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Rolex Explorer II Ref 1655
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Re: Rolex Explorer II Ref 1655
That is a lovely piece in the Rolex stable. I don't recall seeing a face on photograph like that one before. It is interesting to see that there is a space between the crown and the steel bezel, not unlike the space on the Steinhart homage that is currently on my wrist.
Re: Rolex Explorer II Ref 1655
Thanks for posting Bernie.
If I try a Steinhart at some point it will likely be the Ocean Vintage GMT that JM has referred to - basically because I was fortunate to try on a 1655 and thought if only!
It was a one owner watch that belonged to a member of the Forces who wore it all the time, including on active service. About a year ago it had a complete Rolex overhaul and he then decided to sell, as the memories associated with all the scratches and dings over the years were erased during service.
Neil
If I try a Steinhart at some point it will likely be the Ocean Vintage GMT that JM has referred to - basically because I was fortunate to try on a 1655 and thought if only!
It was a one owner watch that belonged to a member of the Forces who wore it all the time, including on active service. About a year ago it had a complete Rolex overhaul and he then decided to sell, as the memories associated with all the scratches and dings over the years were erased during service.
Neil
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Re: Rolex Explorer II Ref 1655
Rolex tend to be insensitive to the idea of beauty as a result of use.
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Re: Rolex Explorer II Ref 1655
A fabulous watch the 1655 aka. "Steve McQueen" that i can only ever wish to own. So the lovely Steinhart OV GMT will have suffice for me today also.
Graham
Re: Rolex Explorer II Ref 1655
The OV GMT will be fine for me too. Just have to decide whether to order direct from Steinhart, or wait until someone flips one.
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