Posts Tagged ‘Rolex Explorer II’

Strength and Endurance: John Stamos and the Rolex Explorer II

Jul 4th, 2010 at 9:20 pm

The rapid rise in popularity of the first Rolex Explorer clearly spoke of the world’s preference towards timepieces that are both elegantly designed and masterfully engineered. With the inception of the Rolex Explorer II, these ideas were realized — and reinforced — making the Rolex Explorer II one of the most respected sports watches [...]

Balancing Style and Strength: Wilmer Valderrama and the Rolex Explorer II

Jun 16th, 2010 at 9:22 pm

The popularity gained by the Rolex Explorer when it was launched in the 1950s was so great that it prompted the release of the Rolex Explorer II. Both a complement and a nod to the original Rolex Explorer, the Rolex Explorer II was crafted for the avid speleologist who spends many days in damp caves [...]

Constantly Evolving: Lauren Ambrose and the Rolex Explorer II

Jun 10th, 2010 at 8:39 pm

In over a century of crafting luxury timepieces, Rolex has exhibited a constant forward and upward motion when it comes to developing new and better technologies in the field of horology. The Rolex Explorer II, for instance, was created based on the classic design and superior engineering that propelled the original Rolex Explorer at the [...]

Resonant Charm: David Wenham and the Rolex Explorer II

May 31st, 2010 at 9:22 pm

Stemming from the value of strength and resilience provided by the original Rolex Explorer, the Rolex Explorer II was created. Made available in 40mm of 904L stainless steel, the Rolex Explorer II is highly resistant to corrosion and extreme variations in temperature. Its dial is available in white with distinct Mercedes hands, protected by a [...]

Pioneering Spirit: Keir O’Donnell and the Rolex Explorer II

May 25th, 2010 at 9:27 pm

Rolex has always believed that only the daring and the brave are deserving of everything good that life has to offer, and this credo is perpetuated through the watches in the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Professional line. The most pioneering and adventurous may find that they resonate well with the Rolex Explorer II. Crafted in 40mm [...]

Depth and Capability: Adam Brody and the Rolex Explorer II

Apr 19th, 2010 at 8:29 pm

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Professional line of watches has always been known to craft timepieces with just the right amount of blending of both form and function. At 40mm, the Rolex Explorer II is one of the largest sports watches in the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Professional line, but this attribute speaks clearly of what the [...]

Solid Performance: Matthew Borlenghi and the Rolex Explorer II

Apr 6th, 2010 at 7:51 pm

The success of the original Rolex Explorer has prompted Rolex to release the Rolex Explorer II. Crafted in 40mm if 904L stainless steel, the Rolex Explorer II is significantly larger than the original Rolex Explorer. Also, the Rolex Explorer II possesses extended functionalities such as the 24-hour hand and the engraved 24-hour bezel, which allows [...]

Rolex Remembers Steve McQueen Through the Rolex Explorer II

Mar 25th, 2010 at 9:12 pm

Celebrated actor, professional race car and motorbike driver, and avid Rolex fan Steve McQueen should have celebrated his 80th birthday last March 24th. The iconic anti-hero died in November 7th, 1980, due to a form of cancer called mesothelioma. His legacy lives on, however, as the Rolex Explorer II 1655 has been known as the [...]

The Rolex Explorer II

Mar 23rd, 2010 at 9:05 pm

The Rolex Explorer II was introduced in 1971 stemming from the success of the original Rolex Explorer. It was designed mainly for deep cave explorers who spend days underground. Rolex addressed this complication by setting the Rolex Explorer II with an engraved 24-hour bezel with highly visible and luminous numerals. Together with an extra 24-hour [...]

Pleasing and Satisfying: Adam Garcia and the Rolex Explorer II

Mar 18th, 2010 at 9:18 pm

Few things are ever as pleasing and satisfying as owning an authentic Rolex watch. Not only does this imply a person of class and good taste, it also speaks of one’s predilection towards accepting nothing else but the good things in life. The Rolex Explorer II, for instance, with its simple architecture in 40mm of [...]