Robust steel case, precise GMT movement, and the orange hand: The Explorer II can be counted among Rolex models with the highest recognition factor. Just like its Explorer predecessor, the sporty watch is part of a line of professional Rolex chronometers that were specially created for expedition groups. Both models are associated with a high level of robustness and precision. The Explorer II enjoys a great reputation amongst discoverers and adventurers – just like them, this Rolex watch is unshakable, even under extreme circumstances.
The Explorer II differs from its predecessor when it comes to its practicality and in its unique design. In order to simplify time legibility, Rolex has equipped the watch with an additional hand that displays the time on a 24-hour scale. The function proves to be particularly useful for cave explorers who venture into pitch black spaces for long periods of time. Therefore, the Explorer II – just like the GMT-Master II – is equipped with a 24-hour bezel. Contrary to the GMT-Master II, however, the bezel of the Explorer II is fixed.
Ultimately, one does not need to be near a volcanic rupture in order to enjoy the advantages of the Explorer II. Its unrivalled design and, above all, the function of the orange hand, have gained cult status worldwide.
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