Rolex Explorer II 1655 Freccione - Creamy Lume
warm and lovely look - fantastic overall condition
SoldThe orange 24-hour hand is the hallmark feature of this watch. It is also the reason why this Explorer model is nicknamed "Freccione" (Italian for pointer/hand). Rolex developed the Explorer Freccione for explorers who spent long periods of time in places without natural light. A day/night display was of great importance for these people. With the help of the orange hand and the 24-hour bezel, the time can be read off the bezel in 24-hour format.
A special attribute of this example is the absolutely evenly aged tritium lume in the hands and hour markers. The creamy patina of the original luminous material gives the watch a warm and harmonious appearance.
Condition report
Dial: flawless matt black surface, original tritium lume, matching creamy patina in hour markers and hands.
Case: stainless steel case with little signs of wear, intact sunburst finish on the lugs, full profile.
Bezel: steel bezel with natural signs of wear.
Movement: Rolex automatic caliber 1570 in perfect condition.
Bracelet: Rolex Oyster stainless steel bracelet Ref. 93150, end links 580, little stretch, minimal signs of wear.
Summing-Up
The Rolex Explorer 1655 Freccione is a popular and rare Rolex vintage model. This example is more than 40 years old and scores with its excellent original condition and warm, lovely look.
Serial number: 5674xxx (1978)
Int.Exe.: 1258135
Manufacturer: Rolex
Model: Explorer II
Reference: 1655
Functions: date - central second - COSC certified chronometer - 24 hours display, day and night display - screw-down crown - hour and minute - screwed-on caseback
Material: Stainless steel
Dial: black
Watch glass: acrylic crystal
Bracelet: stainless steel
Type of clasp: deployant buckle
Diameter: 40mm
Caliber name: Rolex 1570
Movement type: automatic
Year of Manufacture: 1978
Stock No.: PTV1798
Overall condition: 9 - has rarely been worn - top condition
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