Rolex Explorer II Orange Hand/Frecciona Explorer II MK4 Original Mint Condition Dial

The Rolex Explorer II ref. 1655 is iconic because it was Rolex’s first purpose-built watch for cave explorers, featuring the distinctive oversized orange 24-hour “Freccione” hand and fixed 24-hour bezel to distinguish day from night underground.

Its bold, unconventional design, low original sales, and relatively limited production from 1971–1985 make it highly sought after today.

Collectors prize its authentic tool-watch heritage, unique aesthetic, numerous dial variations, and status as one of Rolex’s most characterful vintage sports models. Early straight-hand examples and complete sets command especially strong premiums.

This MK4 spots a stunning original dial with deep pumpkin patina with strong case (looks unpolished with strong bevels)

Case: 40mm stainless steel screw back case

Dial: 100% original matte MK4 dial with no blemish and is untouched. Deep patina with strong orange tone 24hr hand.

Bezel: Original MK3 stainless steel bezel with no paint loss to the numbers. Original bezel shows strong edges and is in excellent condition.

Movement: Caliber 1570 movement is running strong and clean.

Bracelet: Original period correct 78360 bracelet with "H" clasp code which is period correct to this watch.

Accessories: Watch only.