Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Explorer II "Freccione, McQueen"
Ref: 1655
Year: 1973/74
Cal: 1575 Date Automatic Certified Chronometer, (COSC) beating at 19.8KBPH,
Case: St. Steel 40 incl. crown guards x 14.28, 20 mm lugs, 24hr. stationary bezel. Screw back case and crown.
Dial: Black Mark II, T Swiss T
Bra: Full size 13 links Oyster bracelet Ref. 78360 w correct 580 end links
This is the Rolex to own relatively rare for a Rolex watch. Unusal and attractive dial with the famous 24 hr. Orange hand, aka Freccione or Steve McQueen. This is a Mark II with a 3.75M Serial Nr. The Bezel looks to be from a later version since the numerals usually loose the original black paint. A few scratches on the case and crystal left untouched. Stunning and very comfortable to wear at a price below most comparable pieces. The Evolution of the Freccione
Over the years, many explorers, mountaineers and scientists became Rolex Testimonees and were breaking records and testing their endurance and courage in creative ways, often equipped with Explorer and Explorer II watches. These intrepid men and women were increasingly concerned about the impact of humanity on the delicate balance of the Earth’s ecosystems. The purpose of their expeditions started to change from pure exploration to those designed to find solutions that will protect the planet.
Year: 1973/74
Cal: 1575 Date Automatic Certified Chronometer, (COSC) beating at 19.8KBPH,
Case: St. Steel 40 incl. crown guards x 14.28, 20 mm lugs, 24hr. stationary bezel. Screw back case and crown.
Dial: Black Mark II, T Swiss T
Bra: Full size 13 links Oyster bracelet Ref. 78360 w correct 580 end links
This is the Rolex to own relatively rare for a Rolex watch. Unusal and attractive dial with the famous 24 hr. Orange hand, aka Freccione or Steve McQueen. This is a Mark II with a 3.75M Serial Nr. The Bezel looks to be from a later version since the numerals usually loose the original black paint. A few scratches on the case and crystal left untouched. Stunning and very comfortable to wear at a price below most comparable pieces. The Evolution of the Freccione
Over the years, many explorers, mountaineers and scientists became Rolex Testimonees and were breaking records and testing their endurance and courage in creative ways, often equipped with Explorer and Explorer II watches. These intrepid men and women were increasingly concerned about the impact of humanity on the delicate balance of the Earth’s ecosystems. The purpose of their expeditions started to change from pure exploration to those designed to find solutions that will protect the planet.
