Rolex Explorer II 16550 Photography & Specs
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Rolex Explorer II 16550 Photography & Specs

By amanico · Dec 15, 2024 · 42 replies
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Nicolas (amanico) shares a captivating series of Fall photographs featuring his Rolex Explorer II reference 16550, a timepiece he notes has seen considerable wrist time this year. His post invites readers to appreciate the unique blend of modern and vintage aesthetics that makes this particular Explorer II so compelling to collectors.

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Another series of Fall photos of a watch which had a lot of wrist time, this year. 

Watch by Rolex, Explorer

Watch by Rolex, Explorer

Watch by Rolex, Explorer

Watch by Rolex, Explorer

I don't know for you, but for me, this Explorer II is moving me a lot.  It has something modern and vintage which speaks to me a lot. 

Best,

Nicolas

About the Rolex Explorer Ref. 16550

The Rolex Explorer reference 16550 is a specific iteration within the Explorer line. This reference is noted for its dial variation, which in some examples, such as the one described, presents as a cream rail dial.

The case and movement details for this reference are not provided in the input.

This reference appeals to collectors interested in specific dial variations within the Explorer model range, particularly those seeking the cream rail dial.

Specifications

Caliber
3085
Case
Stainless Steel
Diameter
40mm
Dial
Black, White ('Panna')
Water Resist.
100m
Crystal
Sapphire

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JU
Juliusotto
Dec 15, 2024

We called fistic color in my country,fantastic patina

DI
Dimardi
Dec 15, 2024

That cream color dial is something else....don't see it often at all!

JA
jack johnson
Dec 15, 2024

As delicious as they can get!!

QU
quattro
Dec 15, 2024

And great shots of this beauty!

SA
SALMANPK
Dec 16, 2024

I love the black surrounds on the indices, matches the black numbers on the bezel

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