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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Men's Watch, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Men's Watch, Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Men's Watch, Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in Braintree, GB

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Made in 2018, Purchase date 2019 Case Diameter: 42 mm Movement: Automatic Model Nr. 216570 Watchband Material: Stainless Steel Case Mate...

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Circa 1967 Rolex Explorer Ref. 1016 “Frog-Foot” Dial
Vintage Circa 1967 Rolex Explorer Ref. 1016 “Frog-Foot” Dial

Vintage Circa 1967 Rolex Explorer Ref. 1016 “Frog-Foot” Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

A classic vintage circa 1967 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Ref. 1016, featuring a 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel and matte black dial displaying the distinctive “Frog-...

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Instruction Booklet, Box, Warranty Card - Dated Measurements: Case Size/Width: 39mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.75" Designer: Rolex Mod...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Explorer II
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Explorer II

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Explorer II

By Rolex

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Sturdy GENDER: Male MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIAL: 39mm DIAL COLOUR: White STRAP: 50mm BRACELET MATERIAL: Stainless steel CONDITION: 8/10 MODEL NUMBER: ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Men's Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Men's Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 214270 Men's Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 214270 Men's Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 214270 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 214270 Mens Watch. 39mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Men's Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Men's Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 124270 Mens Watch Box Papers
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 124270 Mens Watch Box Papers

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 124270 Mens Watch Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 124270 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II White Dial Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II White Dial Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II White Dial Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

: Rolex oyster perpetual Explorer II in stainless steel, 42 mm case, 24 hour bezel and hand, independently adjustable 12 hour hand, white dial, sapphire crystal, oyster bracelet with...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch with Service Card
Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch with Service Card

Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch with Service Card

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer 114270 Engraved Mens Watch
Rolex Explorer 114270 Engraved Mens Watch

Rolex Explorer 114270 Engraved Mens Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch with Box & Papers
Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch with Box & Papers

Rolex Explorer 114270 Men's Watch with Box & Papers

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer 114270 Steel Mens Watch Box & Papers
Rolex Explorer 114270 Steel Mens Watch Box & Papers

Rolex Explorer 114270 Steel Mens Watch Box & Papers

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Explorer 114270 Steel Mens Watch Box & Papers
Rolex Explorer 114270 Steel Mens Watch Box & Papers

Rolex Explorer 114270 Steel Mens Watch Box & Papers

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Explorer 214270 Black Dial Mens Watch Box & Papers
Rolex Explorer 214270 Black Dial Mens Watch Box & Papers

Rolex Explorer 214270 Black Dial Mens Watch Box & Papers

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Rolex Oyster perpetual Explorer 214270 Mens Watch. 39mm stainless steel case.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 216570 Mens Watch Box Papers
Rolex Explorer II 216570 Mens Watch Box Papers

Rolex Explorer II 216570 Mens Watch Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Mens Watch. 42mm stainless steel case.

Category

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Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Polar Explorer II GMT
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Polar Explorer II GMT

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Polar Explorer II GMT

By Rolex

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

This 1990s Rolex is known as an Oyster Perpetual Polar Explorer II GMT.

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ref. 16570, Explorer II Rolex, Oyster Perpetual Date
Ref. 16570, Explorer II Rolex, Oyster Perpetual Date

Ref. 16570, Explorer II Rolex, Oyster Perpetual Date

By Rolex

Located in Firenze, IT

Ref. 16570, Explorer II Rolex, “Oyster Perpetual Date, Explorer II, Superlative Chronometer, Officially Certified”, Ref. 16570.

Category

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Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer I Two-Tone Steel Ref.124273 Black Dial 36mm 2021 Full Set Watch
Rolex Explorer I Two-Tone Steel Ref.124273 Black Dial 36mm 2021 Full Set Watch

Rolex Explorer I Two-Tone Steel Ref.124273 Black Dial 36mm 2021 Full Set Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

2021 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer I ref. 124273 in two-tone Oystersteel and 18K yellow gold, featuring a black dial with luminous Arabic numerals at 3, 6, and 9, luminous baton ho...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

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Rolex 2007 Montre Explorer I Acier 36mm Steel Explorer Watch Papers Box
Rolex 2007 Montre Explorer I Acier 36mm Steel Explorer Watch Papers Box

Rolex 2007 Montre Explorer I Acier 36mm Steel Explorer Watch Papers Box

By Rolex

Located in PARIS, FR

Rolex watch Oyster Perpetual series Explorer I model circa 2007, automatic winding, round steel case diameter 36 mm (excluding crown), black dial with Arabic numerals and stick index...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Super Precision Explorer Vintage 36mm 5504
Rolex Super Precision Explorer Vintage 36mm 5504

Rolex Super Precision Explorer Vintage 36mm 5504

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Super Precision Explorer reference 5504 dating from the late 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch, Stainless Steel Automatic 2 Year Warranty 16570
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch, Stainless Steel Automatic 2 Year Warranty 16570

Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch, Stainless Steel Automatic 2 Year Warranty 16570

By Rolex

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Rolex Explorer II Model Number: 16570 Year: 2004 Material: Stainless Steel Movement: Automatic Case: 39mm wide (not including the crown) Band width: 17.8mm Lug Width: 20mm B...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch, Stainless Steel Automatic 2 Year Warranty 16570
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch, Stainless Steel Automatic 2 Year Warranty 16570

Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch, Stainless Steel Automatic 2 Year Warranty 16570

By Rolex

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Rolex Explorer II Model Number: 16570 Year: 2004 Material: Stainless Steel Movement: Automatic Case: 39mm wide (not including the crown) Band width: 17.8mm Lug Width: 20mm B...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Men's Wristwatch 16570 T Stainless Automatic 1 Year Warranty
Rolex Explorer II Men's Wristwatch 16570 T Stainless Automatic 1 Year Warranty

Rolex Explorer II Men's Wristwatch 16570 T Stainless Automatic 1 Year Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Rolex Explorer II Model Number: 16570 T Year: 2004 Metal Content: Stainless Steel Dial Color: Black Movement: Automatic Case: 39mm wide (not including the crown) Band ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II Men's Wristwatch 16570 T Stainless Automatic 1 Year Warranty
Rolex Explorer II Men's Wristwatch 16570 T Stainless Automatic 1 Year Warranty

Rolex Explorer II Men's Wristwatch 16570 T Stainless Automatic 1 Year Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Rolex Explorer II Model Number: 16570 T Year: 2004 Metal Content: Stainless Steel Dial Color: Black Movement: Automatic Case: 39mm wide (not including the crown) Band Width: ...

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

1963 Rolex Explorer Ref 5500-1002, Cal 1530 Automatic S/Steel Mens' Watch
1963 Rolex Explorer Ref 5500-1002, Cal 1530 Automatic S/Steel Mens' Watch

1963 Rolex Explorer Ref 5500-1002, Cal 1530 Automatic S/Steel Mens' Watch

By Rolex

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Signed "Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer, Precision" - being vintage piece the dial of the watch can bear either "Precision" or "Super Precision", regardless of which caliber it has.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Explorer Wristwatch Ref 1016

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a mint and unused example of an original Rolex Explorer I reference 1016 retailed by Tiffany & Co from the 1970's. Both the case and dial are in mint condition. The watch wa...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Men's Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Men's Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer 114270 Mens Watch. 36mm stainless steel case with smooth bezel.

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 16570 PVD Men's Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 16570 PVD Men's Watch

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 16570 PVD Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 16570 PVD Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case and bezel with custom PVD finish, white 24-hour markers.

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Authenticity Card Measurements: Case Size/Width: 36mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 8" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Explorer Aut...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 36mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.25" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Explorer Aut...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box, Warranty Card - Dated, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 39mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Mode...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 36mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 5.75" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Explorer Aut...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Instruction Booklet, Warranty Card - Dated Measurements: Case Size/Width: 36mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.75" Designer: Rolex Model: O...

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Warranty Card - Dated Measurements: Case Size/Width: 36mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.0" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Explor...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Instruction Booklet, Box, Warranty Card - Dated Measurements: Case Size/Width: 39mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 5.75" Designer: Rolex Mod...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Instruction Booklet, Warranty Card - Dated, Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 39mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Mode...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Instruction Booklet, Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 39mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.0" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Exp...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 39

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box, Warranty Card - Dated, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 39mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Mode...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box, Instruction Booklet, Warranty Card - Dated Measurements: Case Size/Width: 36mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.25" Designer: Rolex Mod...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 36

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box, Instruction Booklet, Warranty Card - Dated Measurements: Case Size/Width: 36mm, Watch Height: 11mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.25" Designer: Rolex Mod...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 40mm, Watch Height: 13mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 7" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watc...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 42
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 42

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 42

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box, Warranty Card - Dated, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 42mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 21mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Mode...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Instruction Booklet, Warranty Card - Dated, Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 40mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.25" Designer: Rolex Mod...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 42
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 42

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 42

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Instruction Booklet, Warranty Card - Dated, Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 42mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 21mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Mode...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 40mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.0" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Explorer II A...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel and Yello
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel and Yello

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer Automatic Watch Stainless Steel and Yello

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Instruction Booklet, Warranty Card - Dated, Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 36mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 19mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Mode...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Instruction Booklet, Box, Warranty Card - Dated Measurements: Case Size/Width: 39mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Mode...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Instruction Booklet, Warranty Card - Dated, Box Measurements: Case Size/Width: 40mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.75" Designer: Rolex Mod...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 40mm, Watch Height: 12mm, Band Width: 20mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Explorer II A...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate rolex oyster perpetual explorer for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Stainless Steel, 18k Gold and Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 19 vintage editions and 11 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect rolex oyster perpetual explorer among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic rolex oyster perpetual explorer over the years, but those made by Rolex are often thought to be among the most beautiful. If you’re browsing our inventory for a rolex oyster perpetual explorer, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and women.

How Much is a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer?

On average, a rolex oyster perpetual explorer at 1stDibs sells for $8,399, while they’re typically $4,200 on the low end and $30,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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