Rolex Watches
Explorer II Model

History of the Rolex Explorer II watch

The Rolex Explorer II, released in 1971, set new standards for chronometric precision, strength and clarity. Designed for speleologists, its glow lasts up to 8 hours, i.e. double the time of traditional luminescent materials. Aesthetically, it is very different. It features a thicker case, a date, a crown guard and a graduated 24-hour bezel. It also stands out on account of its arrow-shaped hand that shows the time in a second time zone or the day/night indicator.

As with all watches available on Collector Square, Rolex Explorer II watches are entirely examined, appraised, checked and guaranteed for 1 year by our specialist watchmakers in our workshop. The movement is monitored to ensure its authenticity based on its reference and age. All our Rolex Explorer II watches are dispatched worldwide within 24 hours.

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Dispatched within 24 hrs

All items are in stock at Collector Square and shipped within 24 hours worldwide.

Delivery is secure and carried out by professional carriers (DHL or UPS) between 9am and 6pm:
-France: €30, within 2 working days (6 days for Corsica)
-Europe: delivery is €40, within 2 working days.
-Hong Kong: delivery is HK$850, within 3 to 4 working days.
-Rest of the world: delivery is €90, within 6-8 working days.

These fees may evolve above €15,000.

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Authentication before online release

All items are delivered with their certificate of expertise. Each item is expertly evaluated before being placed online and examined by our experts:
- expert in bags: Jérôme Lalande
- expert in watches: Romain Réa
- expert in jewellery: Thierry Stetten

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Authentication before online release

All items are delivered with their certificate of expertise. Each item is expertly evaluated before being placed online and examined by our experts:
- expert in bags: Jérôme Lalande
- expert in watches: Romain Réa
- expert in jewellery: Thierry Stetten

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14 days to change your mind

You have 14 days counting from the day you receive your item (the legal withdrawal period) in which to return it to us. The item must be returned in the same condition as when it was sold.

After 14 days, you have the option of exchanging your item for another using the Collector Switch service.

For further information, please contact our customer service.

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The history of Rolex Explorer II

History of the Rolex Explorer II watch The Rolex Explorer II, released in 1971, set ne

Rolex Explorer II Watches

History of the Rolex Explorer II watch

The Rolex Explorer II, released in 1971, set new standards for chronometric precision, strength and clarity. Designed for speleologists, its glow lasts up to 8 hours, i.e. double the time of traditional luminescent materials. Aesthetically, it is very different. It features a thicker case, a date, a crown guard and a graduated 24-hour bezel. It also stands out on account of its arrow-shaped hand that shows the time in a second time zone or the day/night indicator.

As with all watches available on Collector Square, Rolex Explorer II watches are entirely examined, appraised, checked and guaranteed for 1 year by our specialist watchmakers in our workshop. The movement is monitored to ensure its authenticity based on its reference and age. All our Rolex Explorer II watches are dispatched worldwide within 24 hours.

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