ROLEX
Explorer II called "Freccione", ref. 1655, n° 3299850
Around 1957

Stainless steel wristwatch with 24h indication
Case: round, 24-hour graduated bezel, screw-down crown and case-back, signed
Dial: black, luminescent hour markers and hands, railroad timer, central second hand, arrow hand for 24-hour indication, date window, signed
Movement: self-winding cal. 1570, 26 jewels, chronometer-certified, signed
Strap / Buckle: "Oyster" stainless steel, flat mesh, no. 7836.380 / "Flip Lock" folding clasp stainless steel, signed
Wrist circumference: approx. 180 mm
Diameter: 39 mm
With : a 2.11.80 guarantee, 2 tags

Provenance: The Bull Collection

Stainless steel automatic wristwatch with 24h indication. Stainless steel "Oyster" bracelet with "Flip Lock", deploying clasp signed. With a guarantee dated 2.11.80, 2 tags

CONDITION REPORT :
At the catalogue writing the movement is running (-15 seconds / day). Please note that the chronometry accuracy is not guaranteed and Artcurial cannot be held responsible for any repair costs. Revision of use to be foreseen

Good general condition
Slight traces of polishing on the housing
Non-active luminescent material (except on the arrow needle)
Original sticker on the back

CARRY-OVER CONDITION :
At the time of cataloguing the movement is ticking (-15 seconds / day). Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Artcurial will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be required. Overhaul is recommended

Good condition
Signs of polishing
Original sticker on the caseback

Comment: This rare example of the 1655 reference has, among other things, the particularity of still having its original sticker on the back. It is a distinctive sign that gives it the status of a "trophy" for collectors. Rare are the watches from this period that can still be found in this state of conservation. The "Steve McQueen" also called "Freccione" by Italian enthusiasts is a great classic. Originally launched in 1971, it was designed mainly for speleologists.