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Rolex Explorer II 16550, Panna, Rail Dial.
Just because I damn love this reference, which is transitional, with the 16660, the 16750 / 16760, and 16800 / 168000.
In fact, I like all the transitional references mentioned above, with a big soft spot for the Triple 6 and the 16550, closely followed by the 16 760 for its thick case.
But the 16550 Cream is really special.
Subtle, intriguing, charming.
Here, full set:
And an extra photo. Please focus on the watch, not elsewhere...
Best,
nicolas
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Rolex Explorer II 16550, Panna, Rail Dial.
Just because I damn love this reference, which is transitional, with the 16660, the 16750 / 16760, and 16800 / 168000. In fact, I like all the transitional references mentioned above, with a big soft spot for the Triple 6 and the 16550, closely followed b...
I really like the Explorer too (well...except the current version)
Will Rolex launch a new Explorer this year?? 40 mm??
The cream dial is very nice indeed.
But even more so are the figures to the right of your awesome wrist shot!
Love the cream dial.
Whenever I see a pic of this reference I have a strong urge to find some choux cremes to eat...
Identical and yet so different from its white dial
Brother. I\'m thinking this one has more of a summer vibe. The white one, for when it\'s a bit colder. Beautiful piece. Thanks for sharing. Echi
Awesome Explorer!!
That cream dial is just so special. There is something about how it adds a warmth that no other color has! Thanks for sharing.
Oh Nico...
this is Vlad on work full swing...with pics like this you create heart attacks... Best, mahesh.,
I bought it in 1986 and it was "white", yes white
Hi Nicholas, Yes, I bought it directly from the AD in 1986 and it was white, but some years after it started to become cream. I was a little disappointed first and I wanted to bring it to Rolex to have my dial changed, but luckily did not. ...
I love this watch Nicolas! Creamy and rail! Perfect combination! Regrettably...
... it has been elusive to me: I couldn´t find one for me ... yet! May be Lady Luck will be generous with me some day soon! Great shots and beautiful backgrounds... in both pictures! Cheers! Abel