This famous brand is always surrounded by media and consumer’s attention. Each Rolex model confirms high level and class of this name. This year Baselworld 2011 has allowed to meet one more interesting and modern example of watch making – Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II. Last year at Basel 2010 Rolex presented the Rolex Explorer II.
The first model of Rolex Oyster Perpetual watches was created in honor of historic reaching of the Mount Everest, and the company continues to test and improve an accuracy, reliability and functionality of its products in the most extreme conditions.
Rolex Explorer II is 2 mm wider in diameter of its predecessor, now it is 42 mm. The case is steel stainless, with Rolex fluting on the case back, and 31 rubies jewelling. Crystal is sapphire and scratch-resistant. Also this model is waterproof up to 100 meters (or 330 feet).
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II has absolutely new movement, Rolex 3187 caliber.
Main features of new Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II watch:
- oscillator frequency is 28800 vph (4 Hz);
- strong and precise Swiss chronometer;
- stop – second mechanism for accurate setting;
- balance wheel with variable inertia;
- lately patented shock absorbers PARAFLEX;
- bidirectional self-winding through perpetual rotor;
- power reserve is 48 hours.
At 3 o’clock on the dial is date window, and the most visible and bright piece of the dial is an orange 24-hour hand. The display is chromalight with long-lasting luminescence.
As to bracelet, it is steel superalloy with safety clasp and catch, solid and elegance.The whole construction is totally robust and straight, and modern stylish design of Rolex Explorer II watch is attractive for new and constant Rolex’s funs.