Launched in 1953, the Rolex Explorer was engineered with the help of John Hunt, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay – the first people to conquer Everest. Completing their trek with Rolex watches on their wrists, the feedback from these climbers led to the creation of the Explorer – the ultimate watch for adventurers. Since then, the Rolex Explorer has been an integral partner for mountaineers, scientists, volcanologists, polar explorers, and everyone in between. Despite its robust functionality, this elegant timepiece is also beautifully understated, making it a popular choice for thrill-seekers and collectors alike.
Arriving with a simple, elegant design and a highly legible black dial, the Rolex Explorer set itself apart from the brand’s other, flashier styles. For reliable accuracy, even in extreme conditions, the watch features large Chromalight hour markers and hands, with luminescent material that emits a lasting blue glow, allowing you to tell the time long after the light fades.
