Explorer II Ref.1655 w/ new service dial hands case

[janice&fred]

Originally Posted by Gina Marie

If you want a new watch get the new ceramic sub. A fantastic watch and one of the best values in the Rolex lineup. If you want a 1655......wait for a better example. Part of the appeal of a vintage watch are the scars and history they display added to the scars and history you add.....hence the mystique. A restored car is one thing but you are referring to a kit car with an original engine......would I like an ac cobra, yes.......a kit car cobra......meh!

i'm not sure "kit car" is a very good comparison. if all of a sudden rolex announced they were re-issuing the 1655 assembled with factory new old stock original parts and a refurbished and guaranteed original 1570 movement there would be lines around the corner to buy one.

a new ceramic sub as an alternative choice is a bit of a reach...a swollen and heavy contemporary wrist anchor vs a classic and sensibly proportioned icon.