Published July 17, 2008 on January 23, 2020

A Watch Born to Explore

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The Hour Glass and Rolex invite you to a unique exhibition featuring the Explorer and Explorer II watches that evolved from Rolex’s involvement in some of the greatest adventures in exploration of the past century. For generations, pioneering explorers have attested to their reliability in the toughest conditions.

 

The exhibition, A Watch Born to Explore, will be held for the first time in Malaysia exclusively at Pavilion Mall, Centre Court from 13 to 23 February 2020. Through illustrated panels and films, visitors will discover the extraordinary story behind the development of the Explorer, which was launched in 1953 in honour of the first successful ascent of Mount Everest by an expedition equipped with Rolex Oyster Perpetual watches. Later, the Explorer II, created in 1971, became the watch of choice of speleologists, volcanologists and explorers of every corner of the globe.

Designed for Explorers

Special features have made the Oyster Perpetual Explorer particularly adapted to the needs of explorers. It was created to tell time accurately, whatever the circumstances. Not only is the watch robust, it has simple, contrasting aesthetics that aid legibility. And as it has evolved over the years, the Explorer has remained faithful to its heritage and unique identity while encompassing Rolex’s technological innovations, such as Paraflex shock absorbers.

 

 

In particular, thanks to its 24-hour display by means of an additional hand and an engraved fixed bezel, the Explorer II allows the wearer to clearly distinguish daytime from night-time hours. The original 1971 model was restyled in 2011 with a case increased in size to 42 mm. On expeditions, the Explorer II, which is equipped with calibre 3187, can also be used to display the time in two time zones.

 

 

 

 

The self-winding mechanical movement exemplifies the qualities inherent in all Rolex timepieces: robustness, reliability, precision and ease of use. This watch designed for extremes is heir to the privileged relationship that has always united Rolex and exploration.

 

From Discovery to Preservation

In the 21st century, Rolex’s unique involvement with explorers has developed into a commitment to preserve the environment. Under the banner of Perpetual Planet, the brand is joining forces with key individuals and organizations who are working to promote exploration and the protection of our environment, in addition to encouraging future generations of explorers.

 

Latest Update:

The Rolex Exhibition has been postponed due to the outbreak of the coronavirus. The new dates for the exhibition have not been confirmed as yet.