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2016Rolex Introduces Oyster Perpetual Explorer Stainless Steel Watch at Baselworld

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Rolex introduces the new Oyster Perpetual Explorer watch, featuring full luminescence to ensure effortless legibility. The 3, 6, and 9 numerals exclusive to this model are coated with a luminescent material, emitting a lasting blue glow identical to the hour markers and hands. Regardless of environmental conditions, this unique Chromalight luminescence ensures crystal-clear reading. The hands are broader and longer, making the time display even clearer. The new Explorer has been awarded the Superlative Chronometer certification established by Rolex in 2015, guaranteeing exceptional performance when worn on the wrist.

     Rolex introduces the new Oyster Perpetual Explorer watch, with full luminescencedisplay, ensuring effortless legibility. The 3, 6, and 9 numerals exclusive to this model are coated with luminescent material, alongside the hour mark-ers and hands, which likewise emit a lasting blue glow. Regardless of environmental conditions, this unique Chromalightluminescence ensures crystal-clear reading. The hands are broader and longer, making the time display even clearer. The new Explorerhas been awarded the Superlative Chronometer certification established by Rolex in 2015, guaranteeing top-tierperformance on the wrist.

 

 

A watch designed to conquer the summit

        The Explorer watch symbolises the enduring bond between Rolex and the world of exploration. In the nineteen thirties, atthis pioneering spirit, Rolex provided timing equipment for numerous Himalayan expeditions,observing closely during the journeys, which had a direct influence on the subsequent development of its watches,striving to make the watch more precise, robust and reliable. On 1953 5 29, Sir Edmund · HillaryHillary and Tenzing · Norgay first reached the summit of8,848 metres on Mount Everest. This crowning achievement of human exploration also cemented the close bond between the Oyster watch and exploration. To celebrate this milestone, the Oyster Perpetual Explorer was officiallyreleased in 1953, quickly becoming a classic timekeeper.released, quickly becoming a classic timepiece.

 

 

Oyster Case, Symbol of Waterproofness

       The Explorer's Oyster case is guaranteed waterproof to a depth of 100 metres (330 feet), serving as a paragon of robustnessand durability. The distinctively shaped middle case is crafted from a solid block of 904L steel, making it highly corrosion-resistant.Rolex watchmakers screw down the fluted case back with special brand-specific tools to hermetically seal the case, meaning thatonly Rolex watchmakers can access the movement. The winding crown features a patented Twinlock double waterproofnesssystem, screwing down securely against the case. The crystal is made of scratch-resistant sapphire. The waterproof Oyster case of the Explorer watch provides optimal protection for the high-precision movement.The waterproof Oyster case of the Explorer provides optimal protection for the high-precision movement.

 

 

3132 Perpetual Movement

       The Explorer watch is equipped with the 3132 automatic winding movement, entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. This movement'sarchitecture, finish and innovative elements make it remarkably precise and reliable. The oscillator, the true heart of the watch,is equipped with a patented blue Parachrom hairspring by Rolex. This hairspring is crafted from a unique alloy manufactured by Rolex,is unaffected by magnetic fields, remains highly stable despite temperature fluctuations, and offers shock resistanceup to ten times greater than that of a traditional hairspring. The hairspring is also fitted with a Rolex overcoil, ensuring regularity in any position.The oscillator is securely held by a height-adjustable balance bridge and mounted onParaflex shock absorbers, developed and patented by Rolex, which increase the watch's shock resistanceby 50%. The 3132 movement is equipped with an automatic winding module powered by a Rolex Perpetual rotorfor winding the mainspring. Its power reserve is approximately 48 hours.

 

 

Solid-link Oyster Bracelet with Safety Clasp

       The Explorer watch is fitted with an Oyster bracelet featuring solid 904L steel links and an Oysterclasp,which prevents accidental opening. The clasp also features the Easylink comfort extension link, a clever mechanism that allowsthe wearer to increase the bracelet length by approximately 5 mm, ensuring enhanced comfort in any situation.

Superlative Chronometer Certification

 

       The Explorer watch has been tested by Rolex according to new standards established in 2015, certifying it as a Superlative Chronometer. This unique designation proves that the watch has successfully passed a series of tests conducted in Rolex laboratories, with standards that exceed watchmaking norms and levels. The watch is tested after assembly to ensure that when worn on the wrist, it delivers top performance in precision, power reserve, waterproofness, and self-winding. Tested after the movement is cased, the Rolex Superlative Chronometer achieves an average precision of within plus or minus two seconds per day, which is twice as accurate as a standard chronometer. The green seal is the symbol of a Superlative Chronometer; every Rolex watch comes with this seal and a five-year global warranty. Tested after the movement is cased, the Rolex Superlative Chronometer achieves an average precision of within plus or minus two seconds per day.

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