Explorer II reference A Lange & Sohne 115.031 Men's Watch number 1655 is because it is the kind of watch

Yes, we have featured this watch before.No, we do not care.The reason we are featuring this stunning original Rolex Explorer II reference A Lange & Sohne 115.031 Men's Watch number 1655 is because it is the kind of watch that should be thrown in front of watch-fans' eyes at least once every few months.This is a 1974 Rolex SS Explorer II, otherwise known as the Steve McQueen Explorer or a Freccione era Explorer.We will not go into why this is called a McQueen explorer, as I am sure you can guess (if you can not guess, click here for our original post).

The term Regatta refers to an replica Breitling Windrider Chronomat Evolution Steel w actual race between sail boats (side note, the weekly Regattas in the New York Harbor are a site to be seen, definitely check them out this summer).As you can imagine, it's tough to keep a sailboat stationary at a starting line, what is done with other types of races.So, 5 minutes before the race has officially begun, the starter will shoot a pistol (or ring an airhorn / whistle a whistle) to indicate that the race will be commencing shortly.In this time, the yachtsmen must keep their boats circulating around the starting line, but not crossing it.It is a delicate balance of sailing around in circles while getting ready to work your ass off.

This particular watch comes with a really A Lange & Sohne 115.029 Men's Watch amazing amount of original accoutrement.This includes:Original light oyster braceletOriginal inner protective Rolex boxOriginal outer Rolex casing boxOriginal Explorer II booklet dated to 1973Serial numbered hang tagRolex warranty certificate with perforate serial numbersNeedless to say, it is not every day that you find such a popular and sought after model with this level of supporting documentation.This is even considered a single owner watch, as it was purchased by the dealer from its original buyer.