Rolex Explorer Design History Watch Poster

Rolex Explorer Watch Poster: The Explorer Through the Years

Trace the story of an expedition legend with this Rolex Explorer watch poster, a design history print of the Explorer through the years. Rolex built its reputation on tough, reliable watches that perform in extreme conditions, and its design has always celebrated that. This Rolex Explorer print captures the watch's rugged, no-nonsense character and makes a striking piece of watch art for any collector.

The story behind the Explorer

Rolex was eager to put its Oyster Perpetual watches to the test, and in 1953 it supplied them to the British expedition that put Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay on the summit of Everest. The Explorer arrived that same year, with references 6150 and 6350 following the climb. With its black dial, oversized 3-6-9 numerals, inverted triangle at 12 o'clock and Mercedes hands, it became the benchmark for the adventurer's watch, a design that has stayed recognisable for more than 70 years, from early references like the 6150 and the long-running 1016 to the modern 36mm 124270 and 40mm 224270.

A Rolex Explorer Wall Art Gift for Watch Lovers

Ideal for a study, office, man cave or watch room, this Rolex design history print is a great gift for watch collectors, Rolex enthusiasts and anyone who loves tool watches, exploration and horology history. It works just as well as a treat for yourself.

Choose your size and finish

• Four sizes: A5, A4, A3 and A2
• Print only, or framed in black, oak or white finish
• Printed on premium paper
• Printed locally, so there are no import fees and delivery is fast

Independent artwork by M & SON. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Rolex.