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Rolex Explorer II Watch.
Description
A Rolex Explorer II Watch, Stainless Steel on a White Dial
Model number- 16570
Year- 1995
Case Size- 40mm
Movement- Automatic
Condition- Good
Warranty- 12-Month WLC Warranty
Original Rolex Paperwork
Boxed & Certified
A Rolex Explorer II 16570 is one of the most respected and collectable modern vintage sports watches produced by Rolex. Crafted from stainless steel, this iconic reference features the highly sought-after white “Polar” dial, distinguished by its contrasting black surrounds, luminous tritium hour markers, and signature red GMT hand. The fixed 24-hour bezel and clean dial layout reinforce the Explorer II’s purpose-built tool watch heritage.
At the heart of this timepiece is a Rolex automatic movement engineered for reliability, precision, and everyday practicality. Originally designed for cave explorers and adventurers operating in environments without natural daylight, the Explorer II’s independently adjustable 24-hour hand allows the wearer to distinguish between day and night across multiple time zones. Combining robust construction with understated styling.
Beyond its physical appeal, the 16570 has become increasingly desirable in the vintage Rolex market, particularly early tritium-dial examples like this. As collectors continue to shift towards neo-vintage sports references with strong originality and everyday usability, the Explorer II stands as a compelling long-term investment piece, supported by growing global demand and the limited number of surviving examples in strong condition.
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