1996 Rolex Explorer II (Ref. 16570) "Polar" Dial

It seems as though every reference and iteration of the Rolex Explorer II has details that set them drastically apart from one another, making it the Rolex reference that has seen the most drastic evolution through its tenure. From the first and original "orange hand" matte dial ref. 1655, to the modern 42mm produced today and everything in between.

The Rolex Explorer II ref. 16570 was introduced in 1989, directly succeeding the transitional ref. 16550 with some subtle cosmetic and internal upgrades. The Rolex Explorer II ref. 16570 employs the updated and robust cal. 3185 jumping hour movement, the black paint on the hands and marker surrounds is now standard on the white or “polar” dial variants, and the bezel font has been slightly modified from the previous reference.

Stock #		RLXEXP216570-4
Brand		Rolex
Style		Explorer II
Model		16570
Serial		T2XXXXX
Size		Men's
Material		Stainless Steel
Dial		White "Polar"
Millimeters		40
Bracelet		Rolex 78360 Oyster Bracelet W/ 501B End Pieces

CASE & BRACELET

The strong case retains minimally polished and very thick lugs that are symmetrical in presence and feature slight chamfers down the lugs and honest signs of use. The fixed 24hr stainless steel bezel is very crisp and retains all of its factory black enamel with gentle signs of use throughout. The original Rolex 78360 Oyster bracelet with 501B end pieces retains 13 links that show light stretch and will fit up to an 8-inch wrist.

DIAL & HANDS

The original white dial with black marker surrounds is in flawless condition, showing no age or damage. The tritium lume plots are bright white and exhibit no degradation when inspected under U.V. light. The original tritium hands match the dial with no degradation present under U.V. light inspection.