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Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Swiss Only Dial 40mm Steel Automatic Watch - 2003

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Swiss Only Dial 40mm Steel Automatic Watch - 2003

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Rolex Explorer II – Ref. 16570 (Black Dial / Super-Luminova)


Specific Watch Details:

  • Year: 2003
  • Condition: Used (Very Good) – Light wear consistent with careful use. Minor surface scratches may be visible. Case and edges remain well-defined. May have been professionally polished. Please see photos.
  • Inclusions: Warranty Papers
  • Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Oyster bracelet with Oysterlock clasp

General Information:

  • Brand: Rolex
  • Family: Explorer II
  • Model: Explorer II Black Super-Luminova
  • Reference Number: 16570
  • Movement: Rolex Caliber 3185 – Automatic, Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Additional 24-Hour Hand (adjustable), Date; Chronometer certified
  • Case Material: Stainless Steel
  • Bezel: Fixed, 24-hour graduated bezel
  • Crystal: Sapphire
  • Case Back: Closed
  • Case Diameter: 40.00 mm
  • Case Thickness: 11.00 mm
  • Lug Width: 20.00 mm
  • Water Resistance: 100 meters

Dial:

  • Color: Black
  • Lume: Super-Luminova
  • Hands: Mercedes-style with luminescent fill
  • Markers: White hour markers outlined in white gold

About the Rolex Explorer II – Ref. 16570 (Black Dial / Super-Luminova):
The Rolex Explorer II reference 16570 represents one of the brand’s most understated yet functional tool watches. Introduced in the late 1990s, this version from 2003 features the robust and reliable caliber 3185 movement and a luminous Super-Luminova dial for enhanced legibility in low-light environments. Unlike the rotating bezel of the GMT-Master II, the Explorer II features a fixed 24-hour bezel designed for cave explorers and adventurers needing to distinguish day from night. With its 40mm stainless steel case, black dial, and signature orange-red 24-hour hand, the 16570 delivers a perfect balance of utility, precision, and classic Rolex style—making it a favorite among collectors seeking subtlety and heritage.


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