Lot 116
Rolex

Explorer II Ref. 16570 in Stainless Steel

Ref. 16570
Sold forCHF 6'000
Total bids3
EstimateCHF 4'000 – 8'000
LocationOffice, Zurich
  • No buyer’s premium

Reasons to Bid

First Introduced in 1989 and produced for over two decades, the 16570 refined the Explorer II lineage with modern engineering, enhanced legibility and improved robustness while preserving the model’s original purpose as a reliable companion for explorers, travelers and professionals working in extreme conditions. The 40mm case is made from Rolex’s proprietary 904L stainless steel, robust and corrosion resistant. The fixed 24-hour bezel, an Explorer II signature design element, allows the wearer to track a second time zone or distinguish night from day, a function originally designed for spelunkers spending long periods underground. The watch offers a clean, sporty profile on the wrist, aided by chamfered lugs, a solid Oyster case construction and an interplay of brushed and polished finishes.

CaseRound case in stainless steel with crown at 3 o'clock, solid caseback, fixed 24-hour bezel
Bracelet3-link Oyster bracelet in stainless steel with folding clasp
DialWhite lacquer dial with applied black luminous indices, black luminous hands, date at 3 o'clock, red 24-hour hand, signed 'Rolex' at 12 o'clock
MovementAutomatic mechanical movement Cal. 3185, functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date, independent 24 hour hand
Cal.3185
Ref.16570
Case No.T323017
Diameter:40mm
Lug-to-lug47mm
Case:Good, signs of wear
Bracelet:Good, signs of wear
Dial:Very good, minor patination and discoloration
Movement:Good, all functions working properly
Amplitude (Dial on top/Lift angle 52):Approximately 260°
Accuracy (Dial on top):Approximately +2 sec/day
Watch only:Yes