216570
- Production
- 2011–2021
- Model
- Explorer II
- Case material
- Oystersteel
- Case size
- 42mm
- Movement
- Automatic
- Calibre
- Cal. 3187
- Dial colours
- Silver / White, Black
- Market value band
- $9k – $12k
The 42mm Explorer II introduced in 2011, forty years after the original 1655, and the reference that brought back the oversized orange 24-hour hand the line began with. The white-dial version, which collectors call the Polar, became the configuration most associated with the modern Explorer II.
Key dates.
- Introduced with the orange 24-hour hand returned to the line
- Succeeded by the 226570 on calibre 3285
Before you ask.
When was the Rolex 216570 produced?
The 216570 was produced from 2011 to 2021.
What movement does the Rolex 216570 use?
The Rolex 216570 runs the Cal. 3187, an automatic movement.
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