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Rolex Explorer II

Rolex Explorer II 16570
Rolex Explorer II 16570

Rolex Explorer II 16570

$11,405

Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Explorer II 16570

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a black dial with a date aperture, a red

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 216570
Rolex Explorer II 216570

Rolex Explorer II 216570

$14,377

Dm 1.66 in

Rolex Explorer II 216570

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 42mm Explorer II in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour markers, a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 216570
Rolex Explorer II 216570

Rolex Explorer II 216570

$13,133

Dm 1.66 in

Rolex Explorer II 216570

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A men's Explorer II wristwatch in Oystersteel by Rolex. Features a black dial with applied hour

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570

By Rolex

Located in Braintree, GB

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II 216570 Made in 2018, Purchase date 2019 Case Diameter: 42 mm

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570

Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II Steve McQueen 1655
Rolex Explorer II Steve McQueen 1655

Rolex Explorer II Steve McQueen 1655

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An Explorer II Steve McQueen vintage wristwatch. Featuring a matte black dial with a date aperture

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial 216570
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial 216570

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial 216570

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A men's Explorer II wristwatch in Oyster steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Explorer II Reference# 226570, Complete set, 2023
Rolex Explorer II Reference# 226570, Complete set, 2023

Rolex Explorer II Reference# 226570, Complete set, 2023

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Explorer II Ref. 226570-0001 is a robust and iconic timepiece designed for adventurers

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Panna Polar S Serial 1993
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Panna Polar S Serial 1993

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Panna Polar S Serial 1993

By Rolex

Located in SYDNEY, AU

Rolex Explorer II 16570 “Panna” Polar – S Serial (1993) – Rare Collectible Vintage An exceptional

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

$12,500Sale Price|20% Off

Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 216570 SIZE: 42mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

$11,300Sale Price|20% Off

Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND

Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Unworn Rolex Explorer II Reference# 226570, Complete set, 2024
Unworn Rolex Explorer II Reference# 226570, Complete set, 2024

Unworn Rolex Explorer II Reference# 226570, Complete set, 2024

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Explorer II Ref. 226570-0001 is a robust and iconic timepiece designed for adventurers

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

$11,300Sale Price|20% Off

Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

$11,800Sale Price|20% Off

Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II Black PVD/DLC Coated Stainless Steel Watch Orange Numerals Bezel 216570

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Mens Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Mens Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Black Dial Mens Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel bezel. Black dial

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 42mm Black Dial Box and Card
Rolex Explorer II 42mm Black Dial Box and Card

Rolex Explorer II 42mm Black Dial Box and Card

$12,500Sale Price|20% Off

Dm 1.66 in

Rolex Explorer II 42mm Black Dial Box and Card

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 216570 SIZE: 42mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: Black BAND

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II MINT White Dial Box and Papers
Rolex Explorer II MINT White Dial Box and Papers

Rolex Explorer II MINT White Dial Box and Papers

$13,900Sale Price|20% Off

Dm 1.58 in

Rolex Explorer II MINT White Dial Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA

BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 216570 SIZE: 42mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: White BAND

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Rolex Explorer II Spider Rail Dial 16550
Vintage Rolex Explorer II Spider Rail Dial 16550

Vintage Rolex Explorer II Spider Rail Dial 16550

$16,935Sale Price|22% Off

Dm 1.58 in

Vintage Rolex Explorer II Spider Rail Dial 16550

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A striking Explorer II by Rolex, featuring an extremely rare and sought-after "rail" dial with a

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Unworn Rolex Explorer II Reference# 226570, Complete set, 2025
Unworn Rolex Explorer II Reference# 226570, Complete set, 2025

Unworn Rolex Explorer II Reference# 226570, Complete set, 2025

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

The Rolex Explorer II Ref. 226570-0002 is the ultimate expression of adventure, precision, and

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1984 Rolex Explorer II 16550 Spider Rail Dial Men's Watch #23711
1984 Rolex Explorer II 16550 Spider Rail Dial Men's Watch #23711

1984 Rolex Explorer II 16550 Spider Rail Dial Men's Watch #23711

By Rolex

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1984 Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch Model: 16550 Serial: 8584581 This vintage Rolex Explorer II

Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Engraved Mens Watch Box Papers
Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Engraved Mens Watch Box Papers

Rolex Explorer II 16570 White Dial Engraved Mens Watch Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Mens Watch. 40mm stainless steel case with stainless steel 24 Hour time

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Vintage Explorer II Steve McQueen Albino Mark II Dial 1655
Rolex Vintage Explorer II Steve McQueen Albino Mark II Dial 1655

Rolex Vintage Explorer II Steve McQueen Albino Mark II Dial 1655

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A rare Steve Mcqueen Rolex Explorer II labelled the albino. Hard to come by, the orange 24-hour

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Mens Watch
Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Mens Watch

Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Mens Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The Rolex Explorer II 40mm 16570 Black Dial Stainless Steel GMT Date Men’s Watch is a timeless and

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 216570 Polar White Dial Orange 42mm Stainless Steel Watch
Rolex Explorer II 216570 Polar White Dial Orange 42mm Stainless Steel Watch

Rolex Explorer II 216570 Polar White Dial Orange 42mm Stainless Steel Watch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The Rolex Explorer II 216570 Polar White Dial Orange 42mm Stainless Steel Watch is a rugged yet

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Watch 16570T
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Watch 16570T

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Watch 16570T

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

-Mint condition -Movement: Automatic -Case size: 40mm -Stainless steel -Black Dial -Date indicator -Stainless Steel -Sapphire crystal -Comes with Box, no papers

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 40mm White Polar Dial Stainless Steel Oyster Mens Watch 16570
Rolex Explorer II 40mm White Polar Dial Stainless Steel Oyster Mens Watch 16570

Rolex Explorer II 40mm White Polar Dial Stainless Steel Oyster Mens Watch 16570

By Rolex

Located in Aventura, FL

This Oyster Perpetual Explorer Ii in Oystersteel with an Oyster Bracelet Features a White Dial with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

NEW Rolex Explorer II Steel Orange Hand White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 226570
NEW Rolex Explorer II Steel Orange Hand White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 226570

NEW Rolex Explorer II Steel Orange Hand White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 226570

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Explorer II Model Number: 226570 Type and Style: Type: Wristwatch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

New Rolex Explorer II 42mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Oyster Mens Watch 226570
New Rolex Explorer II 42mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Oyster Mens Watch 226570

New Rolex Explorer II 42mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Oyster Mens Watch 226570

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Information: Brand: Rolex Model: Rolex Explorer II Model Number: 226570 Type and Style: Type: Wristwatch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Explorer II GMT 42mm Steel White Dial Automatic Oyster Watch 226570 B&P
Rolex Explorer II GMT 42mm Steel White Dial Automatic Oyster Watch 226570 B&P

Rolex Explorer II GMT 42mm Steel White Dial Automatic Oyster Watch 226570 B&P

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

: Explorer II Model Number: 226570 Year Manufactured: 2022 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Rolex Explorer II 216570 White Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch
Rolex Explorer II 216570 White Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch

Rolex Explorer II 216570 White Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Silver-tone stainless steel case with a silver-tone stainless steel oyster bracelet. Fixed silver-tone stainless steel bezel. White dial with luminous black hands and index hour mark...

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Steel No Holes Case GMT Automatic Mens Watch 16570
Rolex Explorer II Steel No Holes Case GMT Automatic Mens Watch 16570

Rolex Explorer II Steel No Holes Case GMT Automatic Mens Watch 16570

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Style Luxury Model Rolex Explorer 16570 Vintage No Year Manufactured 2005 Customized No Handedness Right

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II GMT Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570
Rolex Explorer II GMT Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570

Rolex Explorer II GMT Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Men's Watch 216570

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Good condition. 2014 Card, Box and papers are included. The watch shows light signs of wear on the bezel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial 42mm 216570 Stainless Steel Mens Watch Complete
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial 42mm 216570 Stainless Steel Mens Watch Complete

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial 42mm 216570 Stainless Steel Mens Watch Complete

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and does not have any visible scratches or blemishes. It is a genuine Rolex which has been inspected to verify authenticity. ...

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Polar Explorar II NOS 16570
Rolex Polar Explorar II NOS 16570

Rolex Polar Explorar II NOS 16570

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An unworn NOS Explorer II in stainless steel by Rolex. Featuring a white dial with a date aperture

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Brand New Authentic Rolex Newest 2025 Style Green Box Only
Brand New Authentic Rolex Newest 2025 Style Green Box Only

Brand New Authentic Rolex Newest 2025 Style Green Box Only

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

include the Submariner, Datejust, Daytona, GMT-Master II, Explorer, Yacht-Master, and Oyster Perpetual,

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Recent Sales

Rolex Explorer II 16550, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Explorer II 16550, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Explorer II 16550, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer II Reference #:16550. Rolex Explorer II 16550 R Serial Men Automatic Watch Box

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 216570 Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 216570 Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 216570 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 216570 Mens Watch. 42mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel Stationary bezel

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570T Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570T Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570T Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 T Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer II Reference #:16550. Rolex Explorer II 16550 Men Automatic Vintage Unpolished Rail

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer II Reference #:16550. Rolex Explorer II 16550 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch White

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16550, Gold Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Explorer II 16550, Gold Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Explorer II 16550, Gold Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer II Reference #:16550. Rolex Explorer II 16550 R Serial Men Automatic Watch Box

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar ""Swiss"" Dial Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer II Reference #: 16550. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel White 40 MM

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Explorer II 16550, White Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer II Reference #: 16550. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel White 40 MM

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Explorer II White Dial Automatic Men's Watch, 16570
Rolex Oyster Explorer II White Dial Automatic Men's Watch, 16570

Rolex Oyster Explorer II White Dial Automatic Men's Watch, 16570

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rolex Oyster Explorer II 42mm White Dial Automatic Men's Watch - 16570 Style Number

Category

2010s American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 16550 Vintage Spider Rail Dial Automatic Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16550 Vintage Spider Rail Dial Automatic Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16550 Vintage Spider Rail Dial Automatic Watch

Unavailable

W 0.79 in D 0.52 in Dm 1.58 in L 7.49 in

Rolex Explorer II 16550 Vintage Spider Rail Dial Automatic Watch

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer II 16550 Vintage Spider Rail Dial Automatic Watch 40MM

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570T Engraved Rehaut Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570T Engraved Rehaut Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570T Engraved Rehaut Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II Professional 16570 T Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570 "SWISS" Dial Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570 "SWISS" Dial Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570 "SWISS" Dial Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel White Dial
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel White Dial

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel White Dial

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 42mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Explorer II 42mm White Dial Automatic Men's Watch - 16570
Rolex Oyster Explorer II 42mm White Dial Automatic Men's Watch - 16570

Rolex Oyster Explorer II 42mm White Dial Automatic Men's Watch - 16570

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rolex Oyster Explorer II 42mm White Dial Automatic Men's Watch - 16570 Style Number

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Box Papers

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 16570 circa 2003
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 16570 circa 2003

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch Ref 16570 circa 2003

By Rolex

Located in Buffalo Grove, IL

Brand: Rolex Movement: Automatic Model: Explorer II Model number: 16570 Serial number: F582515

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 16570 GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Watch W/ Papers
Rolex Explorer II 16570 GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Watch W/ Papers

Rolex Explorer II 16570 GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Watch W/ Papers

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rolex Explorer II 16570 GMT Stainless Steel Black Dial Watch W/ Papers & Hang Tag Specifications

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

circumference: 6.75" Designer: Rolex Model: Oyster Perpetual Explorer II Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 40 Item

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II, 226570-0002, UNWORN Watch, 2022, B+P
Rolex Explorer II, 226570-0002, UNWORN Watch, 2022, B+P

Rolex Explorer II, 226570-0002, UNWORN Watch, 2022, B+P

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn Classic watch Rolex Explorer II, Oystersteel, Ref# 226570-0002 - luxury, elegance and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar "Swiss" Dial Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar "Swiss" Dial Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar "Swiss" Dial Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar ""Swiss"" Dial Men's Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II, 226570-0001, UNWORN Watch, 2022, B+P
Rolex Explorer II, 226570-0001, UNWORN Watch, 2022, B+P

Rolex Explorer II, 226570-0001, UNWORN Watch, 2022, B+P

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Unworn Classic watch Rolex Explorer II, Oystersteel, Ref# 226570-0001 - luxury, elegance and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1984 Rolex Explorer II 16550 Black Dial Stainless Steel Wristwatch
1984 Rolex Explorer II 16550 Black Dial Stainless Steel Wristwatch

1984 Rolex Explorer II 16550 Black Dial Stainless Steel Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Bradford, Ontario

Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatch Model Name: Explorer II Model Number: 16550 Serial Number: 8,4XX,XXX

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 16570 F-Serial Men's Automatic Watch Black Dial SS 40mm
Rolex Explorer II 16570 F-Serial Men's Automatic Watch Black Dial SS 40mm

Rolex Explorer II 16570 F-Serial Men's Automatic Watch Black Dial SS 40mm

Unavailable

W 0.79 in D 0.48 in Dm 1.58 in L 6.97 in

Rolex Explorer II 16570 F-Serial Men's Automatic Watch Black Dial SS 40mm

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer II 16570 F-Serial Men's Automatic Watch Black Dial SS 40mm

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Original Box and Papers
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Original Box and Papers

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch Original Box and Papers

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch. 41mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 'P Serial' Stainless Steel Men's Watch Automatic 16570
Rolex Explorer II 'P Serial' Stainless Steel Men's Watch Automatic 16570

Rolex Explorer II 'P Serial' Stainless Steel Men's Watch Automatic 16570

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

: 100 m (10 ATM) Model: Explorer II (P Serial) Display: Analog Serial Number: 16570 Watch Shape: Round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 'Z Serial' Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch 16570
Rolex Explorer II 'Z Serial' Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch 16570

Rolex Explorer II 'Z Serial' Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch 16570

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Resistance Rating: 100 m (10 ATM) Model: Explorer II (Z Serial) Display: Analog Serial Number: 16570 Watch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Explorer II
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Explorer II

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Just Explorer II

By Rolex

Located in Cape Town, ZA

Sturdy GENDER: Male MOVEMENT: Automatic CASE MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIAL: 39mm DIAL COLOUR: White STRAP: 50mm BRACELET MATERIAL: Stainless steel CONDITION: 8/10 MODEL NUMBER: ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II12600, Dial Certified Authentic
Rolex Explorer II12600, Dial Certified Authentic

Rolex Explorer II12600, Dial Certified Authentic

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Explorer II Reference #:16550. Rolex Explorer II 16550 Vintage Mens Automatic Watch White

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570
Rolex Explorer II 16570

Rolex Explorer II 16570

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A stainless steel Explorer II by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with a date aperture and a red 24

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 16570
Rolex Explorer II 16570

Rolex Explorer II 16570

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a black dial with a date aperture and a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 216570
Rolex Explorer II 216570

Rolex Explorer II 216570

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 42mm Explorer II wristwatch in Oystersteel by Rolex. Featuring a white dial with a date display

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 216570
Rolex Explorer II 216570

Rolex Explorer II 216570

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A men's Explorer II wristwatch in Oyster steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 216570
Rolex Explorer II 216570

Rolex Explorer II 216570

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A men's Explorer II wristwatch in Oyster steel by Rolex. Featuring a black dial with applied hour

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex 16570 Explorer II Wristwatch
Rolex 16570 Explorer II Wristwatch

Rolex 16570 Explorer II Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Rolex MPN: 16570 Model: Explorer II Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm Bezel

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rolex stainless steel Explorer II wristwatch with black dial and stainless steel Oyster bracelet

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Watch 216570
Rolex Explorer II Watch 216570

Rolex Explorer II Watch 216570

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, PA

The Rolex Explorer II, reference number 216570, features an Oystersteel bracelet, a solid case back

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Watch 216570
Rolex Explorer II Watch 216570

Rolex Explorer II Watch 216570

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, PA

The Rolex Explorer II, reference number 216570, features an Oystersteel bracelet, a solid case back

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch
Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch

Rolex Stainless Steel Explorer II Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Aspen, CO

This current model Rolex Explorer II in new condition still has left four years on the Rolex

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Watch 16570
Rolex Explorer II Watch 16570

Rolex Explorer II Watch 16570

By Rolex

Located in Southampton, PA

The Rolex Explorer II, reference number 16570, is a member of the renowned “Explorer” collection

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570

Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset, sapphire crystal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570
Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570

Rolex Explorer II Men's Watch 16570

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Explorer II Model 16570 - Men's automatic-winding wristwatch with date. Stainless steel case

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Tiffany & Co Stainless Steel Explorer II by Rolex
Tiffany & Co Stainless Steel Explorer II by Rolex

Tiffany & Co Stainless Steel Explorer II by Rolex

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Tiffany & Co Stainless Steel Explorer II by Rolex - Ref. #16570, One of the last (latest made

Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570
Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570

Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Explorer II Men's Stainless Steel Watch 16570 - Automatic winding, 31 jewels, Quickset

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

'Steve Mcqueen' Orange-hand Explorer II By Rolex

'Steve Mcqueen' Orange-hand Explorer II By Rolex

By Rolex

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Stainless Steel Orange-Hand Explorer II by Rolex

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Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 226570 Mens Watch Box & Papers
Rolex Explorer II 226570 Mens Watch Box & Papers

Rolex Explorer II 226570 Mens Watch Box & Papers

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Explorer II 226570 Mens Watch Box & Papers

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Stainless Steel

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 40mm Explorer II by Rolex in stainless steel. Features a white dial with the date, a red 24-hour

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men Watch. 40mm Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel 24 Hour Time Display

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch
Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch

Rolex Explorer II 16570 Men's Watch

By Rolex

Located in Great Neck, NY

Rolex Explorer II 16570 men's watch. 40mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel fix bezel with 24

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Rolex Explorer II For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the rolex explorer ii you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from stainless steel, steel and gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 299 vintage editions and 436 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect rolex explorer ii may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding a rolex explorer ii for sale for men should be easy, but there are 93 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

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While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Finding the Right Wrist Watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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