The Rolex Explorer II ref. 16570 is one of Rolex’s most iconic tool watches, designed for reliability and legibility in extreme environments. This example features the classic black dial configuration, paired with the fixed stainless steel 24-hour bezel and the signature red GMT hand for tracking a second time zone.
This particular watch is a Y-serial from approximately 2002 and is presented in New Old Stock (NOS) condition, remaining stickered and unworn, making it a highly collectible example of this reference.
DETAILS
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Reference: 16570
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Serial: Y-Series (circa 2002)
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Case Size: 40mm
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Case Material: Stainless steel
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Bezel: Fixed stainless steel 24-hour bezel
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Dial: Black dial with luminous hour markers and red GMT hand
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Movement: Rolex Caliber 3185 automatic GMT movement
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Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date, second time zone (GMT)
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Bracelet: Rolex Oyster bracelet in stainless steel with Oysterlock clasp
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Crystal: Sapphire crystal with Cyclops date magnifier
SET INCLUDES
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Watch only
CONDITION
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New Old Stock (NOS)
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Stickered and unworn
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Preserved original condition
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Case and bracelet retain factory finishing
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Running properly with all functions working as intended
The Explorer II 16570 represents the last generation of the classic 40mm Explorer II, admired for its balanced proportions and rugged functionality. An unworn, stickered Y-serial example such as this is becoming increasingly difficult to source and is highly attractive to collectors.
