Explorer II 16570 - Black Swiss Only Dial - Watch Only - ca. 1999

Rolex Explorer II 16570 - Black Swiss Only Dial - Watch Only (ca. 1999)

A late A-serial Explorer II 16570 with the sought-after transitional "Swiss only" dial, produced during the brief window when Rolex dropped the "T<25" tritium designation before adopting the "Swiss Made" signature. The 40mm Oyster case, fixed 24-hour bezel and orange GMT hand define the tool-watch character that has made the 16570 a modern collector favorite.

Details:

• Reference: 16570
• Year: ca. 1999
• Case Size: 40mm, stainless steel
• Bezel: Fixed 24-hour stainless steel with engraved black numerals
• Dial: Black with applied luminous hour markers, orange 24-hour GMT hand, "Swiss only" designation at 6 o'clock
• Movement: Rolex Caliber 3185, automatic, approximately 50-hour power reserve, independently adjustable GMT hand
• Bracelet: Oyster in stainless steel with folding Oysterclasp
• Water Resistance: 100 meters

Set Includes:

• Watch only

Condition:

• Very good overall condition
• "Swiss only" transitional dial - a collector-desirable variant produced only briefly in the late 1990s
• Case retains its factory geometry with light surface marks from normal wear
• Dial, hands and luminous markers are clean with no visible damage
• Crystal free of significant scratches
• Movement running, all functions operating

The 16570 was the first Explorer II to receive a sapphire crystal and the Caliber 3185 with independent 24-hour hand, marking the transition from vintage to modern in the Explorer II line - and the "Swiss only" dial is one of the small production details that continues to distinguish late 1990s examples on the collector market.