Rolex Explorer II 216570 Polar Dial — Freccione Hand | Oystersteel | 42mm

Engineered for 24-Hour Navigation

Created for explorers who venture where the sun doesn’t show—caves, polar regions, and the depths of the unknown—the Explorer II is a specialist’s instrument. Its dedicated 24-hour hand and fixed bezel allow you to distinguish day from night at a glance, even in total darkness. On the crisp white dial, every element serves legibility and purpose.

Specifications for Round-the-Clock Reading

• Reference Number: 216570
• Fixed 24-Hour Bezel: Engraved 24-hour scale for instant AM/PM orientation
• Orange 24-Hour ‘Freccione’ Hand: High-visibility arrow pointer for reading off the bezel as day/night or a second time zone
• Date with Cyclops Lens: Magnified aperture at 3 o’clock for rapid clarity
• Calibre with GMT Function: Rolex in-house automatic Calibre 3187 with independently adjustable 24-hour hand and shock resistance for tough environments
• 42mm Oystersteel Case: Robust stainless Oyster architecture with screw-down crown and 100 m water resistance

The Curator’s Insight

The Explorer II’s brilliance lies in its singularity of purpose—the 24-hour indication is both a foolproof AM/PM compass and a discreet second time zone, making this one of Rolex’s most underrated, yet most capable, travel companions.

Your Guiding Light in the Dark

This is the Explorer for those who chart their own course—uncompromising, legible, and engineered to endure. From subterranean passages to red-eye flights, it delivers absolute clarity and reliability when conditions are at their most demanding. A true tool watch, built to push boundaries alongside its wearer.

This Watch is Ideal For…

• The avid traveler or adventurer needing a dependable GMT function
• Collectors who prize purposeful, robust tool watches with real-world utility
• Those who prefer a larger, more technical-looking timepiece with exceptional legibility