Rolex Explorer II homages
Explorer II designs with the fixed 24-hour bezel, white and black dials.
42 mm across10 homages
See the 1
How to recognise one
Seven marks make the look. The count says how many of the 10 homages keep each one.
Fixed 24-hour bezel
8 of 10 keep it, 1 not compared yet. A fixed steel bezel engraved with 24-hour numerals in black, with a triangle between each pair.
Triangle at 12
1 of 10 keep it, 8 not compared yet. A large lumed triangle with a black outline sits at 12.
Round outlined plots
1 of 10 keep it, 6 not compared yet. Round lumed plots with black outlines mark most hours, with bars at 6 and 9.
Mercedes hour hand
1 of 10 keep it, 8 not compared yet. The hour hand carries a ring with three spokes near its tip.
Orange GMT arrow
9 of 10 keep it. A thin orange hand ends in an open arrowhead and points at the bezel numerals.
Date at 3
8 of 10 keep it. A white date window at 3 sits under a magnifier lens.
Three-link bracelet
3 of 10 keep it, 7 not compared yet. A steel bracelet with a broad centre link between two narrower outer links.
Each close-up covers about 12.5 mm of watch, using the listed case width and estimated photo edges.
The 1 that follow the 216570
Most marks kept first.
- Watchdives WD16570 V2
about £172 $229, seen 27 Sep37 mm
Drawn to scale by listed case width.
Original specifications
Sizes and specifications apply to the version named below. Other versions can differ.
226570Shown in the photograph
Assigned reference 226570.
| Specification | Value | Sources and notes |
|---|---|---|
| Case width | 42 mm | Rolex Explorer II watch: Oystersteel - m226570-0002 One primary source. Value is stated for reference 226570. |
| Lug to lug | 50.1 mm | Rolex Explorer II 226570 | The 1916 Company StudiosStrap Guide: Rolex Explorer II | Delugs Sources agree. Independent exact-reference dealer/owner/strap-fitment sources agree. |
| Thickness | 12.5 mm | Rolex Explorer II 226570 | The 1916 Company StudiosStrap Guide: Rolex Explorer II | Delugs Sources agree. Independent exact-reference dealer/owner/strap-fitment sources agree. |
| Lug width | 22 mm | Strap Guide: Rolex Explorer II | DelugsComprehensive Guide to Rolex Sizes | Everest Bands Sources agree. Independent exact-reference dealer/owner/strap-fitment sources agree. |
| Movement calibre | 3285 | Rolex Explorer II watch: Oystersteel - m226570-0002 One primary source. Value is stated for reference 226570. |
| Water resistance | 100 m | Rolex Explorer II watch: Oystersteel - m226570-0002 One primary source. Value is stated for reference 226570. |
| Power reserve | 70 hours | Rolex Explorer II watch: Oystersteel - m226570-0002 One primary source. Value is stated for reference 226570. |
Sources and unconfirmed details
- Rolex Explorer II watch: Oystersteel - m226570-0002, read 2026-10-07
- Luxury Watches, Jewelry & Pre-Owned Handbags | 1916 Company, read 2026-10-07
- Rolex Explorer II 226570 | The 1916 Company Studios, read 2026-10-07
- Strap Guide: Rolex Explorer II | Delugs, read 2026-10-07
- Comprehensive Guide to Rolex Sizes | Everest Bands, read 2026-10-07
1655
Assignment names exact reference 1655.
| Specification | Value | Sources and notes |
|---|---|---|
| Case width | 40 mm | Rolex Explorer II 1655 - Exquisite Timepieces One cited source. One read source reports 40 mm for ref. 1655; treat as a single-source figure. |
| Lug to lug | 47 mm | Rolex Explorer II 1655 - Exquisite Timepieces One cited source. One read source reports 47 mm for ref. 1655; treat as a single-source figure. |
| Thickness | 13 mm | 1983 Rolex Explorer II Ref. 1655 – HODINKEE Shop One cited source. Hodinkee exact 1983 ref. 1655 case 7655370 listing gives 13 mm thickness. This is a specific specimen listing. |
| Lug width | 20 mm | 1983 Rolex Explorer II Ref. 1655 – HODINKEE Shop One cited source. Hodinkee exact 1983 ref. 1655 case 7655370 listing gives 20 mm lug width. This is a specific specimen listing. |
Sources and unconfirmed details
- Jone & Horan Final Catalog May 2023, read 2026-10-07T00:00:00Z
- Rolex Explorer II 1655 review, read 2026-10-07T00:00:00Z
- Rolex Explorer II 1655 - Exquisite Timepieces, read 2026-10-07T00:00:00Z
- 1983 Rolex Explorer II Ref. 1655 – HODINKEE Shop, read 2026-10-07T00:00:00Z
16570
Assigned catalogue reference 16570.
| Specification | Value | Sources and notes |
|---|---|---|
| Case width | 40 mm | Rolex Explorer II 16570 review | FratelloRolex Explorer II 16570 specifications | WatchSpecs Sources agree. Fratello and WatchSpecs agree on this reference-specific measurement. |
| Lug to lug | 47 mm | No Longer Made: Rolex Explorer II 16570 | aBlogtoWatch One cited source. Selected from the exact-reference hands-on review. Sources differDirectly read sources report different values. The exact values remain separate and no averaging was applied.
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| Thickness | 12.2 mm | Rolex Explorer II 16570 review | FratelloRolex Explorer II 16570 specifications | WatchSpecs Sources agree. Fratello and WatchSpecs agree on this reference-specific measurement. |
| Lug width | 20 mm | Fitting Guide | Strapbandits One cited source. Strapbandits lists the exact Explorer II reference at 20 mm lug size. |
| Movement calibre | 3185 | Rolex Explorer II 16570 specifications | WatchSpecs One cited source. WatchSpecs identifies calibre 3185 for its listed reference; production may include later variants. |
| Case material | Not confirmed | Not established by the two directly read pages. |
| Crystal | Not confirmed | Not established by the two directly read pages. |
| Water resistance | 100 m | Rolex Explorer II 16570 specifications | WatchSpecs One cited source. WatchSpecs identifies 100 m for reference 16570. |
| Power reserve | Not confirmed | Not established by the two directly read pages. |
| Weight | Not confirmed | Not established by the two directly read pages. |
Sources and unconfirmed details
- Not established by the two directly read pages.
- Not established by the two directly read pages.
- Not established by the two directly read pages.
- Not established by the two directly read pages.
- Not established by the two directly read pages.
- Rolex Explorer II 16570 review | Fratello, read 2026-10-07
- Rolex Explorer II 16570 specifications | WatchSpecs, read 2026-10-07
- Fitting Guide | Strapbandits, read 2026-10-07
- No Longer Made: Rolex Explorer II 16570 | aBlogtoWatch, read 2026-10-07
216570
Exact reference 216570 supplied by assignment.
| Specification | Value | Sources and notes |
|---|---|---|
| Case width | 42 mm | Rolex Explorer II 216570 Watch Review | aBlogtoWatch One cited source. Only one body-read publisher supports this value. |
| Lug to lug | 49 mm | Rolex Explorer II 216570 Watch Review | aBlogtoWatch One cited source. Two reports say about 49 mm. Only one body-read publisher supports this value. |
| Thickness | 12.5 mm | Rolex Explorer II 216570 Watch Review | aBlogtoWatch One cited source. Only one body-read publisher supports this value. |
| Lug width | 21 mm | Rolex Explorer II 216570 Watch Review | aBlogtoWatch One cited source. Only one body-read publisher supports this value. |
Sources and unconfirmed details
- Bernard Watch exact listing search result not fetched as a page body.
- Rolex Explorer II 216570 Watch Review | aBlogtoWatch, read 2026-10-07
- Rolex Explorer II 216570 | Bernard Watch, read 2026-10-07
- Search result lead, read 2026-10-07
- Search result lead, read 2026-10-07
More about the Explorer II
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Slide to fade from one watch to the other and compare the case shapes. The figures below describe the version shown in the photograph.
42Rolex Explorer II
40 mm placeholderBliger Explorer II-style GMT
42Pagani Design PD-1682
40Pagani Design PD-1762 GMT II
40 mm placeholderParnis 40 mm Explorer II
40 mm placeholderSeestern S436 Retro GMT
40 mm placeholderSteel Bagelsport EXPL02
39Steinhart Ocean 39 Vintage GMT
40 mm placeholderTiger Concept 1655V2 GMT
37Watchdives WD16570 V2Width unknown for one or both watches. The 40 mm placeholder does not show their true relative size. Photo proportions stay unchanged. Perspective and lug length can differ.Generic outlines use listed case widths. They do not show the watch's actual shape or lug length. Photo proportions stay unchanged. Perspective and lug length can differ.Photos use listed case widths and automatic case-edge readings. The readings have not been manually audited. Photo proportions stay unchanged. Perspective and lug length can differ.Photos use listed case widths and automatic case-edge readings. The readings have not been manually audited. Photo proportions stay unchanged. Perspective and lug length can differ.Width unknown for one or both watches. The 40 mm placeholder does not show their true relative size. Photo proportions stay unchanged. Perspective and lug length can differ.Width unknown for one or both watches. The 40 mm placeholder does not show their true relative size. Photo proportions stay unchanged. Perspective and lug length can differ.Width unknown for one or both watches. The 40 mm placeholder does not show their true relative size. Photo proportions stay unchanged. Perspective and lug length can differ.Photos use listed case widths and automatic case-edge readings. The readings have not been manually audited. Photo proportions stay unchanged. Perspective and lug length can differ.Width unknown for one or both watches. The 40 mm placeholder does not show their true relative size. Photo proportions stay unchanged. Perspective and lug length can differ.Photos use listed case widths and automatic case-edge readings. The readings have not been manually audited. Photo proportions stay unchanged. Perspective and lug length can differ.
Rolex Explorer II photo: 226570. Bliger Explorer II-style GMT photo: Bliger NH34 GMT, white dial with orange GMT hand, black/grey bezel, Oyster-style bracelet.39 mm, 3 mm narrower than the Explorer II
Rolex Explorer II photo: 226570. Christopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT: generic outline, no photo.42 mm, the same width as the Explorer II
Rolex Explorer II photo: 226570. Pagani Design PD-1682 photo: PD-1682 black dial Oyster.40 mm, 2 mm narrower than the Explorer II
Rolex Explorer II photo: 226570. Pagani Design PD-1762 GMT II photo: PD-1762 GMT II NH34 white dial.Case width unknown. Shown with a 40 mm placeholder.
Rolex Explorer II photo: 226570. Parnis 40 mm Explorer II photo: Parnis 40 mm GMT, white dial, Explorer II style.Case width unknown. Shown with a 40 mm placeholder.
Rolex Explorer II photo: 226570. Seestern S436 Retro GMT photo: Heritage S436-2 BB green dial GMT.Case width unknown. Shown with a 40 mm placeholder.
Rolex Explorer II photo: 226570. Steel Bagelsport EXPL02 photo: Steel Bagelsport Explorer II style, white dial, 24 hour bezel.39 mm, 3 mm narrower than the Explorer II
Rolex Explorer II photo: 226570. Steinhart Ocean 39 Vintage GMT photo: Ocean 39 vintage GMT Blue-Red Ceramic, red dial, blue-red bezel.Case width unknown. Shown with a 40 mm placeholder.
Rolex Explorer II photo: 226570. Tiger Concept 1655V2 GMT photo: Tiger Concept 1655V2 GMT.37 mm, 5 mm narrower than the Explorer II
Rolex Explorer II photo: 226570. Watchdives WD16570 V2 photo: WD16570 V2 black dial, orange GMT arrow.
226570, specifications and sources
| Measure | Explorer II | Pagani Design PD-1682 |
|---|---|---|
| Case width | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Lug to lug | 50.1 mm | Not listed yet |
| Thickness | 12.5 mm | 13 mm |
| Lug width | 22 mm | 20 mm |
| Movement | 3285 | Not listed yet |
| Power reserve | 70 hours | Not listed yet |
| Water | 100 m | 100 m |
| Price | Not tracked here | £106, seen 27 Sep |
Side view
Copies
- Fixed 24-hour bezel
- Orange GMT arrow
- Date at 3
- Three-link bracelet
Not compared yet
Gives it away
- Bezel numerals, marker proportions and dial printing drawn its own way
No difference noted