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1991 Rolex Explorer II (Ref. 16570) Box, Papers, RSC Service Card

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Rolex Explorer 2 16570
The Rolex Explorer II Ref. 16570  was introduced in 1989 and was the predecessor to the Rolex Explorer II ref. 16550. The Rolex Ref. 16550 and Ref. 16570 look very similar but do have some big differences. The Explorer II reference 16570, featured a newer type of movement the caliber 3185 and later the 3186 which offered the jumping hour hand. 
This specific Ref. 16570 has been recently serviced and is running flawlessly. The black dial and fixed stainless steel bezel are not only handsome in looks but also extremely functional. The cal. 3185 movement with its jumping hour hand and accompanying GMT hand make this an ideal piece for the frequent traveler as its easy to set and track dual time zones. The black dial makes a statement without being overly flashy and it looks just as good on its Ref. 78790A Oyster bracelet as it does on a leather strap or nylon Nato.

 

Stock # RLXEXP291
Brand Rolex
Style Explorer II
Model 16570
Serial X4XXXXX
Size Men's
Material SS
Dial Glossy Black
Millimeters 40mm
Bracelet Rolex Oyster 93150 bracelet W/ 501B End Pieces

 

CASE & BRACELET

The strong case has been lightly polished in the past and retains full and even lugs with honest signs of use. The stainless steel 24hr bezel is in excellent condition, remaining unpolished with light signs of use, and retains all of its original black enamel. The Rolex 93150 Oyster bracelet with 501B end pieces is original to the watch and remains unpolished with some signs of use and very little stretch.

DIAL & HANDS

The glossy black dial is in wonderful condition, showing light signs of aging. The tritium lume plots remain bright with a light ivory patina, showing no degradation under U.V. light inspection. The original tritium hands match the dial perfectly showing no degradation under U.V. light inspection.

ACCESSORIES 

The watch comes complete with its original inner and outer boxes, guarantee paper, RSC service card, serialized hangtag, chronometer seal hangtag, booklets, and red leather Rolex cardholder. The watch is keeping time within COSC spec, previous service history is unknown.