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Explorer II

Ref. 16570

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At a glance

Brand
Rolex
Collection
Explorer II
Reference
16570
Production
1989–2011
Caliber
3185 / 3186
Case diameter
40mm
Case material
Stainless steel

Related references

Reference family timeline

Every generation in this lineage in production order. Spans are as documented; an open end means the reference is current or its end year is not established.

  1. 1655Freccione

    Explorer II · 1575

    1971–1985
  2. 16550

    Explorer II · 3085

    1985–1989Transitional
  3. 16570

    Explorer II · 3185 / 3186

    1989–2011This reference
  4. 216570

    Explorer II · 3187

    2011–2021
  5. 226570

    Explorer II · 3285

    2021