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Explorer II

Ref. 216570

discontinued42mm MaxiDocumentedLast reviewed Not yet reviewed

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Grew to a 42mm Maxi case, revived the 1655's orange 24-hour hand, and adopted the cal. 3187 (Paraflex shock absorbers, Parachrom hairspring). Some early examples were subject to a documented 24h-hand alignment service.

At a glance

Brand
Rolex
Collection
Explorer II
Reference
216570
Production
2011–2021
Caliber
3187
Case diameter
42mm
Case material
904L (Oystersteel)

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

    1989–2011
  4. 216570

    Explorer II · 3187

    2011–2021This reference
  5. 226570

    Explorer II · 3285

    2021