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Explorer II

Ref. 216570

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Overview

Production
2011–2021
Era
42mm Maxi
Status
discontinued

Case

Case diameter
42mm
Case material
904L (Oystersteel)
Construction
Maxi case, broad lugs and crown guards
Bezel
Fixed 24-hour, engraved steel
Bezel material
Oystersteel
Crystal
Sapphire
Crown
Twinlock screw-down
Caseback type
Solid screw-down steel
Water resistance
100m

Dial & Hands

Dial
White (Polar) or black
Dial configuration
Maxi dial with larger markers; independent orange 24h hand (revived)
Hands
Mercedes + independent orange 24h
Lume
Chromalight
Lume type
Chromalight (blue)

Movement

Movement
Automatic
Caliber
3187
Manufacturer
Rolex
Winding
automatic
Power reserve
~48 hours
Frequency
28,800 vph
Jewels
31
Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds, date, independent 24h

Bracelet & Strap

Bracelet
Oyster
Bracelet material
Oystersteel
End links
Solid
Clasp
Oysterlock safety clasp with Easylink 5mm comfort extension