This Oyster Perpetual Explorer II in Oystersteel with an Oyster bracelet features a white dial with an arrow-shaped 24-hour hand and hour markers with a Chromalight display.

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Launched in 1971, the Explorer II is the worthy heir to the Explorer and shares its same qualities of resistance to extreme conditions. Perfectly waterproof and able to withstand icy polar conditions, it is distinguishable from its predecessor by its unique face.

Rolex is introducing its new-generation Oyster Perpetual Explorer II. This technical watch, in Oystersteel, was created for the boldest explorers and now features a redesigned case and bracelet. This update brings enhanced visual balance and harmony to the timepiece while remaining true to its aesthetic heritage.

With 2021 marking the 50th anniversary of the Explorer II, watch fans awaited a new generation of Rolex's funkiest and oddest sport watch at Watches & Wonders in April. The Explorer II is, after all, a tool watch invented for the highly specific task of spelunking, or cave exploration.

Apr 7, 2021 · Right on cue, Rolex has unveiled a new update to the Explorer II ref. 216570 (celebrating five decades on this planet), giving the watch some serious technical upgrades while maintaining its spelunking spirit. The bezel maintains its brushed stainless steel appearance with recessed, and blackened, 24-hour graduations.

While remaining true to its original design, the Explorer is now available in two sizes: 36 mm in diameter, identical to the original model, or in a 40 mm version. In 2021, the dial of the Explorer, together with that of the Explorer II, was the first to benefit from an improved Chromalight display.

Apr 6, 2021 · Rolex is introducing its new-generation Oyster Perpetual Explorer II. This technical watch, in Oystersteel, was created for the boldest explorers and now features a redesigned case and bracelet.

Today, the Explorer II is a great alternative to the Rolex GMT-Master II. The Explorer II's Oyster case comes in stainless steel and is water-resistant to 100 m (10 bar, 328 ft) thanks to its Twinlock crown. As of 2011, this timepiece is 42 mm in diameter. There are also older variants available with 39 or 40-mm cases.