Explorer II

Rolex
Explorer II
Oyster, 42 mm, Oystersteel
m226570-0001

9'550 EUR

Suggested retail price inclusive of V.A.T.
The suggested price can be modified at any time without notice.

10'100 EUR

Suggested retail price inclusive of V.A.T.
The suggested price can be modified at any time without notice.

9'650 EUR

Suggested retail price inclusive of V.A.T.
The suggested price can be modified at any time without notice.

Explorer II

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  • Reference
    226570
  • Case model
    Oyster, 42 mm, Oystersteel
  • Bezel
    Fixed, 24-hour graduated
  • Waterproofness
    Waterproof to 100 metres / 330 feet
  • Movement
    Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding, GMT function
  • Calibre
    3285, Manufacture Rolex
  • Power
    Approximately 70 hours
  • Bracelet
    Oyster, flat three-piece links
  • Dial
    White
  • Certificate
    Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex certification after casing)
Explorer II
24-Hour Bezel Explorer II

24-Hour Bezel

The Explorer II is equipped with an additional 24-hour display; a dedicated hand circles the dial in 24 hours rather than the usual 12, pointing to a fixed bezel with 24 hour graduations. This function enables the wearer to distinguish the hours of the day from the hours of the night, an essential feature for those who venture into environments where darkness reigns supreme – such as in the depths of caves, or where the sun never sets – like the polar regions in summer.

White dial

The Explorer II features a date display, an additional orange 24-hour hand and a fixed bezel with 24-hour graduations, enabling day to be distinguished from night. It became the watch of choice for speleologists, volcanologists and polar explorers. Its hour markers and hands feature a highly-legible Chromalight display with long-lasting blue luminescence.

White dial Explorer II
Oystersteel Explorer II

Oystersteel

Rolex uses Oystersteel for its steel watch cases. Specially developed by the brand, Oystersteel belongs to the 904L steel family, alloys most commonly used in high-technology and in the aerospace and chemical industries, where maximum resistance to corrosion is essential. Oystersteel is extremely resistant, offers an exceptional finish once polished and maintains its beauty even in the harshest environments.

Rolex Explorer II

Models availability

All Rolex watches are assembled by hand with the utmost care to ensure exceptional quality. Such high standards naturally restrict Rolex production capacity and, at times, the demand for Rolex watches outpaces this capacity.

Therefore, the availability of certain models may be limited. New Rolex watches are exclusively sold by Official Rolex Retailers, who receive regular deliveries and independently manage the allocation and sales of watches to customers.

Petite Geneve Petrovic is proud to be part of the worldwide network of Official Rolex Retailers and can provide information on the availability of Rolex watches.

HOW TO SET YOUR EXPLORER II

Synonymous with excellence and reliability, Rolex watches are designed for everyday wear, and depending on the model, perfectly suited for a wide range of sports and other activities. Built to last, these timepieces are characterized by their distinctive and timeless aesthetics. The Oyster Perpetual Explorer II is the ideal watch for the far corners of the globe. Learn more about its features and how to set the date, two time zones or the time in a 24-hour format by watching the video.

The Explorer models embody the privileged relationship that has always bound Rolex and exploration. Since the late 1920s, Rolex has been using the world as a proving ground to test its watches under real-life conditions, in the quest for greater precision, robustness and reliability.
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