RolexExplorer II

KEY FACTS

• ​Produced between 1989 and 2011, the Explorer II ref. 16570 is a no-nonsense tool watch with a kind of rugged charm no longer seen in modern Rolexes 
• It sits in the sweet spot between modern reliability and classic styling reminiscent of vintage pieces  
• This particularly desirable example, which retailed in 1993, is known by collectors as ‘Chicchi Di Mais’, which translates to corn kernels 
• This name references the tritium luminous material in the hour markers that has faded to a characterful golden tone, giving the watch plenty of personality and contrasting nicely with the ‘polar’ white dial 
• Other distinctive aesthetic touches include the red GMT hand and brushed 24-hour bezel which allow the wearer to track two time zones simultaneously 
• The 40mm size is a departure from the larger dimensions seen on contemporary examples and offers suitability for a wide range of wrist sizes
• Housed underneath the solid case back is the tried and tested calibre 3185, offering a 48-hour power reserve and chronometer certification
• The watch is offered by a private collector based in the UK
• Presented with a Rolex display box, outer sleeve, warranty papers, document holder, purchase receipt, calendar card and Rolex Service Centre document pertaining to a service carried out in 2004 
• Graded ‘A’ for condition by the vendor who reports the watch to be in perfect working order 

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