Rolex Explorer 16570 2003

Rolex Explorer II – Ref. 16570 – Black Dial – 2003 – Full Set
The true adventurer’s companion, designed for those who live beyond the map.

This Rolex Explorer II 16570 from 2003 comes as a complete full set and features the sleek black dial — a timeless favorite among collectors. The 40mm Oystersteel case houses the reliable Rolex caliber 3185, offering dual time zone functionality with the signature red 24-hour hand and fixed steel bezel. With still the pinhole case but already the solid endlink on the bracelet.

Built for durability, the Explorer II was originally designed for cave explorers and adventurers who needed to distinguish between day and night — a true tool watch in every sense. The solid Oyster bracelet and luminous hour markers add to its rugged yet elegant appeal.

Fun fact: The 16570 was the last Explorer II to feature the 40mm case size, making it the perfect middle ground between vintage charm and modern Rolex precision — a model that has quietly become a collector’s favorite.