Rolex Explorer II 16570 Polar Dial - Box & Papers/*Unpolished*

The Explorer II "Polar" has finally gotten the recognition it deserves as collectors are understanding its significance in the vintage Rolex lineup. While it isn’t the only white dial sport model, it has the potential to stand as a highlight in any collection of tool watches for its crisp and clean appearance against an array of primarily black matte and glossy dials. Similar to the Explorer 1, we love the playful connection to adventure these watches suggest from their intended tool purpose. Today, they remain a fantastic value in comparison to most Rolex featuring a GMT complication. The ref. 16570 really brings everything loved about the vintage Explorer into the modern age into what is now considered a modern classic. This particular U79X example, circa '97 is one of the very final examples that used tritium lume. This piece has remained in remarkable neo-vintage condition with a sharp, unpolished case/bezel showing very little wear. The bracelet is a correct 78790/501B that shows very light stretch and retains 12 links, fitting an approximate 7.25 inch wrist. For the discerning collector, this set retains all irreplaceable components of the set including a serialize hang tag and open papers, allowing the next custodian to make this piece complete and truly their own.