Rolex Explorer II 216570 - White Dial - Full Set - NOS with partial Stickers

Introduced in 2011 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Explorer II, reference 216570 marked an important evolution of Rolex’s iconic professional adventure watch. While remaining faithful to the distinctive character established by the original reference 1655, the new model introduced a larger 42 mm case, a redesigned dial, and the return of the striking orange 24-hour hand, creating a contemporary interpretation of one of Rolex’s most recognizable tool watches.

The present example is fitted with the highly distinctive white dial, whose clean and highly legible configuration provides a striking contrast with the black surrounds of the hour markers and hands. The prominent orange GMT hand remains one of the defining aesthetic elements of the reference, giving the watch its unmistakable identity.

The 42 mm Oyster case represents a significant evolution from its predecessors, providing a confident presence on the wrist while retaining the robust and functional character for which the Explorer II was conceived. The fixed 24-hour bezel and independently adjustable orange GMT hand allow the watch to track a second time zone, preserving the practical spirit of Rolex’s Professional collection.

Particularly noteworthy is the exceptional preservation of the present example, which can be considered NOS, with portions of its original protective stickers still present. The case, bracelet, and overall finish remain remarkably untouched, making this an unusually well-preserved example of the reference.

The watch is offered as a Full Set Italian example, having remained with a single owner since new. It is accompanied by its original Italian warranty issued by Astrua, dated April 2013, together with the complete period accessories and documentation (Box, Astrua Outerbox, Warranty, Warranty holder, booklets and red tag). This combination of single-owner provenance, Italian origin, and exceptionally well-preserved condition further enhances the appeal of the piece.

The combination of its white dial, 42 mm proportions, iconic orange GMT hand, NOS condition with partial original protective stickers, Full Set configuration, and single-owner Italian provenance with Astrua warranty dated April 2013 makes this Rolex Explorer II reference 216570 a particularly compelling example for collectors seeking originality, completeness, and an exceptionally preserved expression of one of Rolex’s most distinctive modern Professional models.