A striking watch with an easy-to-read dial and made of 904L stainless steel to keep it alive even in the harshest environments, the Rolex Explorer II 216570 is one of the brand’s most inspired inventions. This sharp and sophisticated Explorer tool watch makes a bold statement with its large face, chunky 42mm case, and durable solid link stainless steel Oyster bracelet. The copy Rolex Explorer II is made using some of the best technologies borrowed from the aerospace and chemical engineering industries. While the black dial is certainly the definition of high contrast readability, it is easy to assume that a watch with luminescence on a white dial might be difficult to read.
Rolex began using Chromalight in 2008, just a few years before the ref.216570 debuted for the 40th anniversary of the Explorer II in 2011. The material is exclusive to Rolex and, according to the brand, can glow continuously for eight hours. While the Rolex Explorer II was originally designed for cave explorers, it has since become a favorite among people with a variety of different lifestyles.
It still includes a choice of black or white “polar” dials, only now the watch is powered by the latest and greatest Explorer II movement, the cal.3285 with a 70-hour power reserve. Since the ref.216570 has recently been discontinued, we think it has great potential to become a very popular collector’s item in the coming years, as it marks the replica Rolex Explorer II was produced for the first time in a 42mm case diameter.
For the adventurous businessman, this excellent watch adds a cool guy’s twist to any basic boardroom look. What is the ideal pairing to accentuate this statement watch? A navy or brown herringbone sport coat, of course, a crisp white button-down shirt, and classic flat-front khakis in tan.
This watch is also suitable for formal occasions and can be paired with a more elegant outfit such as a business suit or an evening tuxedo. Adding accents of satin-brushed stainless steel to an evening look will inject a bit of style into the outfit without being too flashy.