Rolex Explorer II 40mm Polar White Dial, Ref. 16570 w/ B&P

Rolex Explorer II 40mm Polar White Dial, Ref. 16570 w/ B&P

Condition: Very good, pre-owned condition and running very strong.

Contents: Double boxed, booklets, 2004 warranty certificate, calendar card, wallet and hangtag.

The Polar That Built the Legend — A Full-Set 2004 Explorer II 16570 in White Dial

The Rolex Explorer II Reference 16570 is one of the most historically significant sport watches Rolex ever produced, bridging the brand’s adventure heritage and the refined collector market of today. The “Polar” white dial variant is the more sought-after of the two dial configurations, prized for its stark contrast, the iconic red 24-hour GMT hand, and the cyclops-magnified date that gives it an unmistakable presence on the wrist. Full-set references with matching documentation from this era have become genuinely difficult to source as collectors hold rather than sell. The 16570 predates the current 226570 by decades, and its fixed bezel, Caliber 3185 movement, and clean white dial make it a distinctly different and increasingly rare proposition. The 40mm stainless steel case on the Oyster bracelet remains one of the most wearable sizes Rolex ever produced, as relevant on the wrist today as it was at release. As documentation-correct Polars continue to tighten in supply, this reference represents one of the more credible stores of value available in the sub-$20K Rolex segment.

Full-set documentation from 2004 is the difference between a watch and a verifiable asset. This Polar checks every box a serious collector demands — correct dial, complete papers, strong runner — and it will not be easy to replace at this price point.