This early 70's Steve McQueen or 'Freccione' ref.1655 is easily the most distinctive Explorer in Rolex's history. The first to sport the 24 hour hand that differentiates the 'II' from the standard Explorer, the 1655 also features the rugged... [More Info]

The all new revamped Explorer II Ref. 216570, launched by Rolex in 2010 in this larger 42mm brushed stainless steel case. With movement upgrades including a new tougher Parachrom hairspring, and complete with iconic orange 24hr hand ... [More Info]

UK-supplied Rolex Explorer II; this watch is in superb condition, and is fitted to its original Oyster bracelet with locking clasp and sturdy 'solid end-links'. Originally designed for cave explorers to keep track of daylight hours while underground, and for direction-finding in the endlessly-bright arctic midsummer. These days... [More Info]

There are a few truely legendary Rolex sports models out there today but the cream dial Explorer II is one that still sends the collectors crazy. The 'cannaletto' as its known, was the watch that replaced Steve McQueen's Rolex of choice, the 1655 'orange hand'. The distinctive cream dial with its unique text... [More Info]

Complete with its original Rolex box and certificate, spare links and 'cave divers' booklet, this 40mm Explorer II with 24hr marked bezel is no longer in production. White luminous dial with highly visible black hands and iconic contrasting red 24hr hand... [More Info]

Steadily becoming a highly sought after model, this now discontinued 40mm Explorer II ref:16570 is a true classic from the world's most desirable watch brand. A superb travellers watch thanks to the brushed stainless steel 24hr ... [More Info]

Fully serviced by Rolex in Feb 2012, and under their official warranty until Feb 2014. No longer in production, this 40mm Explorer II ref. 16570 with black dial is complete with all Rolex box and papers and is in very good condition. Extremely tough dual time zone watch with sapphire crystal glass, waterproof to 100m. 

The fearless Rolex happiest in extreme conditions. No longer in production, this is the tough 40mm Explorer II Ref. 16570 with crisp white luminous dial and red 24hr hand. In truly exceptional condition (as you can see from our photos) ... [More Info]

This watch has been meticulously kept and barely worn! A truly exceptional condition (UK supplied) 40mm Explorer II with white dial, totally complete with Rolex box, certificate, cave dwellers booklet, swing tags and even the plastic bezel cover. No longer in production, this adventurers model... [More Info]

Less than 4 months old. When Rolex launched the new Explorer II in 2010 it was a clear nod to the 1970's iconic 'orange hand' worn by Steve McQueen. This is far more than a scaled up classic with a plethora of upgrades bringing it bang up to date. Aside from its new... [More Info]

ONLY 1 YEAR OLD. The all new revamped Explorer II Ref. 216570, launched by Rolex in 2010 in this larger 42mm brushed steel case. With movement upgrades including the new tougher Parachrom hairspring, and complete with iconic orange 24hr hand, a respectful nod to its 1970's Steve McQueen predecessor. Less than a year old, and under official Rolex warranty until December 2013. All box and papered and Paris supplied...

The beautiful cream dial immediately marks this out as one of the very first ref. 16550 watches produced. Launched in 1985 and conceived as a replacement to the ref.1655 'Orange Hand' this was the first Explorer II to feature scratch-resistant sapphire crystal glass. Originally beginning life as a pale ivory, very few of these dials faded over time to this rich distinctive cream.... [More Info]

Final series Explorer II "Orange Hand" manufactured in 1982, with matching ivory coloured hands & batons, and original bezel. Introduced by Rolex in 1971, this model certainly didn't sell anywhere near the units... [More Info]

THIS REF IS NO LONGER IN PRODUCTION. Fully serviced and waterproofed by Rolex in Feb 2012, and under their international warranty until 2014. This is the 40mm black dial Explorer II (Ref. 16570) with red 24hr hand and brushed steel fixed bezel. In excellent condition,... [More Info]

NO LONGER IN PRODUCTION. This is the 40mm black dial Explorer II (Ref. 16570) with red 24hr hand and brushed steel bezel. Retailed at the historic Milanese Rolex boutique 'Luigi Verga' in April 2003, and in excellent condition, this sports model is waterproof to 100m and supplied with full Rolex box & papers.

The excellent new generation Explorer II Ref. 216570, launched by Rolex last year in this bigger 42mm case. With movement upgrades including the new tougher Parachrom hairspring, and complete with iconic orange 24hr hand, a respectful nod to its 1970's Steve McQueen predecessor. Less than a year old, and under official Rolex warranty until December 2013. All box and papered and UK supplied...

Launched at BASELWORLD last year, this is the brand new improved 42mm Rolex Explorer II with black dial. The automatic cal 3187 movement has been upgraded to include a Parachrom hairspring which is completely shock resistant. Complete with every case sticker still in place and with an official Rolex warranty... [More Info]

No longer in production, this is the recently discontinued 40mm diameter Explorer II ref. 16570. With brushed steel 24hr bezel, red 24hr hand and black dial, this example is complete with its full set of original box, "cave" Explorer booklet, calendar and perforated Rolex certificate... [More Info]

Also called the Freccione ('Big Arrow', charmingly) by Italian collectors, the Explorer II with orange hand sold in very limited numbers during its short production run in the 1970s and mid-80s; consequently it is much rarer than Submariners, Explorers and GMTs from the same period. This example is... [More Info]

No longer in production, Explorer II ref 16570 with 40mm diameter case, black luminous dial with fixed steel bezel, and secondary time zone indicated by the red 24hr hand. Fitted to a brushed steel Fliplock bracelet, and in perfect condition. Sold with the Rolex box and our 2 year Watch Club warranty. Waterproof to 100m.

Amazing 'Orange Hand' 'Steve McQueen' complete with box, certificate, 'Everest cover' instruction manual and service history from Rolex. This final series ref. 1655 Explorer II retailed in the UK in 1986, is one of the very last to leave the factory before being replaced by the... [More Info]

Brand new from 2012, latest generation larger 42mm Explorer II with orange hand. Proving to be a big hit since its launch last year (especially with the better looking white dial), this watch is brand new with a two year official Rolex warranty,... [More Info]

Stainless steel 40mm diameter Explorer II with white dial, retailed in Oct 2005. Fully serviced by Rolex in June 2010, this watch is in fantastic crisp condition, and is sold with its original Rolex box and certificate. Gentleman's automatic watch with second time zone function and fixed 24hr brushed steel bezel, waterproof to 100m.