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title: "Rolex Explorer II 40mm Stainless Steel Oyster 16570 1997"
type: "product"
brand: "Rolex"
model: "Explorer Ii"
reference: "16570"
price: 6395
currency: "GBP"
condition: "Pre-owned"
year: 1997
category: "Watches"
subcategory: "Rolex"
availability: "In Stock"
url: "https://thediamondbox.co.uk/product/rolex-explorer-ii-40mm-16570-stainless-steel-oyster-1997"
image: "https://thediamondbox.co.uk/uploads/original_image/1d9ba05176cc58b0efb8405d782b3397.png"
updated: "2026-04-18"
---

# Rolex Explorer II 40mm Stainless Steel Oyster 16570 1997

## Price

**£6,395** (Finance available from £601.66/month)

## Description

This 1997 Rolex Explorer II 40mm is a classic tool watch crafted in stainless steel, featuring a white dial with luminous hour markers, Mercedes hands and the signature red 24-hour hand. Finished with a fixed steel bezel and Oyster bracelet.The Explorer II reference 16570 was produced from 1989 to 2011, becoming one of Rolex’s most versatile sports models with dual time functionality.  Early examples like this 1997 piece typically feature tritium lume dials (“Swiss-T<25”), adding vintage appeal for collectors.This watch has been checked against technical records to guarantee authenticity and clean history.
Comes with original box and papers.
Ref: 16570 


## Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Rolex |
| Reference Number | 16570 |
| Year | 1997 |
| Condition | Pre-owned |
| Watchfinder condition rating | Good |
| Location | United Kingdom |
| Serial | U291225 |
| Model | Explorer Ii |
| Certified | Yes |
| Papers | Yes |
| Box | Authentic Box |
| Gender | Gents |
| TDB Limited Lifetime Warranty | Yes |
| Case Size | 40mm |
| Strap design | Oyster |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Bezel material | Stainless Steel |
| Dial Colour | White |
| Movement | Automatic |
| Bracelet Size (cm) | 17.5 |
| Keywords | Explorer II, Explorer II 40mm, 40mm, 16570, Rolex Explorer II, Rolex |

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