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Rolex Explorer II M226570-0001

Ref. M226570-0001

Explorer II

Rolex

Polar

Case 42mm
Material Oystersteel
Year 2021
From $12,500

The Explorer II 226570 with white 'Polar' dial is prized for its clean, legible design and independent 24-hour hand for tracking a second time zone. The 42mm Oystersteel case with fixed 24-hour bezel makes it the ideal watch for speleologists and polar explorers.

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Retail Price

$10,750

Market Value

$12,500

Price Analysis

Retail (MSRP)$10,750
Market Range$11,000 $14,000
$11,000$14,000
Average Market Price$12,500
Premium vs Retail+16.3%
Price TrendStable

Last updated: 2026-02-14

Flip Potential

5out of 10

Good

Premium over retail+16.3%
Market trendstable
Potential profit (est.)$1,750

Specifications

Complete technical details for the Rolex Explorer II

Case

Diameter
42mm
Thickness
13.0mm
Material
Oystersteel
Bezel
Oystersteel, fixed 24-hour graduated bezel
Crystal
Sapphire with Cyclops lens
Water Resistance
100m / 330ft

Movement

Calibre
Rolex calibre 3285
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
70 hours

Bracelet

Bracelet
Oyster, three-piece solid links
Clasp
Oysterclasp with Easylink 5mm comfort extension
Lug Width
21mm

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