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Rolex Explorer II M226570-0002

Ref. M226570-0002

Explorer II

Rolex

Case 42mm
Material Oystersteel
Year 2021
From $12,000

The black-dial Explorer II 226570 offers a more traditional look compared to its white-dial sibling. The orange 24-hour hand stands out against the black dial for easy legibility, and the calibre 3285 provides 70 hours of power reserve.

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Retail Price

$10,750

Market Value

$12,000

Price Analysis

Retail (MSRP)$10,750
Market Range$10,500 $13,500
$10,500$13,500
Average Market Price$12,000
Premium vs Retail+11.6%
Price TrendStable

Last updated: 2026-02-14

Flip Potential

5out of 10

Good

Premium over retail+11.6%
Market trendstable
Potential profit (est.)$1,250

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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