The Rolex Explorer II 226570 is a refined and rugged evolution of Rolex’s legendary tool watch, built for the most demanding environments—from polar expeditions to subterranean caves. The 2023 version combines classic Explorer DNA with Rolex’s latest technological advancements, delivering both durability and precision in one iconic timepiece.

Crafted with a solid 42 mm Oyster case in Oystersteel, the Explorer II is designed to endure extreme conditions. It features a fixed 24-hour bezel that pairs with a striking orange 24-hour hand, enabling the wearer to track a second time zone or distinguish between day and night—ideal for cave explorers and adventurers in light-deprived settings.

This model showcases a sleek, highly legible black dial with bold Chromalight-filled hour markers and hands, offering exceptional visibility in low-light conditions. The orange GMT hand and white text contrasts beautifully against the dark background, creating a distinctive and modern aesthetic.

At its heart beats the Rolex Caliber 3285, a self-winding mechanical movement equipped with Rolex’s Chronergy escapement and a Parachrom hairspring, providing enhanced precision, resistance to shocks and magnetism, and a power reserve of approximately 70 hours. The watch is certified as a Superlative Chronometer, meeting Rolex’s strict accuracy standards of -2/+2 seconds per day. A scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with a Cyclops lens over the date, combined with a Twinlock screw-down crown, ensures water resistance up to 100 meters (330 feet).