Rolex Explorer II Ref. 216570: The Neo-Vintage Journey
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Rolex Explorer II Ref. 216570: The Neo-Vintage Journey

By Nono01 · Jan 26, 2021 · 22 replies
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Nono01's striking photograph of the Rolex Explorer II ref. 216570 sparks a timely discussion on the watch's journey into neo-vintage status. This piece explores the subtle yet significant factors that define a modern watch's transition into a collectible, offering insights into its design legacy and market appreciation. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of what makes a reference like the 216570 a future classic.

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George Gently
Jan 27, 2021

Looks very good on you.

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PhinneyWood
Jan 27, 2021

This is an awesome photo and ref. Not sure why there was never love for it. I think it wears well and thin and the orange hand pops and is a nice call out to the 1655

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Nono01
Jan 28, 2021

New model is imminent

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Nono01
Jan 28, 2021

People often find it too big for a Rolex, but for me is just perfect. Not too small, not to big

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Nono01
Jan 28, 2021

I think it will age well. Chromalight? Not so much I recon

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