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Thanks Nicolas

Yes, the way the tritium aged was one of the reasons I bought this watch. Also its general condition, and given the fact that the green sticker was still on 18 years after it was sold, I believe this watch was hardly or never polished, and hardly ever worn.
I do like this ivory / light vanilla hue on the indices and hands on a Polar 16570. Whereas I like stronger / deeper tritium patina on black dials, I prefer a more discrete one on this particular model. A strong patina creates too much contrast against the white dial and makes the watch "loud", which goes against one of the qualities I like best on a 16570: discretion.

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Rolex Explorer II 16570. No need to spend a lot to have a great watch.

By: amanico : September 6th, 2018-00:28

When we think of which Rolex are the most Un-Rolex watches, the modern Milgauss comes to mind, as well as the Yacht-Master and the new Air King. I would definitely add the Explorer II, especially with its white dial configuration. It has its own charm and...

Arguably, THE white dialled Rolex to have..

By: Echi : September 6th, 2018-01:54

Of course, some may say Daytona Best, Echi ...

Your picture is a perfect demonstration. [nt]

By: amanico : September 6th, 2018-02:29

Nice explo

By: VinnieD : September 6th, 2018-02:08

This could be the next one to land in my modest collection... With a white tropic or a brown vintage leather strap maybe?

I would go for a black tropic, a Nato ( canvas ) and a brown calf strap, a bit rough, that would be perfect! The Oyster bracelet is also an excellent choice. [nt]

By: amanico : September 6th, 2018-02:30

Lately the Exp 2 has been in my mind.

By: Greenwatch : September 6th, 2018-05:22

Underrated, Underachiever, Unsung, Unpopular, Uninteresting and UnRolex. But that’s the charm and allure. Since I have a SS Daytona White, I prefer the black dial on the newer version with the intriguing phantom hands. Maybe one day. Thanks for sharing! ...