Hello!

Kaneko from Commit Ginza will introduce you to some recommended watches!
Today we will be looking at a rare dial for the Explorer II/Ref. 16570.

Rolex Explorer II All Tritium
Ref.16570 Serial.N1 (manufactured around 1991)
Cal.3185 FF501B/78360 Clasp Code P8
Accessories: Box, warranty card (112: France / stamped December 1991)
Retail price: 3,278,000 yen (tax included)
We have restocked! If you are looking for it, please consider purchasing it.

Today we have a semi-vintage popular model,
Introducing the Ref. 16570 with tritium luminous finish and a single buckle!

This is an attractive model with a beautiful ivory dial.
Among them, this one is a rare specimen that you rarely come across. Please take a look!!

Yes!! If you look closely at the chronometer markings on this watch, you will see that the spaces between the words "SUPERLATIVE CHRONOMETER" on the top line and "OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED" on the bottom line are aligned.
This dial is commonly known as a "center split."

We have previously handled the Ref. 16570 black letter/center split.
This is the first time we have received the ivory/center split.

This is a comparison image with the 16550 Ivory/Center Split Dial (right) !!

I compared it closely with the 550 Ivory,
The only difference is the edge of the index and the frame of the hands.
The font was exactly the same.

Am I the only one who feels that the dial has a different texture from the 550 Ivory?

This is an attractive specimen with a glossy texture and creamy color!

The dial condition is good with some small scratches and scuffs.
Overall it is in good condition.

The luminous hands are all tritium.
There is a small chip on the second hand, but the condition is good.

The condition is good, there are some scratches and scuffs due to use,
The individual condition is good!

The middle case is in the condition you see here!

There are some scratches on the tip of the lug foot,

There is no excessive finishing The lug legs are thick and in good condition!
The edge lines are also very sharp!!

There are scratches on the side of the case,
This is a model manufactured around 1991, so the atmosphere is still intact.

The bezel is in good condition with no sagging.

Clasp code is "P8"

The bracelet is in excellent condition with only a little wear and tear, matching the era!

Accessories include box, warranty card, manufacturer's quotation (2024), chronometer tag,
Comes with an EX booklet (89) and extra frames (full frames) . 

The country code on the warranty is 112, which is a rare number.
This is a rare French guarantee.

*Dial replacement is not specifically included in the required fields on the quote.

Wrist shot!! He looks great!!
Enjoy this rare specimen of the Kurobuchi center split!!

The highly popular semi-vintage model, the Explorer II "Ref. 16570/N1"
The ivory dial has a rich, atmospheric feel for a 16570.
This is a rare specimen with a center split designation!
Although there are some scratches, the bezel, case, and bracelet are all in their original form, so we highly recommend it!
It's highly unlikely that you'll ever find a 16570/rare dial like this again!
If you are looking for a rare Ref.16570 model, please consider this!
 

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