Rolex Explorer II Polar” ref 16570 “Tritinova” circa 1997

An unusual niche neo vintage Rolex Explorer II ref 16750 serial #U6 circa 1997. Featuring a 39mm diameter stainless steel case with stationary 24 hour bezel, sapphire crystal and with glossy white original dial signed SWISS-T<25.

Powered by self winding, caliber 3185 movement with independently set hour hand. With signed Rolex Oyster screw down crown. Great condition case and bracelet, with heavy Oyster heavy link bracelet with flip lock deployment clasp.

Tritinova? An unusual feature of this model is the so called term Tritinova. This model is a late production 1997 model marking the end of the use of tritium as the luminous material for the dial and hands and the begining of the use of Luminova. The earliest of the Luminova dials used the tritium signed dials, designated T<25 at the bottom, but luminova was applied  to these dials, evidenced by the brighter and sustained glow of the lume under ultraviolet light. We have had just a handful of such “Tritinova” models before. An interesting and little known variation!

Guaranteed genuine, recently serviced and offered with a 1 year warranty of accurate timekeeping and operation.

Your purchase includes our signature fine leather watch pouch. Great for travel or storage, a $65 value!