Rolex Explorer 2 Chi Chi di Mais Box and paper Set 16570

Popcorn on porcelain…

This is a very interesting and under the radar Explorer 2 with a white porcelain dial.
These watches are not as well known as the other porcelain dial Daytona , but we really love them and know you will too! Also known as the Polar dial, this example has rich yellow hour plots, what the Italians term “chi chi di mais” or corn kernals in English. The case is strong with thick even lugs and the brushed steel bezel is still in great condition.

The watch is accompanied by its original papers stating that it was sold in 1992, both boxes, booklet and document wallet. The solid link Oyster 78360 bracelet is in very good condition with a clasp stamped ‘R 8’ and ref 501b endlinks. The watch has been fully checked and regulated by our watchmaker.

Specifications:

- Reference 16570
- 40mm steel case with drilled lugs
- Serial X520xxx dating to 1991
- White porcelain ‘Polar’ dial with great yellow patina on lume
- Brushed 24hr steel bezel
- Boxes, wallet, booklet and punched papers
- Bracelet reference 78360 with 501b endlinks
- Fully checked and regulated by our watchmaker
- One-year mechanical warranty
- Includes a handmade leather watch pouch
- Free worldwide Fedex Priority shipping