Rolex Explorer II 226570 White Dial

The white dial configuration of reference 226570, nicknamed "Polar" among collectors, pairs the current Explorer II's 42mm Oystersteel case with a white face rather than the black dial the same reference is also produced in, keeping the fixed orange 24-hour hand as the one consistent colour accent across both versions. The Polar nickname originated with earlier Explorer II generations and has carried through to this current reference by association, even though Rolex itself does not use the term officially.

Against white, the printed hour markers and Chromalight lume plots read with noticeably more contrast than on the black dial version, and the orange 24-hour hand stands out even more clearly as a result, arguably making it the more legible of the two dial options in bright conditions. The case, bracelet, crown guards, and movement are otherwise identical to the black dial reference, so the choice between them comes down entirely to which face a buyer prefers to see day to day.

White dial Explorer II references have historically drawn slightly stronger collector interest than the black dial equivalent, partly due to the Polar nickname's association with earlier, more scarce generations of the model. Dial print sharpness and hand lume consistency are checked especially closely on Polar dial pieces, since both are common points of scrutiny among Explorer II collectors specifically. Every piece Clutch sources is independently authenticated through Legit Grails, with condition documented and shared directly before any commitment. Bracelet condition and clasp function are tested directly alongside the usual dial and case checks before any piece is confirmed. Enquire to discuss this piece and its availability.