Head to head
Rolex Explorer vs Rolex Explorer II
The simple three-hand adventure watch against its GMT sibling with a 24-hour hand and fixed bezel.
| Spec | Rolex Explorer | Rolex Explorer II |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $8,350 | $10,600 |
| Case size | 36 mm | 42 mm |
| Thickness | 11.6 mm | 12.5 mm |
| Lug-to-lug | 47 mm | 50 mm |
| Case material | Oystersteel | Oystersteel |
| Movement | Automatic | Automatic |
| Caliber | 3230 | 3285 |
| Power reserve | 70 h | 70 h |
| Water resistance | 100 m | 100 m |
| Introduced | 2021 | 2021 |
- The Rolex Explorer is the less expensive of the two, at roughly 79% of the Rolex Explorer II's catalogue price.
- The Rolex Explorer II has the larger case at 42 mm.