Rolex Explorer Replica Watches

Our rolex explorer replica collection covers field watches spanning both the Explorer I and Explorer 2 lines. The Explorer I delivers a clean time-only dial with Arabic 3/6/9 markers in the 36mm 124270. The Explorer 2 adds a fixed 24-hour bezel, an orange 24-hour hand, and a date display — from the current 42mm 226570 to the vintage 16550 and 1655 “Freccione”. Each Rolex Explorer super clone of a current reference runs a clone of the genuine Cal. 3230 or Cal. 3285, both rated at 70 hours on the genuine. Browse both lines below or explore the full catalog of replica Rolex watches.

Buy Explorer Super Clone 124270 — 1:1 Field Watch 36mm For Sale

Rolex Explorer 124270

Explorer I in 36mm Oystersteel with black dial. Arabic 3/6/9, Chromalight-style lume, clone of the genuine Cal. 3230 (70-hour reserve on the genuine). The compact, no-date Explorer 36 that traces back to the 1953 Everest ascent.

224270 — Explorer I updated to 40mm (2023). Same Arabic 3/6/9 dial with longer hands and wider indices, Cal. 3230 and Easylink extension on the genuine. Shown for reference only — the 224270 is not in stock right now; for the same clean dial take the Explorer 36 124270, and for a 40mm case the vintage Explorer 2 16550 below.

Explorer 2 226570 Polar vs Black — Best Super Clone GMT

226570 White — Explorer 2 “Polar” with white dial, fixed 24-hour bezel, orange 24-hour hand, and date at 3 o’clock. 42mm Oystersteel case, clone of the genuine Cal. 3285 (70-hour reserve on the genuine). Dual timezone capability for travelers — see the Explorer 2 Polar 226570.

226570 Black — Explorer 2 with black dial. Same 42mm case, 24-hour bezel, and orange GMT hand. The black dial offers stronger contrast for lume visibility in low light — see the Explorer 2 226570 black dial.

16550 and 1655 “Freccione” — the vintage side of the Explorer 2. The 16550 (1985–1989) is a 40mm Explorer 2 with a black dial and the first independently set hour hand of the line; the 1655 (1971–1985) is the 39mm original with the big orange “Freccione” arrow hand that tracks 24-hour time. Both are in stock for collectors who want the period look rather than the modern 42mm case.

Explorer Clone 3230 Movement — 70-Hour Power Reserve

The Explorer I 124270 runs a clone of the genuine Cal. 3230 — on the genuine, Rolex’s time-only automatic with Chronergy escapement and 70-hour power reserve. The rolex explorer automatic replica in the Explorer 2 line (226570) runs a clone of the genuine Cal. 3285 with an independently adjustable hour hand for timezone changes. All cases use 904L-grade steel with screw-down crowns; the genuine Explorer is rated to 100 meters, while the clone should be kept to splashes (not for swimming). The lume follows the blue glow of Rolex’s Chromalight on dials and hands. The Explorer II’s fixed 24-hour bezel uses engraved markings — not a rotating insert — to track a second timezone or distinguish AM from PM.

Explorer 36mm vs Explorer 2 42mm — Which 1:1 Replica to Buy

Size drives the choice. The 124270 at 36mm is the purist’s field watch — compact, clean, historically faithful to the 1953 original. If you want more presence without a GMT hand, the 40mm 224270 is shown for reference only; in stock, the 40mm vintage 16550 is the closest size. The replica rolex explorer 2 at 42mm is a different tool entirely — the orange 24-hour hand and date window make it a travel watch and a speleologist’s companion. If you want a rotating bezel for dive timing instead, see our Submariner collection. For chronograph functionality, explore the Daytona.

Explorer Replica FAQ

What is the difference between Explorer I and Explorer II?

The Explorer I (124270/224270) is a time-only field watch — hours, minutes, seconds, no date. Arabic 3/6/9 markers, 36 or 40mm case. The Explorer II (226570) adds a date window, a fixed 24-hour bezel, and an independently adjustable orange GMT hand for tracking a second timezone. The Explorer II is 42mm with a more complex dial layout.

Which Explorer size should I choose — 36mm or 40mm?

In stock today the Explorer I comes in 36mm: the 124270 wears closest to the original 1953 proportions — understated, slips under any cuff, suits wrists 6 to 7 inches. The 224270 at 40mm (introduced 2023) offers modern presence with longer hands and wider indices, but it is shown for reference only and is not in stock. If you need a 40mm case now, the vintage Explorer 2 16550 is the closest stocked size, and the 42mm 226570 is the largest.

What does the orange hand on the Explorer II do?

The orange arrow-tipped hand completes one rotation every 24 hours, pointing to the fixed bezel markings. When you travel across timezones, you adjust the main hour hand in one-hour jumps while the orange hand continues tracking your home time. It also serves as an AM/PM indicator — useful for cave explorers (the watch’s original intended audience) who lose track of daylight cycles underground.

Is the Explorer water resistant enough for swimming?

No — the genuine Explorer is rated to 100 meters with a screw-down Twinlock crown, but a replica’s seals are not tested to that standard, so treat the clone as splash-resistant (not for swimming). Rain and handwashing are fine. If you want the dive-watch look, the Submariner (300m on the genuine) or the Deepsea (3,900m on the genuine) are the models to look at.

How does the Explorer compare to the Air-King?

Both are steel sport watches with smooth bezels and no date (Explorer I) or minimal complications. The Explorer uses traditional Arabic 3/6/9 with baton indices — clean and restrained. The Air-King uses oversized Arabic numerals with a prominent minute track, green seconds hand, and yellow ROLEX text — bold and aviation-themed. The Explorer is the quiet tool watch; the Air-King demands attention.

How much is a Rolex Explorer super clone?

A Rolex Explorer super clone costs $299 — the same price for every Explorer in stock: the Explorer 36 124270, the 226570 Explorer 2 in white “Polar” and black, and the vintage 16550 and 1655. Because the price is flat, choose by size and dial rather than budget.

What is the Rolex Explorer 2 replica?

The Rolex Explorer 2 replica is the 24-hour-bezel version of the Explorer (officially Explorer II): a date window, an orange 24-hour hand and a fixed engraved bezel for a second timezone. It is in stock as the 42mm 226570 in white “Polar” and black, plus the vintage 16550 and the 1655 “Freccione”. The 226570 runs a clone of the genuine Cal. 3285; the 1655 is the one to pick for the big orange arrow hand of the 1970s original.

Rolex Collections Beside the Explorer

Explore more from our Rolex lineup: Submariner for dive watches, Air-King for aviation-inspired design, GMT-Master for rotating travel bezels, and Daytona for chronographs. Browse the full Replica Rolex catalog for all references.