A Rolex 16570 clone is worth between $50 and $900, depending on movement, materials, and finishing. Budget quartz versions sell for $50 to $120, mid-tier automatic clones for $200 to $400, and high-end super clones with cloned movements for $500 to $900. Genuine Explorer II 16570 watches trade for roughly $7,500 to $12,000, so even the best clone is not an investment.
What is a Rolex 16570 clone?
A 16570 clone copies the Rolex Explorer II reference 16570, a 40mm stainless steel watch with a fixed 24-hour bezel and an Oyster bracelet. The genuine reference was produced from 1989 to 2011 and used caliber 3185 or 3186. Clones range from crude quartz copies to super clones built with near-identical dimensions.
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How much does a 16570 clone cost by tier?
Budget tier: $50 to $120
These use quartz movements, mineral glass, and stamped bracelets. Cases often have wrong proportions and lume that fades quickly. They appear on marketplaces and street markets.
Mid tier: $200 to $400
Mid tier clones use automatic movements such as the Asian 2836 or 2813, sapphire crystal, and better case finishing. Bezel font and hand stack may still be off. They can be daily wearers but are not waterproof beyond splashes.
High end super clone: $500 to $900
Super clones use cloned 3185 or 3186 movements, a correct 40mm case, 20mm lug width, sapphire with anti-reflective coating, and an accurately engraved bezel. Some accept genuine parts. These are the closest to the genuine watch.
What factors change the value of a 16570 clone?
- Movement: quartz, generic automatic, or cloned Rolex calibre.
- Case material: 316L steel vs 904L steel.
- Crystal: mineral glass vs sapphire with anti-reflective coating.
- Bracelet: stamped links vs solid links and a glide-lock style clasp.
- Dial and hands: print quality, lume color, and GMT hand position.
- Water resistance: tested gaskets vs decorative seals.
- Condition and completeness: box, papers, and extra links.
Is a 16570 clone worth buying?
If you want the Explorer II look without the genuine price, a mid tier or super clone can be worth $200 to $900. However, clones lose value instantly, cannot be serviced by Rolex, and may not hold up over years of wear. Genuine 16570 prices have risen, so a clone is not a substitute investment.
How does a 16570 clone compare to the genuine watch?
The genuine 16570 has a 40mm case, about 12mm thickness, 20mm lugs, and caliber 3185 or 3186. Super clones match dimensions closely, but differences remain in crown action, dial sheen, and movement finishing. A genuine watch retains value; a clone does not.
Do 16570 clones hold their value?
No. A 16570 clone is a consumer product, not a collectible. Resale value drops by 50 percent or more once used, and demand is limited to buyers who want a replica. Genuine Explorer II 16570 watches have historically held or grown in value.