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Watches/Alternatives/Rolex Explorer II

Watch alternatives

Alternatives to the Rolex Explorer II

Reference 226570

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Case diameter
42 mm
Lug-to-lug
Not recorded
Movement
Automatic
Catalog MSRP
$10,600
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Closest catalog matchRolex GMT-Master II40 mm case, 2 mm narrowerSee the match ↓
Lower recorded MSRPPagani Design PD-1692 II$152 recorded MSRP, $10,448 lowerSee the match ↓

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54 matches

Microbrand picks· 12

Discover smaller makers with catalog similarities to this watch.

HELM Togiak Expedition UTC
HELM

Togiak Expedition UTC

  • $380 recorded MSRP, $10,220 lower
  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Vaer G2 Pacific GMT
Vaer

G2 Pacific GMT

  • $429 recorded MSRP, $10,171 lower
  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Nodus Contrail GMT
Nodus

Contrail GMT

  • $900 recorded MSRP, $9,700 lower
  • 40.5 mm case, 1.5 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Jack Mason Strat-o-timer GMT
Jack Mason

Strat-o-timer GMT

  • $1,099 recorded MSRP, $9,501 lower
  • 40 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Gruppo Gamma Field III GMT Date
Gruppo Gamma

Field III GMT Date

  • $459 recorded MSRP, $10,141 lower
  • 40 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Elliot Brown Aircrewman Holton automatic GMT
Elliot Brown

Aircrewman Holton automatic GMT

  • $906 recorded MSRP, $9,694 lower
  • 43 mm case, 1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Oak & Oscar The Humboldt GMT
Oak & Oscar

The Humboldt GMT

  • $2,175 recorded MSRP, $8,425 lower
  • 39.5 mm case, 2.5 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Serica Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer
Serica

Ref. 8315 Travel Chronometer

  • $2,479 recorded MSRP, $8,121 lower
  • 39 mm case, 3 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Aigi Watches The Banzai
Aigi Watches

The Banzai

  • $1,098 recorded MSRP, $9,502 lower
  • 40 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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BOLDR Supply Co. Odyssey RB1876
BOLDR Supply Co.

Odyssey RB1876

  • $899 recorded MSRP, $9,701 lower
  • 44 mm case, 2 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Vaer G5 Pacific GMT
Vaer

G5 Pacific GMT

  • $989 recorded MSRP, $9,611 lower
  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Elliot Brown Holton Auto GMT: Nivo 101-A23
Elliot Brown

Holton Auto GMT: Nivo 101-A23

  • $906 recorded MSRP, $9,694 lower
  • 43 mm case, 1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Mainstream picks· 12

Established-brand matches. Compare the recorded dimensions, movement and price for each watch.

Rolex GMT-Master II
Rolex

GMT-Master II

  • 40 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Same 3285 caliber
What changes

$20,050 recorded MSRP, $9,450 higher

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Rolex Sky-Dweller
Rolex

Sky-Dweller

  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

$17,750 recorded MSRP, $7,150 higher

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Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & Ross

BR-05 GMT Sky Blue

  • $6,264 recorded MSRP, $4,336 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M Co Axial Master Chronometer GMT Worldtimer 43mm
Omega

Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M Co Axial Master Chronometer GMT Worldtimer 43mm

  • 43 mm case, 1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

$14,000 recorded MSRP, $3,400 higher

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TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 500 Date
TAG Heuer

Aquaracer Professional 500 Date

  • $5,400 recorded MSRP, $5,200 lower
  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Breitling Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43
Breitling

Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43

  • $9,550 recorded MSRP, $1,050 lower
  • 43 mm case, 1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Geographic Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre

Polaris Geographic Stainless Steel

  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

$19,100 recorded MSRP, $8,500 higher

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Grand Seiko SBGM245
Grand Seiko

SBGM245

  • $6,100 recorded MSRP, $4,500 lower
  • 40.5 mm case, 1.5 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Sjöö Sandström Royal Steel Worldtimer 71.Bataljon
Sjöö Sandström

Royal Steel Worldtimer 71.Bataljon

  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

MSRP is not recorded for this match.

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Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial
Linde Werdelin

3 Timer Black Dial

  • $5,714 recorded MSRP, $4,886 lower
  • 44 mm case, 2 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41
Breitling

Navitimer Automatic GMT 41

  • $6,450 recorded MSRP, $4,150 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm
Omega

Seamaster Diver 300M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm

  • $6,300 recorded MSRP, $4,300 lower
  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Cheaper alternatives· 12

Matches in a lower price band. A recorded MSRP difference is shown only when both prices are known.

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT
Christopher Ward

C63 Sealander Extreme GMT

  • $2,075 recorded MSRP, $8,525 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Christopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT
Christopher Ward

C63 Sealander GMT

  • $1,620 recorded MSRP, $8,980 lower
  • 39 mm case, 3 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Christopher Ward C65 Aquitaine GMT
Christopher Ward

C65 Aquitaine GMT

  • $1,935 recorded MSRP, $8,665 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Glycine Combat Sub Sport GMT
Glycine

Combat Sub Sport GMT

  • $2,995 recorded MSRP, $7,605 lower
  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Glycine Airman Contemporary GMT
Glycine

Airman Contemporary GMT

  • $2,850 recorded MSRP, $7,750 lower
  • 44 mm case, 2 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Citizen Series 8 880 GMT
Citizen

Series 8 880 GMT

  • $1,495 recorded MSRP, $9,105 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Bell & Ross BR 123 24H
Bell & Ross

BR 123 24H

  • $3,337 recorded MSRP, $7,263 lower
  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Glycine Airman GMT
Glycine

Airman GMT

  • $2,500 recorded MSRP, $8,100 lower
  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Norqain Neverest GMT Glacier 41mm
Norqain

Neverest GMT Glacier 41mm

  • $4,690 recorded MSRP, $5,910 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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TAG Heuer Carrera Date Twin Time
TAG Heuer

Carrera Date Twin Time

  • $5,150 recorded MSRP, $5,450 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Yema Superman Worldtime GMT
Yema

Superman Worldtime GMT

  • $929 recorded MSRP, $9,671 lower
  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Longines Spirit Zulu Time
Longines

Spirit Zulu Time

  • $3,550 recorded MSRP, $7,050 lower
  • 39 mm case, 3 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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Pricier alternatives· 12

Matches in a higher price band. Check the specifications to decide whether the differences matter to you.

Rolex GMT-Master II
Rolex

GMT-Master II

  • 40 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Same 3285 caliber
What changes

$53,100 recorded MSRP, $42,500 higher

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Tudor Black Bay GMT S&G
Tudor

Black Bay GMT S&G

  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Tudor Black Bay GMT
Tudor

Black Bay GMT

  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Breitling Chronomat Automatic GMT 40 Erling Haaland
Breitling

Chronomat Automatic GMT 40 Erling Haaland

  • 40 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Tudor Pelagos
Tudor

Pelagos

  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time Cardinal Points East 41mm Titanium
Vacheron Constantin

Overseas Dual Time Cardinal Points East 41mm Titanium

  • 41 mm case, 1 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

$41,000 recorded MSRP, $30,400 higher

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Blancpain Bathyscaphe Quantième Complet Phases de Lune
Blancpain

Bathyscaphe Quantième Complet Phases de Lune

  • 43 mm case, 1 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

$22,800 recorded MSRP, $12,200 higher

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Breitling Superocean Automatic
Breitling

Superocean Automatic

  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

$25,400 recorded MSRP, $14,800 higher

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Omega Seamaster Spectre Limited Edition 210.30.42.20.01.029
Omega

Seamaster Spectre Limited Edition 210.30.42.20.01.029

  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

MSRP is not recorded for this match.

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Omega Seamaster James Bond Limited Edition Set 210.30.42.20.03.005
Omega

Seamaster James Bond Limited Edition Set 210.30.42.20.03.005

  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

MSRP is not recorded for this match.

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Breitling Colt Automatic
Breitling

Colt Automatic

  • 44 mm case, 2 mm wider
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Mariner Memovox Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre

Polaris Mariner Memovox Stainless Steel

  • Same 42 mm case diameter
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

$23,400 recorded MSRP, $12,800 higher

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Homages & lookalikes· 6

Watches that share this design language: confirmed homages, close tributes, and lookalikes, including the classics that inspired the look. Hidden when nothing in the catalog is related.

Pagani Design PD-1692 II
Pagani Design

PD-1692 II

  • $152 recorded MSRP, $10,448 lower
  • 40 mm case, 2 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Pagani Design PD-1751
Pagani Design

PD-1751

  • $209 recorded MSRP, $10,391 lower
  • 36 mm case, 6 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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San Martin SN0144 JianZhan Dial Miyota 9015
San Martin

SN0144 JianZhan Dial Miyota 9015

  • $328 recorded MSRP, $10,272 lower
  • 36 mm case, 6 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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San Martin Gada Classic Simple Enamel Dial Miyota 90S5 SN014
San Martin

Gada Classic Simple Enamel Dial Miyota 90S5 SN014

  • $378 recorded MSRP, $10,222 lower
  • 36 mm case, 6 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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San Martin Vintage SN020
San Martin

Vintage SN020

  • $258 recorded MSRP, $10,342 lower
  • 39 mm case, 3 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Lug-to-lug is not recorded for this match.

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Seestern BB GMT S436.01 V2
Seestern

BB GMT S436.01 V2

  • $240 recorded MSRP, $10,360 lower
  • 39 mm case, 3 mm narrower
  • Both use automatic movements
What changes

Dimensions alone do not establish wrist fit.

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