Best straps for the Rolex Explorer II
20 mm lugs, 40 mm case, reference 16550 (1985–1989). Try a strap below; the drawing is to scale.
Strap
Colour: Steel
Strap width20 mm
At the buckle16 mm
Lug to lug48 mm
Looks that work on the Rolex Explorer II
Rolex Explorer II specs
- Made
- 1985–1989
- Case
- 40 mm × 12.5 mm thick
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Lug to lug
- 48 mm
- Case material
- Oystersteel
- Movement
- Calibre 3085, automatic
- Water resistance
- 100 m
From the maker's published figures, gathered with AI help and not yet checked against a watch in hand. Measure your lugs before you buy.
Strap size for the Rolex Explorer II
What size strap fits the Rolex Explorer II?
The Rolex Explorer II takes 20 mm straps: its lug width is 20 mm. A leather strap will usually taper to 18 mm at the buckle.
How big is the Rolex Explorer II?
The case is 40 mm across, and about 48 mm from lug tip to lug tip.
What strap looks best on the Rolex Explorer II?
Good options are an olive NATO strap, a tan leather strap, a taupe suede strap. Try them all on the drawing above.
Sizes come from published specs. Check yours before you buy: how to measure lug width.