The QF Explorer II Black Dial is a purpose-built luxury sports watch designed for collectors who appreciate functionality, durability, and understated styling. Originally developed for professional explorers operating in extreme environments, the Explorer II has become one of the most respected GMT tool watches thanks to its robust construction and highly legible design.
Crafted from stainless steel with a 42mm case size, the watch offers excellent wrist presence while maintaining exceptional comfort for daily wear. The fully brushed case and Oyster bracelet emphasize the Explorer II's utilitarian character while providing outstanding resistance to everyday wear.
The centerpiece of this configuration is its matte black dial. Large luminous hour markers, polished Mercedes-style hands, and the signature orange GMT hand provide exceptional legibility in all lighting conditions. The contrasting orange 24-hour hand allows the wearer to track a second time zone while preserving the clean and balanced appearance of the dial.
Surrounding the dial is the fixed brushed stainless steel 24-hour bezel with engraved black-filled numerals. Designed specifically for GMT functionality, the bezel works in conjunction with the orange GMT hand to provide quick and intuitive reading of a second time zone while maintaining the Explorer II's distinctive professional appearance.
Powering the watch is the SH3285 Super Clone GMT Movement. Designed to closely replicate the architecture and functionality of the genuine Calibre 3285, the movement features automatic winding, hacking seconds, independently adjustable local hour hand, quick-set date functionality, true GMT operation, and approximately 72 hours of power reserve. The SH3285 has earned an excellent reputation among collectors for its reliability, smooth operation, and authentic GMT functionality.
The Oyster bracelet completes the watch with exceptional comfort and durability. Its solid-link construction, fully brushed finish, Oysterlock safety clasp, and Easylink comfort extension make it ideal for everyday wear while perfectly complementing the rugged nature of the Explorer II.
QF has earned recognition among enthusiasts for producing high-quality Explorer II models with excellent case finishing, accurate proportions, dependable movement performance, and impressive overall value. The Black Dial version remains one of the most versatile configurations, offering timeless styling and practical GMT functionality for everyday use.
Specifications:
• Factory: QF
• Model: Explorer II Black Dial
• Case Size: 42mm
• Movement: SH3285 Super Clone GMT Movement
• Crystal: Sapphire Crystal with AR-Coated Cyclops
• Case Material: Stainless Steel
• Bracelet: Oyster Bracelet
• Dial: Matte Black Dial
• Bezel: Fixed Brushed Stainless Steel 24-Hour Bezel
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT
• Clasp: Oysterlock Folding Clasp with Easylink Extension
The QF Explorer II Black Dial is an exceptional choice for collectors seeking a rugged luxury GMT watch with premium finishing and dependable mechanical performance. The combination of the matte black dial, fixed 24-hour bezel, stainless steel construction, Oyster bracelet, 42mm case, and SH3285 Super Clone GMT Movement creates one of the most capable and wearable tool watches available today.
