Rolex Explorer I Watch, Reference 14270, Steel, Black Dial, 1997, Box and Service Card
Rolex Explorer I Watch, Reference 14270, Steel, Black Dial, 1997, Box and Service Card
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A Rolex Explorer I, reference 14270, in steel with a black dial and Arabic numerals at three, six and nine, made in 1997 and shown with its green box, outer box and service card.
The Piece
Rolex was founded in London in 1905 and moved to Geneva in 1919, and the Explorer, introduced in 1953 after the ascent of Everest, remains the house's plainest expedition watch.
The reference 14270 keeps the Explorer's black dial with Arabic numerals at three, six and nine, batons between them and a triangle at twelve, all under a sapphire crystal. The case and Oyster bracelet are steel, the crown screws down, and the clasp folds closed with the crown stamped on its flap.
The case is 36 mm (1.42 in) across, with the automatic calibre 3000 and water resistance to 100 m (330 ft). The serial letter U places it in 1997. It was overhauled in Japan before sale and is shown with its green box, outer box and service card.
Details
- Maker: Rolex
- Model: Explorer I, reference 14270
- Material: Stainless steel case and Oyster bracelet; black dial with luminous markers; sapphire crystal
- Movement: Automatic, calibre 3000
- Measurements: Case 36 mm (1.42 in) across
- Water resistance: 100 m (330 ft)
- Colour: Steel; black dial
- Fastening: Steel folding clasp
- Included: Rolex green box and outer box; service card; production dated 1997 by serial letter U
Condition
- Grade AB in Japan: good, with light signs of wear.
Condition grade AB (light signs of use) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
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Case and caseback engravings, dial printing, movement, crown and bracelet are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Keep it away from magnets and damp, and have it serviced by a qualified watchmaker before regular wear.
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