Brand:
Rolex
Model:
Explorer
Year:
2000
Reference:
14270
Original Box:
Included
Original Papers:
Included
Warranty:
12 months
Overall Condition:
Very Good
Wear level Case:
Barely visible
Wear level Caseback:
Barely visible
Wear level Dial:
None
Wear level Crystal:
None
Wear level Bezel:
Barely visible
Wear level Bracelet Clasp:
Barely visible
Movement Type:
Automatic
Caliber:
3000
Power Reserve:
42 hours
Case Material:
Steel
Case Diameter:
36 mm
Case Thickness:
11.0 mm
Bezel Material:
Steel
Crystal:
Sapphire crystal
Dial Color:
Black
Bracelet Material:
Steel
Bracelet Color:
Steel
Clasp Type:
Fold clasp
Clasp Material:
Steel
The Rolex Explorer ref. 14270 was introduced in 1989 as the successor to the long-running ref. 1016, bringing the model into the modern era with a sapphire crystal, applied white-gold indexes and the in-house automatic calibre 3000. Produced until 2001, the reference went through several dial generations, and this 2000 example carries the late "Swiss Made" dial with Super-LumiNova lume, the final and most refined execution before the 14270 was replaced by the 114270.
The 36 mm stainless-steel Oyster case, glossy black dial and Explorer's signature 3-6-9 configuration give the watch a clean, versatile character that suits both everyday wear and more considered use. Powered by the COSC-certified calibre 3000, it offers dependable chronometer-rated timekeeping in a compact, no-nonsense package. This example is accompanied by its original box and original papers, a combination that adds meaningful provenance and strengthens its appeal on the collector market. Combined with its late Super-LumiNova dial and complete documentation, this 14270 represents one of the most desirable configurations of the reference.