Rolex Explorer I REF. 114270 BOX AND PAPERS Y-serial 2001-2002

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ROLEX EXPLORER I REF. 114270 BOX AND PAPERS Y-serial 2001-2002

An adventure watch since 1953. The Explorer is an icon not just known for ascending Mount Everest but the 3-6-9 configuration is also clean classic.

This is the one— as there is a strong argument for this Explorer 114270 to be the peak variant in the evolution of this design: original 36mm case and dial proportions, superluminova dial, 28,800vph frequency calibre 3130 movement and solid end link bracelet with minimal taper for a larger presence. The new model is basically a jewelry version of this tool watch and they should have always kept it this size and the original 1016 is quite pricey for a good example.

The green caseback sticker is still intact, and yes, box and punched papers. Overall light wear on case, bezel and bracelet but looks relatively unpolished (the original caseback sticker is intact and is usually a sign that indicates no polish as well). While no service history, this one is healthy on timegrapher and running per Rolex factory specifications

Videos and timegrapher: 

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mEGeHIoyy3PBK5LSp8nKRU5BHF23UCTn?usp=sharing

Specifications: 36mm steel case X 20 lug width X 44h lug to lug


Box and papers: yes, bracelet appears fully linked

  • video is the best way to view the watch if in-person test drive is not available. Due to the different characteristics of the cameras and gadgets used, the color of the watch you purchase may not be the same as shown on this website or on our Instagram.

    • will consider trades that make sense but please consider time, shipping, and trade value—not market.

    • local special: can possibly accommodate at ButterScotch in Downtown Long Beach or another local establishment by appointment. All sales are final unless the watch is misrepresented or lost in transit (always fully insured). Lbwc does not offer warranty but some watches come with factory cards;- with transferable warranty. Purchases may take 1-2 business days to process and ship.

Email or IG message to negotiate a zelle wire or venmo offer

ROLEX EXPLORER I REF. 114270 BOX AND PAPERS Y-serial 2001-2002

An adventure watch since 1953. The Explorer is an icon not just known for ascending Mount Everest but the 3-6-9 configuration is also clean classic.

This is the one— as there is a strong argument for this Explorer 114270 to be the peak variant in the evolution of this design: original 36mm case and dial proportions, superluminova dial, 28,800vph frequency calibre 3130 movement and solid end link bracelet with minimal taper for a larger presence. The new model is basically a jewelry version of this tool watch and they should have always kept it this size and the original 1016 is quite pricey for a good example.

The green caseback sticker is still intact, and yes, box and punched papers. Overall light wear on case, bezel and bracelet but looks relatively unpolished (the original caseback sticker is intact and is usually a sign that indicates no polish as well). While no service history, this one is healthy on timegrapher and running per Rolex factory specifications

Videos and timegrapher: 

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mEGeHIoyy3PBK5LSp8nKRU5BHF23UCTn?usp=sharing

Specifications: 36mm steel case X 20 lug width X 44h lug to lug


Box and papers: yes, bracelet appears fully linked

  • video is the best way to view the watch if in-person test drive is not available. Due to the different characteristics of the cameras and gadgets used, the color of the watch you purchase may not be the same as shown on this website or on our Instagram.

    • will consider trades that make sense but please consider time, shipping, and trade value—not market.

    • local special: can possibly accommodate at ButterScotch in Downtown Long Beach or another local establishment by appointment. All sales are final unless the watch is misrepresented or lost in transit (always fully insured). Lbwc does not offer warranty but some watches come with factory cards;- with transferable warranty. Purchases may take 1-2 business days to process and ship.