This pre-owned Rolex Explorer 214270 comes with its original Rolex box, Rolex papers and Rolex Tags. This is the model reference that saw a case-size jump from 36mm to 39mm. The 39mm stainless steel case houses a fully functioning automatic caliber 3132 movement. The polished bezel surrounds a black dial that’s in excellent condition, along with the Sapphire Crystal glass. The dial showcases white batons and Arabic numerals. The Rolex connects to a Rolex Oyster Steel bracelet which is also in an excellent condition.
Model History:
This Rolex Explorer aesthetically mirrors the Explorer designs of the 80’s onwards. However, Rolex first launched the iconic Explorer collection in 1953. The concept was exploration, obviously, with the range first created for high altitude climbing and pre-Explorer watches were worn by Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary as they climbed Everest in 1953. These two Rolex watches were not stamped Explorer, but they are still considered by many to be the first of the range due to their direct inspiration to the design and launch that swiftly followed their feat.
Condition Report:
Overall excellent condition.
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