Explorer 36 114270 - Black Dial - Watch Only (2004)

Rolex Explorer 114270 - Black Dial - Watch Only (2004)

A late F-serial example of the 36mm Rolex Explorer, the model that defined the modern Explorer formula before the 39mm shift in 2010. Its glossy black 3-6-9 dial, polished smooth bezel, and Oyster bracelet form one of the most balanced and wearable sports Rolex configurations ever produced.

Details:

• Reference: 114270
• Year: ca 2004
• Case Size: 36mm, stainless steel (904L Oystersteel)
• Bezel: Smooth polished steel
• Dial: Glossy black with applied 3, 6, and 9 Arabic numerals, baton hour markers and Super-LumiNova plots
• Movement: Rolex Caliber 3130, automatic, COSC-certified, 48-hour power reserve, 28,800 vph, 31 jewels
• Bracelet: Oyster reference 78360 in stainless steel, hollow center links with solid end links, folding Oysterclasp
• Water Resistance: 100 meters

Set Includes:

• Watch only

Condition:

• Honest used condition consistent with regular wear
• Case shows visible scratches and small marks across the lugs and case flanks
• Bracelet displays signs of wear and light stretch consistent with age
• Smooth bezel and crystal present in good usable condition with surface scratches
• Dial is clean and original with no patina or damage to the printing
• Mercedes hands and lume plots intact, running on the original Caliber 3130

A late F-serial 114270 sits at the sweet spot of the modern Explorer line - the Super-LumiNova dial and solid-end-link Oyster bracelet of the modern era, with the classic 36mm proportions and warm Mercedes-handed dial that collectors continue to seek out.