Rolex 214270 Explorer I SS Black Dial

The Rolex 214270 Explorer I stands as a modern evolution of an iconic adventurer’s timepiece, first introduced in 2010. Encased in brushed stainless steel, this 39mm Explorer refines the legendary tool watch with updated proportions, offering robustness and superb wrist presence. Its hallmark black dial features luminescent Chromalight and bold Arabic numerals at the 3, 6, and 9 positions—a direct tribute to the original Explorers that charted remote terrains and summits. The automatic Rolex Caliber 3132, with Paraflex shock absorbers and a blue Parachrom hairspring, ensures elevated durability and precise timekeeping under adverse conditions, maintaining the legacy of the Explorer as a go-anywhere instrument. With 100 meters of water resistance as part of Rolex’s Oyster case design, it offers versatility well-suited to both urban and rugged environments. Collectors value this reference for its clean dial geometry and balanced up-sizing, bridging classic restraint and modern wearability. The 214270 is also notable for transitioning the Explorer line between its historic 36mm roots and today’s evolving case sizes, making it an essential landmark within the Explorer lineage. It is a distinctive choice among enthusiasts for its pure, time-only functionality and uncluttered, purpose-driven design. While not a limited edition, its production run from 2010 to 2021 ensures its status as a modern classic among Rolex’s professional series. Like New with Rolex box and papers dated 2012.