Watch Info
Manufacturer: Rolex
Model: Explorer
Condition: Excellent (Pre-Owned)
Reference: 124270
Year: 2022
Box: Yes
Papers: Yes
Accessories: Complete Set. Includes Rolex inner and outer boxes, 2022 Warranty Card, manuals, green chronometer hangtag, and white serial hangtag.
Notes: The 124270 is the current-generation Explorer — introduced in 2021 as the successor to the beloved 214270, bringing the reference back to its original 36mm case size after a decade at 39mm. The return to 36mm was met with immediate collector enthusiasm, reconnecting the Explorer to its historical roots and producing a watch that wears with an elegance and wrist presence that the larger case could not fully replicate. The 124270 houses the in-house Calibre 3230 with Chronergy escapement and 70-hour power reserve — a meaningful movement upgrade over its predecessor — while retaining the Explorer's defining aesthetic: black dial, applied white gold Mercedes indices and hour markers at 3, 6, and 9, and the clean, purposeful Oyster case that has defined the reference since 1953. This 2022 example is in excellent, unpolished condition — retaining its full original factory case finishing throughout.
Condition Assessment
Overall Condition: Pre-Owned - Excellent. This 2022 example has been carefully worn and presents in excellent cosmetic condition throughout. The case retains its full original unpolished factory finishing — a meaningful distinction for serious Explorer collectors. Note: A light professional polish would return this watch to a factory-fresh condition.
Dial, Hands, & Crystal: The black dial is pristine — the applied white gold hour markers and Mercedes hands are in perfect condition. The Chromalight lume fill is in excellent condition. The sapphire crystal is mint and free of any chips or scratches.
Case & Bezel: The 36mm Oystersteel case is sharp with well-defined lug profiles, retaining its full original unpolished factory finishing throughout. The smooth polished bezel is in excellent condition. The case flanks show light, honest surface marks consistent with careful use — a light professional polish would return these to factory condition.
Bracelet & Clasp: The Oyster bracelet is tight with no stretch. The polished center links show typical light surface hairlines consistent with careful use. The Oysterlock safety clasp with Easylink 5mm extension functions perfectly.
Technical Specifications
Reference: 124270-0001
Case Size: 36mm
Case Material: Oystersteel (904L)
Dial: Black with Applied White Gold Indices
Movement: Calibre 3230 (Manufacture Rolex, Automatic)
Power Reserve: Approximately 70 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Notable Details: Return to original 36mm case size, Chronergy escapement, Parachrom hairspring, unpolished original case finishing, and balance of 5-year Rolex international warranty through 2027.
Why the 124270 is the Explorer Collector's Reference
The Explorer's return to 36mm with the 124270 was one of the most celebrated Rolex announcements of the modern era — a correction that the collector community had long advocated for and that Rolex delivered with the full benefit of the current-generation movement platform. At 36mm, the Explorer wears with the purposeful, understated elegance that defined the original 1953 reference — a case size that is simultaneously more historically correct and more broadly wearable than its 39mm predecessor.
The Calibre 3230 elevates the proposition further, bringing the Chronergy escapement's improved efficiency and 70-hour power reserve to a reference that previously ran on the older 3132. An unpolished 2022 complete set example with both hang tags represents a genuinely strong provenance package — original case finishing intact, full documentation present, and a condition level that will respond beautifully to a light professional polish for any buyer who prefers a factory-fresh presentation. For the collector who wants the current-generation Explorer in its most honest and original condition, this is a compelling example.
Why Buy From Us
We guarantee authenticity on every watch we sell, using detailed photographs to ensure when you receive your watch, there are no surprises!
Authentication Guaranteed: Every watch undergoes rigorous verification—serial number cross-check, movement analysis, and full condition report.
Transparent Condition Reporting: We document every detail—both strengths and minor imperfections—so you know exactly what you're purchasing.
Secure Shipping: Your watch ships via fully insured, tracked service (e.g., FedEx Overnight) with signature required.
Post-Sale Support: We are available for servicing and maintenance, and are also happy to make suggestions for accessories (straps, winders, storage, etc…)
Watch Info
Manufacturer: Rolex
Model: Explorer
Condition: Excellent (Pre-Owned)
Reference: 124270
Year: 2022
Box: Yes
Papers: Yes
Accessories: Complete Set. Includes Rolex inner and outer boxes, 2022 Warranty Card, manuals, green chronometer hangtag, and white serial hangtag.
Notes: The 124270 is the current-generation Explorer — introduced in 2021 as the successor to the beloved 214270, bringing the reference back to its original 36mm case size after a decade at 39mm. The return to 36mm was met with immediate collector enthusiasm, reconnecting the Explorer to its historical roots and producing a watch that wears with an elegance and wrist presence that the larger case could not fully replicate. The 124270 houses the in-house Calibre 3230 with Chronergy escapement and 70-hour power reserve — a meaningful movement upgrade over its predecessor — while retaining the Explorer's defining aesthetic: black dial, applied white gold Mercedes indices and hour markers at 3, 6, and 9, and the clean, purposeful Oyster case that has defined the reference since 1953. This 2022 example is in excellent, unpolished condition — retaining its full original factory case finishing throughout.
Condition Assessment
Overall Condition: Pre-Owned - Excellent. This 2022 example has been carefully worn and presents in excellent cosmetic condition throughout. The case retains its full original unpolished factory finishing — a meaningful distinction for serious Explorer collectors. Note: A light professional polish would return this watch to a factory-fresh condition.
Dial, Hands, & Crystal: The black dial is pristine — the applied white gold hour markers and Mercedes hands are in perfect condition. The Chromalight lume fill is in excellent condition. The sapphire crystal is mint and free of any chips or scratches.
Case & Bezel: The 36mm Oystersteel case is sharp with well-defined lug profiles, retaining its full original unpolished factory finishing throughout. The smooth polished bezel is in excellent condition. The case flanks show light, honest surface marks consistent with careful use — a light professional polish would return these to factory condition.
Bracelet & Clasp: The Oyster bracelet is tight with no stretch. The polished center links show typical light surface hairlines consistent with careful use. The Oysterlock safety clasp with Easylink 5mm extension functions perfectly.
Technical Specifications
Reference: 124270-0001
Case Size: 36mm
Case Material: Oystersteel (904L)
Dial: Black with Applied White Gold Indices
Movement: Calibre 3230 (Manufacture Rolex, Automatic)
Power Reserve: Approximately 70 Hours
Water Resistance: 100m
Notable Details: Return to original 36mm case size, Chronergy escapement, Parachrom hairspring, unpolished original case finishing, and balance of 5-year Rolex international warranty through 2027.
Why the 124270 is the Explorer Collector's Reference
The Explorer's return to 36mm with the 124270 was one of the most celebrated Rolex announcements of the modern era — a correction that the collector community had long advocated for and that Rolex delivered with the full benefit of the current-generation movement platform. At 36mm, the Explorer wears with the purposeful, understated elegance that defined the original 1953 reference — a case size that is simultaneously more historically correct and more broadly wearable than its 39mm predecessor.
The Calibre 3230 elevates the proposition further, bringing the Chronergy escapement's improved efficiency and 70-hour power reserve to a reference that previously ran on the older 3132. An unpolished 2022 complete set example with both hang tags represents a genuinely strong provenance package — original case finishing intact, full documentation present, and a condition level that will respond beautifully to a light professional polish for any buyer who prefers a factory-fresh presentation. For the collector who wants the current-generation Explorer in its most honest and original condition, this is a compelling example.
Why Buy From Us
We guarantee authenticity on every watch we sell, using detailed photographs to ensure when you receive your watch, there are no surprises!
Authentication Guaranteed: Every watch undergoes rigorous verification—serial number cross-check, movement analysis, and full condition report.
Transparent Condition Reporting: We document every detail—both strengths and minor imperfections—so you know exactly what you're purchasing.
Secure Shipping: Your watch ships via fully insured, tracked service (e.g., FedEx Overnight) with signature required.
Post-Sale Support: We are available for servicing and maintenance, and are also happy to make suggestions for accessories (straps, winders, storage, etc…)
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