Hello!
Kaneko from Commit Ginza will introduce some recommended watches!
Today we have a rare early model 5-digit Explorer.

Rolex Explorer I Blackout All Tritium
Ref.14270 Serial.E8 (manufactured around 1991)
Cal.3000 78360/FF558B Clasp Code P4
Accessories: Box, warranty card (400: Hong Kong/stamped June 1991)
SOLD OUT!!

"Ref. 14270" manufactured from E to P (around 1991 to 2000)

The latest arrival is the early model "Blackout" manufactured around 1991.
Among the all-tritium, single-buckle "Ref. 14270"
This is a rare model that was only available in very limited quantities in the early production runs.

"Blackout"

It has been confirmed in the early batches "E" and "X" of "Ref.14270".
A dial with black lines (left) on the 3, 6, and 9 indexes instead of white.

The crown logo and dial markings
There are two types, silver letter and white letter,
This time we are introducing a silver letter dial.

It's been a while since we've had the blackout Ref.14270 in stock,

This model,

It's still cool.

This is a comparison photo with the W number of Ref. 14270 (right).
Compared to the model on the right, the index specifications and letter colors are different.
Do you understand?

Silver Letters x Blackout
It is a Ref.14270, but it feels like a completely different watch.
The atmosphere changes.

In addition to the crown mark and logo,
All models, from the Minute Line to the T-SWISS-T<25, have silver letters.
Incidentally, the second hand on this watch has the popular dot tip!!

The dial is in very good condition with no noticeable deterioration.

The hands also show very slight deterioration, visible only through a magnifying glass, but are in good condition.

The condition is good, there are some scratches on the case and bracelet,
There are no noticeable scratches on the whole and it is a very impressive piece.

The middle case is in good condition with no excessive finishing!

The edge lines are well defined and the hairline is in good condition!!

The buckle clasp code is "P4" and the era matches perfectly!

The single bracelet is in rare condition with no visible creasing.

Accessories include a box (added later), warranty card, booklet (added later), calendar (91-92), and extra frames (full frames)!
The best part is that it comes with a warranty!!

Wrist shot!!

The blacked-out silver letters look really cool no matter how many times you look at them!!
A great piece from the early 90's!!

The extremely rare 5-digit Explorer early model "Blackout"

Overall condition is good, the second hand has a dot at the tip, and the parts are in good condition.
This is a recommended specimen!!
Products with a warranty that meets these conditions are
It's hard to get it in stock at our store!!
This model will definitely become less available in the future,
This is definitely a model worth having now.
If you are looking for a blackout silver lettering, please consider this product.

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