Hello!

Kaneko from Commit Ginza will introduce you to some recommended watches!
Today we have a rare early model of the 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 (527: Bahrain / March 1992 stamp)
SOLD OUT!!

"Ref. 14270" manufactured from E to P (around 1991 to 2000)
This time we have the early model "Blackout" manufactured around 1991.

This is an extremely rare model that was only available in the early production run of the all-tritium, single-buckle "Ref. 14270."

*The image is for reference only.

"Blackout"

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

There are two types of crown logo and dial notation: silver letters and white letters.
This time we are introducing the particularly popular silver letter dial.

The blackout Ref. 14270 was in stock regularly a while ago,
Recently, the amount of stock has been decreasing dramatically.

In particular, it seems that silver letters are becoming less common.

This is a comparison photo with the S-number Ref. 14270 (left).

Compared to the S model,
Can you see the differences in the index specifications and letter colors?

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

This time we have thickly painted silver letters in stock!
I'm sure people have different tastes, but thickly painted letters are impressive and cool.

It seems that thickly applied paint is less common.

*The image is for reference only.

There are so many different silver letter fonts, it's fun!!
As the paint gets thicker from the top, the length of the crown mark's hand also changes.

The luminous material is all tritium!!
The luminous hands are in good condition with no cracks to be found!

The dial is in excellent condition and is in excellent condition!

The condition is good, there are some small scratches on the case and bracelet,
Overall it is kept in good condition.

The middle case maintains its plump thickness,
There is no noticeable thinning of the case.

The edge lines of the lug feet are also clearly defined, making this a very impressive case!

The buckle clasp cord is "P4" and is perfectly matched to the era!

The single bracelet is slightly wrinkled but still sturdy!

This product comes with a wide range of accessories and is highly recommended!

Box, warranty card, international service warranty card (April 2022/March 2016), repair details,
Serial tag, chronometer tag, EX booklet (92), Oyster booklet (90),
We also have a calendar (91-92) and a pass case!

The fact that it comes with the warranty and serial tag is a big plus.

Wrist shot!!
Enjoy the beautiful blacked-out thick silver letters!!

Explorer Semi-Vintage Early Model "Blackout/Silver Letter"
The dial, case, and bracelet are in excellent condition, and the parts are perfectly matched, making this a highly recommended and rare specimen!
It seems that blackouts that meet all of these conditions are clearly less common than they were a while ago.

This is a must-have model right now, so be sure to check it out!

Customers looking for 14270/Silver Letter Blackout,
Thank you for your consideration.

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