Rolex Explorer 14270 "Blackout Dial" Silver Print 21-16 with Morellis finishing on the

with Morellis finishing on the centre links

The silver soleil-finished pie pan dial is also in remarkable shape

- Tropical "nipple" dial turned to a honey color

which highlight that the applied hour markers are 18kt gold

- Original papers

Rolex Explorer 14270 "Blackout Dial" Silver Print 21-16 with Morellis finishing on theThe Rolex Explorer 14270 occupies a unique position in horological history. Caught in a sort of wristwatch purgatorynot old enough to be considered vintage and not new enough to be trendyit is an underappreciated timepiece in collecting circles, yet it boasts a dedicated cult following among enthusiasts. The 14270 was introduced at the Basel Watch Fair in 1989, placing Rolex at the intersection of sport and luxury. The classic iteration of the tool