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VisibleSpecter · 4 March 2015, 02:44 AM

Hi all,

I recently developed an itch to buy an Omega AT, but a few members and some fantastic photos reminded me of my old flame - the Explorer. So I did some digging and found out that an AD I've purchased from before has a pre-owned 114270. It's a Y serial, so they place it circa 2002. I was able to check the watch out in person, and it appears to be in fantastic shape. Better yet, before placing it up for sale the AD sent it back to Rolex for a service. On top of that, the price seems good based on comparable posts on the sales corners of various forums. So, do I take the plunge? Does it sound perfect? I worry that if I don't pick it up sooner, it's just going to get harder and harder to find, and more expensive too.

I'm also curious if there were any changes to the 114270 over the course of it's manufacturing (2001-2009 as far as I can tell). The only one I know about is the addition of the rehaut at some point. Has the movement (3130) remained identical? Any other changes?

I'll end this post with a photo I snapped before placing it on layaway. Thanks for looking, everyone.

watchwatcher · 4 March 2015, 03:52 AM

That's a real beauty...sounds like a good match if you want it.

I wouldn't worry about any 'upgrades' you would be missing out on...the only significant thing I can think of that happened to the EXP was the change of size to the case size of 39mm...so unless you would rather have the larger size, then it sounds like you are all set.

omx5o · 4 March 2015, 05:05 AM

I traded in an AT for a 114270. The Exp 1 is the way to go.

VisibleSpecter · 6 March 2015, 05:28 AM

Thanks for the feedback, guys. I definitely feel myself gravitation toward jumping on it. The 36mm size works well for me, as I am fairly slim and have a small wrist. I think it's the perfect balance of sporty and classy. Here's another shot...

VisibleSpecter · 6 March 2015, 05:29 AM

Lume is looking great, too...

Bond's First Watch · 6 March 2015, 05:32 AM

I love mine. It flies under most people's radar, which I like.

Matt748 · 6 March 2015, 05:56 AM

If I go for a Rolex again it will be an Explorer 1.

Davey11 · 6 March 2015, 09:28 AM

You will not regret. The 36mm explorers are classic and elegant, with robustness to boot.

sea-dweller · 6 March 2015, 10:22 AM

I bought my Y series Explorer 1 in 2004 and love it. Came back last year from RSC from it's second service.

c41006 · 6 March 2015, 10:34 AM

The Exp 1 is a great watch. Sounds like you found a keeper.

Friar · 6 March 2015, 10:42 AM

My 214270 (39mm) version has a 3132 movement which has the parachrom hairspring and paraflex shock absorbers. The hairspring is said to be anti magnetic and the shock absorbers are supposed to provide additional protection. How much difference there truly is and how much is marketing, I have no idea. My wrist is barely 7" and I can get away with wearing a 42mm watch but frankly, the 39mm Explorer feels a lot more comfortable. The Explorer also looks great on other bands but the ss bracelet with the Easylink is superb. If for no other reason, I'd consider the newer Explorer for the bracelet.

brandrea · 6 March 2015, 10:44 AM

Bravo, great choice imo

G-Web · 6 March 2015, 11:40 AM

Congrats on what sounds like a great find. I've owned a lot of Rolex sport models, and I love them all. But the 36mm Explorer 1 is one I keep coming back to for its unbeatable simplicity, comfort and versatility.

And to answer your question, other than the engraved rehaut, I'm not aware of any changes within the reference.

Cheers,
-GW

tkerrmd · 6 March 2015, 11:42 AM

That's a great watch Kevin!

Klenow · 6 March 2015, 12:37 PM

There isn't much difference between the two movements. I read on another thread that when you send the 3130 in for service they use the new 3132 parts. I would go with whichever you like more.

T01 · 6 March 2015, 01:05 PM

Awesome watch!

mps354 · 6 March 2015, 01:22 PM

My favorite (relatively) modern rolex

DKS2375 · 6 March 2015, 02:12 PM

You will definitely enjoy it!

sandysandy8888 · 6 March 2015, 02:30 PM

Good choice!

shemp55 · 6 March 2015, 05:41 PM

Can't go wrong with Explorer 1

bde · 8 March 2015, 02:00 AM

Go for it.

Blingtone · 9 March 2015, 11:49 PM

Looks great on leather as well.....

ragingcao · 10 March 2015, 12:21 AM

Think you found your calling. Recently added to my collection and couldn't be happier.

SemperFi · 10 March 2015, 12:32 AM

Great choice Kevin. That'll be my first Rolex.

kaiserphoenix · 10 March 2015, 12:47 AM

my first Rolex funnily enough was also a Y serial explorer I that I have had since 2003 and will never ever sell despite other superior watches in my collection. It was a gift from my parents and one I will never let go. And ofcourse was a 1st Rolex.

4 March 2015, 02:44 AM	#1
VisibleSpecter "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Kevin Location: PA, USA Watch: Explorer & JLC MC Posts: 77	Explorer in the Cards Hi all, I recently developed an itch to buy an Omega AT, but a few members and some fantastic photos reminded me of my old flame - the Explorer. So I did some digging and found out that an AD I've purchased from before has a pre-owned 114270. It's a Y serial, so they place it circa 2002. I was able to check the watch out in person, and it appears to be in fantastic shape. Better yet, before placing it up for sale the AD sent it back to Rolex for a service. On top of that, the price seems good based on comparable posts on the sales corners of various forums. So, do I take the plunge? Does it sound perfect? I worry that if I don't pick it up sooner, it's just going to get harder and harder to find, and more expensive too. I'm also curious if there were any changes to the 114270 over the course of it's manufacturing (2001-2009 as far as I can tell). The only one I know about is the addition of the rehaut at some point. Has the movement (3130) remained identical? Any other changes? I'll end this post with a photo I snapped before placing it on layaway. Thanks for looking, everyone. Attached Images

6 March 2015, 10:22 AM	#9
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I bought my Y series Explorer 1 in 2004 and love it. Came back last year from RSC from it's second service. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

6 March 2015, 02:12 PM	#18
DKS2375 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Ken Location: New Mexico Watch: GMT & DJ Posts: 416	You will definitely enjoy it! Attached Images

6 March 2015, 05:41 PM	#20
shemp55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Texas USA Posts: 5	Can't go wrong with Explorer 1 Attached Images

9 March 2015, 11:49 PM	#22
Blingtone "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: Loughton UK Watch: 16610LV no Rehault Posts: 369	My Explorer 114270 Looks great on leather as well..... Attached Images

4 March 2015, 03:52 AM	#2
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	That's a real beauty...sounds like a good match if you want it. I wouldn't worry about any 'upgrades' you would be missing out on...the only significant thing I can think of that happened to the EXP was the change of size to the case size of 39mm...so unless you would rather have the larger size, then it sounds like you are all set.

4 March 2015, 05:05 AM	#3
omx5o "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Richard Location: UK Watch: Tudor Ranger Posts: 1,613	I traded in an AT for a 114270. The Exp 1 is the way to go.

6 March 2015, 05:28 AM	#4
VisibleSpecter "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Kevin Location: PA, USA Watch: Explorer & JLC MC Posts: 77	Thanks for the feedback, guys. I definitely feel myself gravitation toward jumping on it. The 36mm size works well for me, as I am fairly slim and have a small wrist. I think it's the perfect balance of sporty and classy. Here's another shot...

6 March 2015, 05:29 AM	#5
VisibleSpecter "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Kevin Location: PA, USA Watch: Explorer & JLC MC Posts: 77	Lume is looking great, too...

6 March 2015, 05:32 AM	#6
Bond's First Watch Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Idaho Falls, ID Watch: Only the 114060 Posts: 380	I love mine. It flies under most people's radar, which I like.

6 March 2015, 05:56 AM	#7
Matt748 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: London - UK Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,249	If I go for a Rolex again it will be an Explorer 1.

6 March 2015, 09:28 AM	#8
Davey11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Davey Location: Australia Watch: 1st or 2nd Posts: 89	You will not regret. The 36mm explorers are classic and elegant, with robustness to boot.

6 March 2015, 10:34 AM	#10
c41006 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Joshua Location: Atlanta Watch: Pelagos Posts: 7,933	The Exp 1 is a great watch. Sounds like you found a keeper.

6 March 2015, 10:42 AM	#11
Friar "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Gary Location: Oregon Watch: 214270 216570 Posts: 707	My 214270 (39mm) version has a 3132 movement which has the parachrom hairspring and paraflex shock absorbers. The hairspring is said to be anti magnetic and the shock absorbers are supposed to provide additional protection. How much difference there truly is and how much is marketing, I have no idea. My wrist is barely 7" and I can get away with wearing a 42mm watch but frankly, the 39mm Explorer feels a lot more comfortable. The Explorer also looks great on other bands but the ss bracelet with the Easylink is superb. If for no other reason, I'd consider the newer Explorer for the bracelet.

6 March 2015, 10:44 AM	#12
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,121	Bravo, great choice imo

6 March 2015, 11:40 AM	#13
G-Web 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Grant Location: NZ Watch: Moon Posts: 1,719	Congrats on what sounds like a great find. I've owned a lot of Rolex sport models, and I love them all. But the 36mm Explorer 1 is one I keep coming back to for its unbeatable simplicity, comfort and versatility. And to answer your question, other than the engraved rehaut, I'm not aware of any changes within the reference. Cheers, -GW

6 March 2015, 11:42 AM	#14
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	That's a great watch Kevin!

6 March 2015, 12:37 PM	#15
Klenow "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: California Posts: 13	There isn't much difference between the two movements. I read on another thread that when you send the 3130 in for service they use the new 3132 parts. I would go with whichever you like more.

6 March 2015, 01:05 PM	#16
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,490	Awesome watch!

6 March 2015, 01:22 PM	#17
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,099	My favorite (relatively) modern rolex

6 March 2015, 02:30 PM	#19
sandysandy8888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Panerai Posts: 360	Good choice!

8 March 2015, 02:00 AM	#21
bde "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Brad Location: Indiana Watch: -aholics anonymous Posts: 1,589	Go for it.

10 March 2015, 12:21 AM	#23
ragingcao "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Tokyo Watch: cha talking about? Posts: 2,919	Think you found your calling. Recently added to my collection and couldn't be happier. Attached Images

10 March 2015, 12:32 AM	#24
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Great choice Kevin. That'll be my first Rolex.

10 March 2015, 12:47 AM	#25
kaiserphoenix "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: London/Tokyo Watch: FPJ CO BL Posts: 1,709	my first Rolex funnily enough was also a Y serial explorer I that I have had since 2003 and will never ever sell despite other superior watches in my collection. It was a gift from my parents and one I will never let go. And ofcourse was a 1st Rolex. __________________ F.P.Journe Chronometre Optimum Black Label, Patek 5811G-001, Patek 5968A-001, Patek 5167A-001 IG: tokyo_watch_guy

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