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Rolex Explorer 124273-0001

Ref. 124273-0001 · Black dial · In production

  • Case36 mm
  • Water res.100 m
  • MovementAutomatic
  • CrystalSapphire
New (US list price)$14,600Source: rolex.com, checked 3 Nov 2026Search Amazon →Paid link · disclosure
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Rolex Explorer 124273-0001 size, specs and price at a glance

The Rolex Explorer 124273-0001 is 36 mm wide. Rolex does not publish its lug-to-lug length. and ships on a bracelet. Inside is the 3230 automatic calibre, water resistant to 100 m. US list price: $14,600 when we last checked rolex.com (3 Nov 2026).

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Overview

The Rolex 124273-0001 is a sports watch from the Explorer collection. It has a 36 mm steel and gold case. Rolex lists the dial as black. Inside is an automatic movement (calibre 3230) with 70 h of power reserve. You also get 100 m water resistance, a sapphire crystal and a bracelet.

Who it suits

  • Wrists of roughly 14.3–16.2 cm (5.6–6.4 in), by our Watch Finder sizing guide
  • Everyday wear including swimming

Strengths

  • Sapphire crystal resists scratches
  • Screw-down crown helps keep water out
  • 70 h power reserve survives a weekend off the wrist
  • Rated accuracy: -2/+2 sec/day, after casing

Written by Watch.co from the published specs below. These are not owner reviews.

Full specifications

Case

Case diameter36 mmrolex.com · 3 Nov 2026
Lug-to-lugNot published by Rolex
Case materialSteel and goldrolex.com · 3 Nov 2026
CrystalSapphirerolex.com · 3 Nov 2026
Water resistance100 mrolex.com · 3 Nov 2026
Screw-down crownYesrolex.com · 3 Nov 2026

Dial

Dial colourBlackrolex.com · 3 Nov 2026

Movement

Movement typeAutomaticrolex.com · 3 Nov 2026
Calibre3230rolex.com · 3 Nov 2026
Power reserve70 hrolex.com · 3 Nov 2026
Rated accuracy-2/+2 sec/day, after casingrolex.com · 3 Nov 2026
CertificationCOSC chronometer (Rolex Superlative Chronometer)rolex.com · 3 Nov 2026

Strap / Bracelet

Bracelet / strapBraceletrolex.com · 3 Nov 2026

Other

US list price (MSRP)$14,600rolex.com · 3 Nov 2026
Production statusIn productionrolex.com · 3 Nov 2026
Style (our classification)Sportsour classification

Specs are summarised in our own words from the brand's product page. Each row links its source and the date we checked it. Fields we haven't verified are left out rather than guessed.

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Questions about the Rolex Explorer 124273-0001

How big is the Rolex Explorer 124273-0001?

The case is 36 mm wide.

What movement does the Rolex Explorer 124273-0001 use?

It uses the 3230 calibre, a automatic movement with 70 h of power reserve.

Can I swim with the Rolex Explorer 124273-0001?

Yes. It is rated to 100 m.

How much is the Rolex Explorer 124273-0001?

The US list price was $14,600 on rolex.com when we checked on 3 Nov 2026. Prices change, so check before you buy.

Will the Rolex Explorer 124273-0001 fit my wrist?

By our sizing guide it sits best on wrists of about 14.3–16.2 cm (5.6–6.4 in). Use the fit checker on this page to test your own wrist.

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