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11 August 2010, 11:55 AM | #1 |
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What Rolex just for the water?
I want to get a newer Rolex for just to take when Im going swimming. But I dont wanna spend another 4-5k. So what Rolex would you guys recommend in the 2-3k range. I was thinking maybe a no-date sub or an explorer I? Let me know what you guys think.
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11 August 2010, 12:02 PM | #2 |
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Any oyster can handle water without a problem. Pick what you like.
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11 August 2010, 12:06 PM | #3 |
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A DateJust or maybe a preloved EXP II?
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11 August 2010, 12:34 PM | #5 |
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I've seen 16570s sell below 3K. Best values around IMHO.
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11 August 2010, 12:38 PM | #6 |
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You can get an preowned Explorer I in that range I don't know about a Sub maybe more like 3.5 - 4k.
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Your 16800 is made for that swimming excursion.....
As long as the seals are good,why not!?!?!
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11 August 2010, 12:42 PM | #9 |
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I know, i thought you guys were gonna hate me for making this post after seeing i have a sub. But It has an original tritium bezel and for some reason i feel that water is gonna ruin the pearl. I dunno, my sub is my little baby but my daily beater at the same time. I just cant see myself putting it underwater. I just feel like something newer, even tho im a vintage lover, would be better for swimming. besides the fact that i really want an EXP I for some reason and that seems like the cheapest way out.
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For me,I'd wear it but not all here would either!!! Besides,that's a great excuse to buy another Rolex in my book...I might try that one on the wife!!
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11 August 2010, 12:51 PM | #11 |
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No no i meant I thought you guys would be mad cause a sub is made for the water, like whats the point of me making this post when I already have a divers watch. But i just cant take it in the water, sure i get it wet in the sink, but just the bracelet and maybe the case back.
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Exp is a great choice as others have suggested...Should find a pre-owned one in your price range!! Good luck!
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there are some nice pre-owned options...
i recently acquired an explorer and it hasn't left my wrist. and it would contrast nicely to the dimensions of a sub date. at the same time, a datejust would do the trick. plus pre-owned dj prices are very nice. but if you want similar dimensions to your sub date, go for an explorer 2. awesome watch! how do you feel about not having a date window? |
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