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Hluot · 4 September 2010, 03:21 AM

Hi,

Can anybody advise if Rolex plans next year to have a special edition on the explorer II or have mayor changes like in the Explorer or Sub C ?

IS still available a new explorer II with a black face, the Rolex official site does not promote this version.

I am planning to buy one soon for my 40th birthday.

I will appreciate any further recomendations on the Explorer II.

mjm800 · 4 September 2010, 03:23 AM

I heard that they are changing the hands next year to look more retro.

Tools · 4 September 2010, 09:42 AM

The Explorer II is a great choice and is still available in either White or Black Dial..

The Rolex Web Site is not their catalogue and they do not have all the available models or options on it..........Check out your local Dealer..

Rumor has it that they will release some changes to the Exp II next year. The Font (Explorer II) will be in orange, maxi hands, and a maxi dial.. The 24 hr hand resembles the larger early hand. I would also expect that it will get an updated bracelet and clasp..

Aspirin · 4 September 2010, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hluot

Hi,

Can anybody advise if Rolex plans next year to have a special edition on the explorer II or have mayor changes like in the Explorer or Sub C ?

IS still available a new explorer II with a black face, the Rolex official site does not promote this version.

I am planning to buy one soon for my 40th birthday.

I will appreciate any further recomendations on the Explorer II.

The following jpg was captured from the web for the new Explorer II, take a look first!

tomchicago · 5 September 2010, 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Aspirin

The following jpg was captured from the web for the new Explorer II, take a look first!

just occurred to me looking at that photo-- is it possible that watch is maxi case, but with a wider bracelet too ?

Aspirin · 6 September 2010, 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by tomchicago

just occurred to me looking at that photo-- is it possible that watch is maxi case, but with a wider bracelet too ?

I guess all the things are same, to figure out from the photo is bigger hands, 24 hours hand from red change to orange. No further info. can be provided about the bracelet, I also concern it.

gold canyon · 6 September 2010, 05:39 AM

That could be a very nice piece. I'd like to inspect it when it comes out.

at7724 · 4 September 2010, 04:31 PM

The current Explorer II model is a magnificent timepiece. So comfortable, I forget I have it on. Looks great on the wrist for all occasions--work, play, sport, and rugged.
Don't really care for the "upgrades" because I think the Explorer II is perfect the way it is.

Aspirin · 4 September 2010, 05:18 PM

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GEO_79 · 4 September 2010, 10:09 PM

I hope this watch will have triple lock crown!!!!!!!!!!

AndersB · 5 September 2010, 12:57 AM

If they do release the updated version it'll have smash hit potential !!

Al1969 · 5 September 2010, 01:22 AM

I recently "rewarded" myself to an Explorer II. Actually I picked it up yesterday! I love the white dial, all my other watches have a black dial so I wanted something different. It hasn't left my wrist since I picked it up!
I like it the way it is and I'd not be interested in the "upgraded" version. Besides It'll probably command full-price. i got my Z series for 20% off!

manhatan · 5 September 2010, 03:21 AM

I think the explorer II with the "1655 styled" hand sounds more like a rumour from the internet. In spite of this photo which has been taken from Baselworld this year, Rolex never talked about a new Explorer II.

Speed · 6 September 2010, 06:20 AM

Well, sit back and relax. IF it is officially announced at Basel in March, you may get your mitts on one, ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh about this time in 2011!!!

Howie · 6 September 2010, 10:28 AM

I actually think the current red hand is cooler than an orange hand. I bet that if and when the new explorer 2 comes out with an orange hand, people will be looking for the red handed explorer years from now.

Aspirin · 6 September 2010, 12:56 PM

I heard say that the E2 already retail in Tokyo just now, and some Hong Kong ADs forcast, just forcast that it will not so fast land on Hong Kong before the end of 2010. Meanwwhile, I think that I prone to the current version, because I prefer the thin hands, especially the red 24 hour hand more than the fatty orange, but people loves new thing always, let see what happen in the market later. One thing, I bet the E2 will come out with much higher price.

Lion · 6 September 2010, 01:15 PM

All I know is it's a great watch and would be fun to own!!!

Patrick Lim · 6 September 2010, 01:47 PM

It's a great watch indeed. I have a lot of fun with mine. It travels around on business trips - subtle, light and reliable

Still pondering whether to sell mine to grab the YachtMaster which i have regretfully sold... the other reason being the new Explorer II rumoured to be launched next year.

As others have mentioned, you can expect to pay significantly more for the new Explorer II next year. Other than maxi dial and case, the changes (based on the leaked pic) are the orange GMT hand and orange text on the dial. Well... the orange text and hand look like a potential hit to me though the price should be a dampener!

Jinder · 6 September 2010, 01:52 PM

I am planning to buy one soon for my 40th birthday.

I also will get my very first Rolex on my 40th birthday! Everose 116231 with jubliee diamond dial

Hluot · 8 September 2010, 09:01 AM

Thanks to everyone for your comments. I'm frosting the desire and can't wait until next year to be 40! I have a Rolex cellini, gift from my father, but is not the same achivment feeling when you deside to buy one!

4 September 2010, 03:21 AM	#1
Hluot "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Mexico Posts: 5	Advise on the explorer II Hi, Can anybody advise if Rolex plans next year to have a special edition on the explorer II or have mayor changes like in the Explorer or Sub C ? IS still available a new explorer II with a black face, the Rolex official site does not promote this version. I am planning to buy one soon for my 40th birthday. I will appreciate any further recomendations on the Explorer II.

4 September 2010, 03:23 AM	#2
mjm800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 1,950	I heard that they are changing the hands next year to look more retro. __________________

4 September 2010, 09:42 AM	#3
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	The Explorer II is a great choice and is still available in either White or Black Dial.. The Rolex Web Site is not their catalogue and they do not have all the available models or options on it..........Check out your local Dealer.. Rumor has it that they will release some changes to the Exp II next year. The Font (Explorer II) will be in orange, maxi hands, and a maxi dial.. The 24 hr hand resembles the larger early hand. I would also expect that it will get an updated bracelet and clasp.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

4 September 2010, 05:18 PM	#9
Aspirin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: at home Posts: 1,330	My Rolex history & future target error post

5 September 2010, 01:22 AM	#12
Al1969 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,640	I recently "rewarded" myself to an Explorer II. Actually I picked it up yesterday! I love the white dial, all my other watches have a black dial so I wanted something different. It hasn't left my wrist since I picked it up! I like it the way it is and I'd not be interested in the "upgraded" version. Besides It'll probably command full-price. i got my Z series for 20% off! __________________ WG SUB-116719 GMT MASTER II 126719

6 September 2010, 05:39 AM	#7
gold canyon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Southwest Watch: R O L E X Posts: 1,188	That could be a very nice piece. I'd like to inspect it when it comes out.

4 September 2010, 04:31 PM	#8
at7724 Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Home! Posts: 148	The current Explorer II model is a magnificent timepiece. So comfortable, I forget I have it on. Looks great on the wrist for all occasions--work, play, sport, and rugged. Don't really care for the "upgrades" because I think the Explorer II is perfect the way it is.

4 September 2010, 10:09 PM	#10
GEO_79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Georgian Location: Constanta_Romania Watch: 216570 Polar Posts: 904	I hope this watch will have triple lock crown!!!!!!!!!!

5 September 2010, 12:57 AM	#11
AndersB "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Europe Posts: 603	If they do release the updated version it'll have smash hit potential !!

5 September 2010, 03:21 AM	#13
manhatan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Paris (France) Posts: 36	I think the explorer II with the "1655 styled" hand sounds more like a rumour from the internet. In spite of this photo which has been taken from Baselworld this year, Rolex never talked about a new Explorer II.

6 September 2010, 06:20 AM	#14
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Well, sit back and relax. IF it is officially announced at Basel in March, you may get your mitts on one, ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh about this time in 2011!!!

6 September 2010, 10:28 AM	#15
Howie "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New York Posts: 1,038	I actually think the current red hand is cooler than an orange hand. I bet that if and when the new explorer 2 comes out with an orange hand, people will be looking for the red handed explorer years from now.

6 September 2010, 12:56 PM	#16
Aspirin "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: at home Posts: 1,330	I heard say that the E2 already retail in Tokyo just now, and some Hong Kong ADs forcast, just forcast that it will not so fast land on Hong Kong before the end of 2010. Meanwwhile, I think that I prone to the current version, because I prefer the thin hands, especially the red 24 hour hand more than the fatty orange, but people loves new thing always, let see what happen in the market later. One thing, I bet the E2 will come out with much higher price.

6 September 2010, 01:15 PM	#17
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	All I know is it's a great watch and would be fun to own!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

6 September 2010, 01:47 PM	#18
Patrick Lim "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Singapore :) Watch: Sea Dweller 4000 Posts: 226	It's a great watch indeed. I have a lot of fun with mine. It travels around on business trips - subtle, light and reliable Still pondering whether to sell mine to grab the YachtMaster which i have regretfully sold... the other reason being the new Explorer II rumoured to be launched next year. As others have mentioned, you can expect to pay significantly more for the new Explorer II next year. Other than maxi dial and case, the changes (based on the leaked pic) are the orange GMT hand and orange text on the dial. Well... the orange text and hand look like a potential hit to me though the price should be a dampener! __________________ There is never enough time for good watches

6 September 2010, 01:52 PM	#19
Jinder Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Jinder Location: Ontario Watch: 116713 Posts: 601	I am planning to buy one soon for my 40th birthday. I also will get my very first Rolex on my 40th birthday! Everose 116231 with jubliee diamond dial

8 September 2010, 09:01 AM	#20
Hluot "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Mexico Posts: 5	Thanks to everyone for your comments. I'm frosting the desire and can't wait until next year to be 40! I have a Rolex cellini, gift from my father, but is not the same achivment feeling when you deside to buy one!

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