My First Rolex - Explorer I 214270

[ZhaoYun]

Sir/Madam,

Just want to share the story of my first purchase of Rolex, it is an 39mm Explorer I. Below are just my personal observation and have no intention to insult anyone.

Three Models in my mind :-

1. Sub No Date : I always like the clean design and also the rich history of this model. However, once I wear it on my wrist at the AD just now, it seems so..."clumsy", the lungs is too round and too small. It looks like a toy watch sitting on top of my wrist. So, no go.

2. Explorer II : Many people told me the bezel looks bad, and it is very scratch-prone. I don't really agree. However, when I wear it on my wrist, those reason become obvious and it quickly change my mind, this is not what I wanted. No go as well.

3. Explorer I 39mm : Now, this watch really sing to me. When the sales person take it out from the safe, even before it was on my wrist, me and my wife immediately shout "WOW! Impressive"...It is so elegant yet rugged. No matter you dress-up or dress-down, it is not awkward. I borrow a suit from the AD's Manager (I was wearing Jeans and T-shirt that time), and it goes so well with the Explorer I. It is not too small for my wrist and I like the new clasp compare to the older model Sub No Date and Explorer II. It is also super-comfortable. I used to take off my Omega Planet Ocean when I am typing on the keyboard, but with this, it is no longer an issue.
Also, what I like about it is, no cyclops ! I seriously hate cyclops, it really spoil the beauty of the dial. Also, I love the lume even though it is missing on the 3, 6, 9 position.

Long story short, I walk out with an Explorer I on my wrist, cost me 3 years of saving, USD 5625.

I attached some pictures for your viewing pleasure. It is not professional grade quality.

Again, my intention is not to hurt anyone's feeling but merely my personal taste and preference.

Excuse my English as it is not my native language, proud to be a Rolex owner and happy reading.

Thank you.

[av8ors]

Congratulation! Welcome to TRF.

[R1@160@alltimes]

Welcome to TRF and congrats.

No need to talk down other models. You buy what appeals to you.

[Dr. Robert]

Beautiful! Congratulations!

[ZhaoYun]

Thanks guys...I am sure other models have their admirer and I fully respect their owners. My post is just my personal preference and taste, I mean no offense at all :-)

[mjm800]

Great watch an Explorer 36mm was my first Rolex as well.

Pet Peve Alert:

It's an Explorer, not Explorer I. There is the Explorer and the Explorer II.

[Route 66]

Great choice!

I love my Explorer I.

[ZhaoYun]

Thanks guys, I am sure this will not be my last Rolex in years to come ! :-)

[Dr. Robert]

Originally Posted by ZhaoYun

Thanks guys, I am sure this will not be my last Rolex in years to come ! :-)

You have the new explorer....save up & get the new sub 116610 next....you will have a pair of the new generation of Rolex's iconic watches.

[Kanger]

Lovely watch. Glad you got the Explorer!

[CoopJr]

Excellent choice!

[997Opus]

Welcome to TRF, wear your new watch in good health!

[Badandy]

Love this watch, it looks great!

[Randy1989]

Looks great! Congratulations!

[WildECayotee]

Selamat Datang kahwan baru,

Kita berkenan sekali dengan jam anda yang baru.

Konon-konon action lah sikit kalau pakai ye, pinjamlah baju kahwan tapi jangan bilang orang lain!! Action besar lah kalau dah simpan duit 3 tahun!!

Excuse my malaysian it is not my native language!!! (but it is my wifes ) who is mak saleh chelup!!

[tfarchio]

Explorer I is a classic. Congrats.

[SirGrotius]

Looks awesome!

[Michael M.]

Congrats, looks great! Welcome to TRF.