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Old 18 September 2017, 02:27 PM   #1
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Icon10 I fell in love... unexpectedly
All, I was never an Explorer fan. And then a couple of months ago I saw some high res photos on WUS. Then about a month ago I saw more high res photos on TRF. It just kind of got stuck in my head and I fell in love with it... And I had to have one. So far I am super happy with it. I absolutely love the contrast between the hands and the dial. I love the big hands. I love the size of the dial. I was also pleasantly surprised that it actually (in my opinion) works well with a dress shirt. The only improvement I would make is to have the better submariner/sea-dweller style clasp. Other than that I think this watch is amazing.
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Old 18 September 2017, 02:39 PM   #2
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Congrats sir!! I'm stunned I've never puller the trigger on that one. Super comfy too!
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Old 18 September 2017, 02:55 PM   #3
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Old 18 September 2017, 03:06 PM   #5
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It really is a stunning model. Generally not a fan of white dials but this one works perfectly!

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Old 19 September 2017, 12:45 AM   #6
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It really is a stunning model. Generally not a fan of white dials but this one works perfectly!

Congrats!
I don't mind white dials but am with you, generally prefer the darker dials. The reason I HAD to go with white on this one is the contrast. This may be the only Rolex that has the black marker surrounds. This along with the maxi black surround hands make for an amazing contrast in real life... It's a different look and experience from the black dial one.
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Old 19 September 2017, 01:03 AM   #7
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I don't mind white dials but am with you, generally prefer the darker dials. The reason I HAD to go with white on this one is the contrast. This may be the only Rolex that has the black marker surrounds. This along with the maxi black surround hands make for an amazing contrast in real life... It's a different look and experience from the black dial one.


Agree with you 100%. I came back to read trough this thread and had to put mine on today. Absolutely love this watch!


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Old 19 September 2017, 01:07 AM   #8
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Agree with you 100%. I came back to read trough this thread and had to put mine on today. Absolutely love this watch!


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Old 18 September 2017, 03:32 PM   #9
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All, I was never an Explorer fan. And then a couple of months ago I saw some high res photos on WUS. Then about a month ago I saw more high res photos on TRF. It just kind of got stuck in my head and I fell in love with it... And I had to have one. So far I am super happy with it. I absolutely love the contrast between the hands and the dial. I love the big hands. I love the size of the dial. I was also pleasantly surprised that it actually (in my opinion) works well with a dress shirt. The only improvement I would make is to have the better submariner/sea-dweller style clasp. Other than that I think this watch is amazing.
Same happened to me, didn't see it coming either, that bezel though... What a beauty when the light hits it. Congratulations sir, I'f my experience is any indication, you're gonna have a good time with this one for a long time.
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Old 19 September 2017, 12:31 AM   #10
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Same happened to me, didn't see it coming either, that bezel though... What a beauty when the light hits it. Congratulations sir, I'f my experience is any indication, you're gonna have a good time with this one for a long time.
The bezel is one of the things that made me hesitate getting it actually. I would much prefer it if it was ceramic... Not that this doesn't look good, just from an aesthetics standpoint. But the reality is a ceramic bezel will change the look substantially.
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Old 18 September 2017, 04:11 PM   #11
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Old 18 September 2017, 07:13 PM   #12
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I've always liked this watch. I'm hoping Basel 2018 will bring out a Ceramic bezel version of this.

Surely its the Explorer 2 time for a refresh right?
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Old 18 September 2017, 07:45 PM   #13
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i've always liked this watch. I'm hoping basel 2018 will bring out a ceramic bezel version of this.

Surely its the explorer 2 time for a refresh right?
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Old 19 September 2017, 12:32 AM   #15
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I've always liked this watch. I'm hoping Basel 2018 will bring out a Ceramic bezel version of this.

Surely its the Explorer 2 time for a refresh right?
Agreed on the ceramic. I just hope they don't plop a black bezel but instead find a way to keep the SS look. Lighter bezel with darker markings? Too much to hope for?
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Old 18 September 2017, 07:47 PM   #16
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Congrats.. I had 3 pieces in last few years ... and I will get one again, ASAP
It is one of the best modern Rolex IMHO.. (Hulk is no.1)
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Old 19 September 2017, 12:34 AM   #17
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Congrats.. I had 3 pieces in last few years ... and I will get one again, ASAP
It is one of the best modern Rolex IMHO.. (Hulk is no.1)
I remember you got the SD43. I am now struggling to justify having an Explorer and an SD43. In some ways they are redundant to me in their general everyday purpose (I don't dive and I think the explorer can handle all of my "water" needs).

What else did you get?
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Old 19 September 2017, 05:35 PM   #18
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What else did you get?

Almost all sport models.. Sub,ex2, gmt, daytona, SD....
But I prefer EX2 WD and Hulk .. they are both perfect to me.. and I often wear them on RubberB straps...





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Old 18 September 2017, 08:11 PM   #19
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Congrats on the new discovery and love. I've had mine (black) for close to a year now. Hasn't left my wrist more than 10 days!
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Congrats on the new discovery and love. I've had mine (black) for close to a year now. Hasn't left my wrist more than 10 days!
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Old 18 September 2017, 08:14 PM   #21
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That watch works beautifully with a dress shirt indeed. Congrats!
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Old 18 September 2017, 08:32 PM   #24
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Agreed. Bought mine about 1.5 years ago and it goes equally well with a suit and tie or shorts and a tee shirt. Great watch!


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Old 19 September 2017, 12:36 AM   #26
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That watch works beautifully with a dress shirt indeed. Congrats!
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Good to know. From pictures and from just looking at it in a store, especially next to ceramic bezel stuff, it looked waaaaaay too casual. But when I put it on with a shirt on, I was like, wait, I think this works.
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Old 18 September 2017, 08:55 PM   #28
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I'm with you the ExII was never a watch I followed but lately I have been interested.
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Old 19 September 2017, 12:38 AM   #29
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I'm with you the ExII was never a watch I followed but lately I have been interested.
Stop looking at it or you will end up getting one
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Old 18 September 2017, 10:10 PM   #30
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