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Old 5 September 2021, 08:10 AM   #1
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Explorer 36mm

Picked up a new 36mm Explorer today, must say for my wrist it’s certainly a better fit over my 39mm, overall very impressive watch that feels such a nice balance of modern with vintage heritage.
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Old 5 September 2021, 08:35 AM   #2
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Congratulations! Great choice. Now spoil us with some pictures! ;)
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Old 5 September 2021, 08:36 AM   #3
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Old 5 September 2021, 08:51 AM   #4
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Definitely a winner, congratulations!
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Old 5 September 2021, 08:53 AM   #5
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Congratulations. Classic Rolex that stands the test of time. Enjoy.


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Old 5 September 2021, 09:14 AM   #6
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Old 5 September 2021, 09:53 AM   #7
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Love it. Congrats!
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Old 5 September 2021, 10:11 AM   #8
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Old 5 September 2021, 10:28 AM   #9
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Congrats! the new 36mm Exp is a true 36 and imo a homerun next to the SD43.
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Old 5 September 2021, 11:45 AM   #10
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Congrats on the new watch! 36 looking too good these days.


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Old 5 September 2021, 01:25 PM   #11
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Congratulations!! The new explorer is very nice and well proportioned! Enjoy!
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Old 5 September 2021, 02:30 PM   #12
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Lovely watch.

Asked to be put on the EOI for this one. Getting more popular says the AD (though nowhere as popular as the other professional SS models).

I see it as a very practical daily wearer.
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Old 5 September 2021, 05:43 PM   #13
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Lovely watch.

Asked to be put on the EOI for this one. Getting more popular says the AD (though nowhere as popular as the other professional SS models).

I see it as a very practical daily wearer.
It’s certainly for me the best Rolex, Iv had all sports models since I started in 1987. Never have more than one at a time thought!! my least favourite was the Daytona as a former professional race driver it just didn’t do the job of a highly legible chronograph as well as other options available to me at the time, my other favourite was maybe a vintage 5513.
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Old 5 September 2021, 11:55 PM   #14
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my least favourite was the Daytona as a former professional race driver it just didn’t do the job of a highly legible chronograph
Good to have insight from someone in the profession who utilized these watches for their intended purpose…

care to share a throwback photo of the racing car or older Rolex you owned during those times?


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Old 5 September 2021, 05:56 PM   #15
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Old 5 September 2021, 06:06 PM   #16
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Old 6 September 2021, 01:28 AM   #18
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That's a classic..
big congrats!
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Old 6 September 2021, 01:34 AM   #19
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Nice watch, always tempting me. How long did you have to wait for it?
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Old 6 September 2021, 01:36 AM   #20
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Congratulations and wear in good health...
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Old 6 September 2021, 01:46 AM   #21
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I'm glad Rolex went back to 36mm.
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Old 6 September 2021, 02:22 AM   #22
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The new (old) is perfect. Easily my favorite rolex now.
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Old 6 September 2021, 03:13 AM   #23
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Congrats, although your wrist should usually fit well with a 39 or 40 because it’s the normal size
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Old 6 September 2021, 04:09 AM   #24
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Congrats, although your wrist should usually fit well with a 39 or 40 because it’s the normal size
What?

Have you seen the picture?

How on earth would a 39-40mm look better on his wrist.

Bizarre.
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Old 6 September 2021, 03:13 AM   #25
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But if you like 36, buy what you like
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Old 6 September 2021, 03:23 AM   #26
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Congratulations, it’s such a classic - Comfortable & subtle, enjoy wearing it on any occasion.
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Old 6 September 2021, 03:56 AM   #27
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36-39 size seems to be a great fit for many, many people.
My flattish arm is really small (6-1/8" - 155mm) and that range, especially the way Rolex down-turns the lugs close to their cases, works out perfectly for me.
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Old 6 September 2021, 04:08 AM   #28
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I put my name down for an Explorer when it was still 39. I'm so glad that I didn't get to buy one before the move to 36.
Though it did feel small when I first tried it, I love the size now.
To me, it's the perfect watch. A perfect combination of smart and sporty.
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