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24 March 2023, 08:08 AM | #1 |
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Ordered Rolex Challenge Nov 2022 and got it Today Mar 23 2023
I Received my Rolex Challenge today. It looks a tad large on the Mayors Jewelers store manager.
On my 7.5” wrist, no problem (in my opinion). I was apparently #44 on the Watches of Switzerland conglomerated list, even though I called my SA on the day the watch was released last November. That makes it 4 months, not too shabby. One member suggested there were limited numbers of this watch to be released claiming serial numbers as # XXX/100 but mine has a regular sort of serial number. There is no indication of a limited release. Note that as I took the dial picture from just a few inches away (all I can do with my phone) it makes the watch look bigger than it is. It slid easily under my cuff. The slight curvature of the bezel and the bevel on the glass helps prevent the cuff from catching. And it did come in the box that had the Challenge markings instead of the standard issue. Ali |
24 March 2023, 08:12 AM | #2 |
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Congrats!! One of the most exciting releases in recent times!!
Yeah, it's not a limited edition. That xxx/100 thing is just some internal list of WoS. Enjoy in great health! |
24 March 2023, 08:16 AM | #3 |
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That’s a long time to me to wait. You must be a very patient man. Nice one man, congrats.
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24 March 2023, 08:23 AM | #4 |
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Very cool. I have a 7.375" wrist, and would absolutely rock this, just can't choke up the $26K!
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24 March 2023, 08:32 AM | #5 |
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A few more pictures.
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24 March 2023, 08:42 AM | #6 |
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Weight comparison:
H2O Kalmar 2 - 250gm with bracelet but I put on the rubber band. Grand Seiko 5 day Spring Drive 001 - 164gm with bracelet but again, using the rubber band for now. Omega Ultra Deep - The heaviest at 254gm, also with my favorite clasp, sleeker and better looking to me. Challenge - 251gm. James Cameron - 228gm. Ali |
24 March 2023, 08:53 AM | #7 |
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Congrats! Pretty cool
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24 March 2023, 08:58 AM | #8 |
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Congrats
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24 March 2023, 09:00 AM | #9 |
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24 March 2023, 09:10 AM | #10 |
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Congrats! Ask about this one at every AD I go into as I still want to see one in the flesh.
Personally, I can't justify the $27k. That's $10k more than I paid for my Rolesor Sea-Dweller last year. Still, an amazing piece, and you definitely have a theme going there. |
24 March 2023, 09:13 AM | #11 |
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Outstanding pickup and congrats !
Please take some under water pics when you go down. Cheers !! |
24 March 2023, 09:18 AM | #12 |
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I’ve struggled with this watch since it was released other than as some sort of show piece or display. Presented like this, the watch makes much more sense to me.
Nicely done - congrats!! |
24 March 2023, 11:19 AM | #13 |
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Congrats to you. Thank you so much for the pics. I have the JC and I am glad to see it side by side for comparison.
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24 March 2023, 12:12 PM | #14 |
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Congratulations !
Awesome photos - especially the comparison shots - very informative ! Thank you and please post more ! |
24 March 2023, 12:14 PM | #15 |
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Wow, it looks like a really good size on your wrist.
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24 March 2023, 12:14 PM | #16 |
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Congratulations.
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24 March 2023, 01:10 PM | #17 |
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Congrats. It does actually wear well on you.
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24 March 2023, 01:15 PM | #18 |
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Congrats thats a piece of history
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24 March 2023, 01:16 PM | #19 |
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Congrats. Looks great on you.
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24 March 2023, 02:04 PM | #20 |
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Congrats!! A great collection of deep divers there!
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24 March 2023, 02:31 PM | #21 |
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Congratulations! what an amazing collection !
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24 March 2023, 03:52 PM | #22 |
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Fair play on getting it so soon
Well done you!! |
24 March 2023, 06:35 PM | #23 |
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Congrats on that Big purchase. Nice collection too.
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24 March 2023, 06:37 PM | #24 |
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Huge congratulations, amazing watch
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24 March 2023, 08:03 PM | #25 |
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Congratulations! Fitting addition to your collection of ultimate divers!
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24 March 2023, 08:14 PM | #26 |
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Congratulations! Got to say though, out of all of those watches the Kalmar impresses me the most. It looks to be the most legible by far and has some very impressive specs.
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24 March 2023, 09:15 PM | #27 |
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Congratulations and great collection!
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24 March 2023, 09:28 PM | #28 |
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Congratulations.
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24 March 2023, 09:42 PM | #29 |
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Congrats!
It's such a cool piece and an accomplishment by Rolex (But, "easily sliding" under your cuff )
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24 March 2023, 10:11 PM | #30 |
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Congrats!
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