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TARDIS · 31 August 2012, 04:31 PM

I joined this forum in 2005 and haven't posted for over a year. I was surprised that I was able to log on.

In past years, I have owned and flipped four Rolexes. The one I miss the most was my Seadweller, which I had to sell to pay for medical costs in 2009 when I had Prostate Cancer. My Doc thinks there's a few years yet before my EOL, so I guess I am blessed in that regard.

I am now intending to buy another Rolex as it has been a sad long time since I had one on my wrist. Other watches have been and gone as they just don't do it for me like a Rolex.

I am now pretty ancient by WIS standards, probably one of the oldest members on this forum.

I really like the Explorer, I can't say I'm ecstatic about the model with the 24hr hand. Just a bit too flash for a man of my age. A bubble date is irrelevant to me as well.

I would appreciate comments from any member who has bought the new Explorer and what he thinks about it and how it performs.

Cheers

Psmith · 31 August 2012, 04:33 PM

Good to see you back Steve

SPACE-DWELLER · 31 August 2012, 04:38 PM

Hi Steve! How are you doing?

I still love Rolex, too... I've tried other brands, but Rolex is the brand I'll always return to.

Silvio Mosiello · 31 August 2012, 04:38 PM

Welcome back!

sierra11b · 31 August 2012, 04:42 PM

Steve,

The 216570 is my favorite modern piece and I do not think it's flashy for a man "of your age" let alone any age. In fact, the dial legibility is reason enough for aging eyes.

Performance wise, my 3187 has been incredibly accurate and the watch rides the wrist perfectly. Even though it is a twinlock I often forget it's not a triplock due to its size. If you're still torn on 'flash' then get the black dial... it's what I own.

TARDIS · 31 August 2012, 05:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sierra11b

Steve,

The 216570 is my favorite modern piece and I do not think it's flashy for a man "of your age" let alone any age. In fact, the dial legibility is reason enough for aging eyes.

Performance wise, my 3187 has been incredibly accurate and the watch rides the wrist perfectly. Even though it is a twinlock I often forget it's not a triplock due to its size. If you're still torn on 'flash' then get the black dial... it's what I own.

Thats so good to see Sierra

Thanks for the reply.

Photos please....anyone

travisb · 31 August 2012, 06:32 PM

Welcome back!
Not sure if you're interested in the Exp or the Exp2..?
If you don't care for the 24hr bezel and date then the new Exp1 is worth a look.

Now 39mm with upgraded bracelet and clasp and matte black dial.
Sorry, no pics handy but I suggest a trip to your local AD. They should hopefully have one to check out as well as anything else that might catch your attention.
Happy hunting.

Puffy · 31 August 2012, 06:38 PM

welcome back

hope you're all well again mate

Feras · 31 August 2012, 06:48 PM

Welcome back :-)

koffeetalk · 31 August 2012, 09:23 PM

Lots of photos in the Explorer I Club thread here: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...light=explorer

I have the 214270 and love it.

Lol-x · 31 August 2012, 09:36 PM

The new EXII42 is a fantastic watch.

I have the white dial model and have had it for over a year now, with great reliability.
The white dial is to me the more perfected interpretation by Rolex.
The watch is exceedingly comfortable even on relatively small wrists due to the flat caseback, a slimmer case than the SubC and the new bracelet with micro adjustment.
The watch is suitable for a person of any age.
The 24hr hand is independently adjustable and provides a second time zone function.
I don't think you could get a better watch from Rolex at the moment irrespective of your age.

SPACE-DWELLER · 31 August 2012, 10:10 PM

Agreed! Can't pry the Explorer II 216570 off my wrist even though I have two other Rolex watches... I only wear the other watches once in a while because I feel sorry for them sitting idle in the safe!

kilyung · 31 August 2012, 11:06 PM

Look forward to more posts in the future Steve!

landroverking · 31 August 2012, 11:16 PM

Welcome back. I truely understand where you are coming from.
My wife & I have both been sick for a while. Had to sell my 1675 GMT that I had for 25 years just to get thru the holidays last year.

Now on to the watches. IMHO the Exp 2 is not too flashy.
But the new 39mm Exp maybe what you like.

BeekerMuppet · 1 September 2012, 02:14 AM

Welcome back. I hope you can enjoy a nice watch again 'till yer EOL

Johny · 1 September 2012, 02:21 AM

welcome back.

tkerrmd · 1 September 2012, 02:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TARDIS

I joined this forum in 2005 and haven't posted for over a year. I was surprised that I was able to log on.

In past years, I have owned and flipped four Rolexes. The one I miss the most was my Seadweller, which I had to sell to pay for medical costs in 2009 when I had Prostate Cancer. My Doc thinks there's a few years yet before my EOL, so I guess I am blessed in that regard.

I am now intending to buy another Rolex as it has been a sad long time since I had one on my wrist. Other watches have been and gone as they just don't do it for me like a Rolex.

I am now pretty ancient by WIS standards, probably one of the oldest members on this forum.

I really like the Explorer, I can't say I'm ecstatic about the model with the 24hr hand. Just a bit too flash for a man of my age. A bubble date is irrelevant to me as well.

I would appreciate comments from any member who has bought the new Explorer and what he thinks about it and how it performs.

Cheers

Welcome back, glad your health has improved. The New Explorer II is a tremdous watch and will make you feel even better

jerseyden · 1 September 2012, 02:28 AM

WB.Glad to hear you are on the mend.

nick c · 1 September 2012, 02:31 AM

Welcome back

jedinite · 1 September 2012, 04:52 AM

Welcome back!

HDHNTER · 1 September 2012, 05:14 AM

Good to see you back.

FremStar · 1 September 2012, 05:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TARDIS

Thats so good to see Sierra

Thanks for the reply.

Photos please....anyone

Steve, thoughts and prayers... Since you asked here are a few pics of my black dial 216570!

exchange83 · 1 September 2012, 05:34 AM

Welcome back Steve. Thanks for the pictures Sam.

TARDIS · 1 September 2012, 02:41 PM

Wonderful pictures of the Explorer range. Thanks so much guys.

I will be cruising next year, so I hope to find a nice AD so I can see these great watches in reality. Trouble is that I will have to make a choice as they all look good.

The 39mm Explorer seems to be smiling at me from the photo's but who knows what will happen in the shop

Cheers

z32turbo · 1 September 2012, 02:57 PM

Welcome back Steve. I think the Explorer would be a great choice.

31 August 2012, 04:31 PM	#1
TARDIS "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Queensland, AUST Posts: 2,003	Still in love with Rolex I joined this forum in 2005 and haven't posted for over a year. I was surprised that I was able to log on. In past years, I have owned and flipped four Rolexes. The one I miss the most was my Seadweller, which I had to sell to pay for medical costs in 2009 when I had Prostate Cancer. My Doc thinks there's a few years yet before my EOL, so I guess I am blessed in that regard. I am now intending to buy another Rolex as it has been a sad long time since I had one on my wrist. Other watches have been and gone as they just don't do it for me like a Rolex. I am now pretty ancient by WIS standards, probably one of the oldest members on this forum. I really like the Explorer, I can't say I'm ecstatic about the model with the 24hr hand. Just a bit too flash for a man of my age. A bubble date is irrelevant to me as well. I would appreciate comments from any member who has bought the new Explorer and what he thinks about it and how it performs. Cheers

31 August 2012, 04:33 PM	#2
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Good to see you back Steve __________________

31 August 2012, 04:38 PM	#3
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Hi Steve! How are you doing? I still love Rolex, too... I've tried other brands, but Rolex is the brand I'll always return to. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

31 August 2012, 06:38 PM	#8
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	welcome back hope you're all well again mate __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

31 August 2012, 09:23 PM	#10
koffeetalk "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Bob Location: Dallas, TX Watch: Explorer II Posts: 12	Explorer I Photos Lots of photos in the Explorer I Club thread here: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...light=explorer I have the 214270 and love it.

31 August 2012, 04:38 PM	#4
Silvio Mosiello "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Matthew Location: Miami/NY Watch: the shoes. Posts: 3,482	Welcome back!

31 August 2012, 04:42 PM	#5
sierra11b "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: California Watch: MkXVIII, 3570.50 Posts: 1,966	Steve, The 216570 is my favorite modern piece and I do not think it's flashy for a man "of your age" let alone any age. In fact, the dial legibility is reason enough for aging eyes. Performance wise, my 3187 has been incredibly accurate and the watch rides the wrist perfectly. Even though it is a twinlock I often forget it's not a triplock due to its size. If you're still torn on 'flash' then get the black dial... it's what I own.

31 August 2012, 06:32 PM	#7
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Welcome back! Not sure if you're interested in the Exp or the Exp2..? If you don't care for the 24hr bezel and date then the new Exp1 is worth a look. Now 39mm with upgraded bracelet and clasp and matte black dial. Sorry, no pics handy but I suggest a trip to your local AD. They should hopefully have one to check out as well as anything else that might catch your attention. Happy hunting.

31 August 2012, 06:48 PM	#9
Feras Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Feras Location: Bahrain Watch: Rolex,Tag Posts: 1,923	Welcome back :-)

31 August 2012, 09:36 PM	#11
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,588	The new EXII42 is a fantastic watch. I have the white dial model and have had it for over a year now, with great reliability. The white dial is to me the more perfected interpretation by Rolex. The watch is exceedingly comfortable even on relatively small wrists due to the flat caseback, a slimmer case than the SubC and the new bracelet with micro adjustment. The watch is suitable for a person of any age. The 24hr hand is independently adjustable and provides a second time zone function. I don't think you could get a better watch from Rolex at the moment irrespective of your age. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

31 August 2012, 10:10 PM	#12
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Agreed! Can't pry the Explorer II 216570 off my wrist even though I have two other Rolex watches... I only wear the other watches once in a while because I feel sorry for them sitting idle in the safe! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

31 August 2012, 11:06 PM	#13
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Look forward to more posts in the future Steve!

31 August 2012, 11:16 PM	#14
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Welcome back. I truely understand where you are coming from. My wife & I have both been sick for a while. Had to sell my 1675 GMT that I had for 25 years just to get thru the holidays last year. Now on to the watches. IMHO the Exp 2 is not too flashy. But the new 39mm Exp maybe what you like.

1 September 2012, 02:14 AM	#15
BeekerMuppet "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Yuri Location: NL Watch: 14000M, 16570 Posts: 574	Welcome back. I hope you can enjoy a nice watch again 'till yer EOL __________________ (Wearing) First Luxury Watch: Seiko Kinetic Arctura 5M42-0E39 & First Rolex: Air King 14000M Black dial (K) & Second Rolex: Explorer II 16570 White dial (V) (Saving for) Grand Seiko SBGH015J1

1 September 2012, 02:21 AM	#16
Johny "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: john Location: Scotland Watch: sub 16610Lv Posts: 13,523	welcome back. __________________ "AFTER DARK" BAR AND NIGHT CLUB GM.

1 September 2012, 02:28 AM	#18
jerseyden "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Den Location: Jersey CI Posts: 510	WB.Glad to hear you are on the mend.

1 September 2012, 02:31 AM	#19
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Welcome back

1 September 2012, 04:52 AM	#20
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1 September 2012, 05:14 AM	#21
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	Good to see you back.

1 September 2012, 05:34 AM	#23
exchange83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: New York Watch: Patek 5980r Posts: 489	Welcome back Steve. Thanks for the pictures Sam. __________________ Patek Philippe 5980R Audemars Piguet 41 ROC 26320OR Audemars Piguet Rubens Barrichello 2 Rose Gold Richard Mille RM011 Rose Gold / Titanium Rolex Yacht-Master II SS

1 September 2012, 02:41 PM	#24
TARDIS "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Queensland, AUST Posts: 2,003	Wonderful pictures of the Explorer range. Thanks so much guys. I will be cruising next year, so I hope to find a nice AD so I can see these great watches in reality. Trouble is that I will have to make a choice as they all look good. The 39mm Explorer seems to be smiling at me from the photo's but who knows what will happen in the shop Cheers

1 September 2012, 02:57 PM	#25
z32turbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sea Level Watch: Varies Posts: 6,877	Welcome back Steve. I think the Explorer would be a great choice. __________________ Instagram @z32turbo

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