The start of the Basel 2013 Rumor-Mill... Ceramic Explorer II?

[AK797]

Originally Posted by simonmcc

I was told Rolex haven't come up with a way to bond the two ceramic halves together.

Thats what I heard, a real damn shame.

[joe100]

If they make that watch I will eat my hat. Not gonna happen! Sadly...

[Everest]

They did patent recently a design for a rubber strap, that looks pretty similar to ours (we beat them to market or they they took our idea when we were developing it.) The clasp they show is for what looks like a sub c - the glidelock. Sheldon did a piece on our strap and the Rolex patent on his blog a few weeks ago.

[Viv Savage]

I'm gonna come up with something from left field. Since Rolex has been introducing previous models over the years (Milguass, Prince, etc). Now that they've introduced an annual calendar, I'm going to suggest a watch with a moonphase complication. Mere speculation of course.

[sampelligrino]

I personally hope they keep the Daytona to 40mm, not a big fan of the current trend for oversized watches. But that's just my opinion. I also agree Rolex isn't likely to put a ceramic bezel on the exp 2, very curious regarding the Daytona and potential expansion of the ceramic bezel on non-RG models. As for the GMT, that would be interesting for a Pepsi or Coke... Maybe even root beer TT???? :)

[jay1988]

I really hope they do more sports watches in Rose gold. I mean am I the only one that would love a Rose gold Sub/GMT ?

I want them to release a new Daytona that's a 6265 homage but that won't happen.

Honestly I'd be very surprised if there wasn't an entirely new watch added to the mix in the next few years a la sky dweller. For me the Skydweller was a declaration of intent and I'd be surprised if they stopped at that. More complications will come. I just hope they don't forget their roots.

If Rolex don't come out with anything to my taste then I'm not bothered. I'll be saving up for a RO and a Nautilus for the next 5 years anyway. Would take something special to knock me off that path and onto a new Rolex.

The ExpII will not be changed. A scratch proof ceramic bezel is not what you want for climbing a mountain anyway. It's more important it can handle tough impact.

They just released a new Sub with the 114060 so I don't see that changing.

DJII smooth bezel just came out so I'm guessing they leave that line alone.

Deepsea came out in 2008 and was a completely new design so that product cycle is nowhere near over.

The Daytona change has to come. Do I expect it to be revolutionary and inspiring ? No. The 216570 was inspiring compared to the 16570. The new Daytona on the other hand will more likely be similar to the difference between the 14060 and the 114060. The sponsorship of F1 and the anniversary year mean something is coming. The only thing that would interest me would be a size increase and design change. Given the direction of the Rose gold ceramic Daytona, this will not happen.

A new model is coming. Will it be this year ? Maybe not. If they release one every year people will become expectant.

[thewatchguy93]

I'm still waiting for a Platinum Submariner!!!

[FNFZ4]

Nothing is impossible with Rolex.... Its just a matter of what will they gain.

[JP Chestnut]

Originally Posted by aksing

I remember reading they cant do ceramic in two colours so the Pepsi ceramic is not possible - anyone confirm or deny? Otherwise bring it on!!!!

Get rid of the green 24hr hand and the green writing and we're set!

[JP Chestnut]

Originally Posted by stmoore

That looks great, but does the green had bug anyone (if pepsi)?

It bugs me Pepsi or not. I hope they don't "upgrade" the Daytona with green text to celebrate it's 50th.

[Psmith]

More Daytona models with Cerachrom bezels. Maybe some green accents to denote 50 years (a regular production model, but the hype-engine will still go into overdrive)

Would like to see a completely new Daytona, but doubt this will happen for some time (but who knows)

More DJ/DJ II dials. Perhaps a Jubilee bracelet option for the DJ II

[tomchicago]

jubliee dj ii thumbs up!

[Deyn Man]

Originally Posted by rescue7

I much prefer Coca Cola. Now I'm a buyer.

always was a fan of pepsi over coke but with the "new" font, i think i'm liking the coke more!!!!!
and yes, no PCLs please!!!!!

[Shade]

There may be rubber straps subs, perhaps an updated sea dweller.

That coke GMT2C is a killer.

[gregmoeck]

That Coke is a winner! WOW

[capote]

A new dial choice or two for the DD's

[mcorliss]

Originally Posted by RolexDivers

If a GMT2C-PEPSI comes out, it will annihilate all SUBs and DSSD and GMT 2C-BLK sales put together. There would be massive FOR SALE signs in the TRF Sales Section as members try to liquidate their BLK GMT2Cs and other watches to get their hands on the GMT-2C-PEPSI...

Not this guy. Was never a huge fan of the Pepsi.

[Chewbacca]

imo, there'll be a diver model slotted between the sub and dssd. i doubt we'll see ceramic on an exp2 ever... if we do, rolex would officially lose their tool watch credentials to many diehard owners.

[patek.wis]

If they release a Pepsi - I will come back to Rolex again :)

[Everest]

COKE GMT, if any company can pull it off Rolex could! Milgaus Green Glass? Impossible - Rolex did it.

[crowncollection]

updated daytona for the anniversary is my guess

[alanc]

Originally Posted by aksing

I remember reading they cant do ceramic in two colours so the Pepsi ceramic is not possible - anyone confirm or deny? Otherwise bring it on!!!!

If we can put a man on the moon we should be able to do a two-color ceramic bezel. As for me, I already have my 16710 Pepsi, that's the only one I wanted or will ever want. it has a proper red 24 hour hand, too - I understand the reason for the green hand and lettering on the GMTIIc, but I think it's out of place on an all-black watch.

[Cesium133]

I'm sure there will be a TOG on the DJII at some point as well. Would make sense since the DJII was introduced with the fluted bezel and followed up with the smooth bezel. TOG can't be far off.

[WhatTheDeuce]

Platinum Sky-Dweller...

[subkrawler]

Stainless steel Yacht Master II

[ra's ag]

If they make the bigger Daytona and with a date I'll be on the waiting list from day one.

[travisb]

I want Coke or Pepsi, with blue lume to boot.

[jamesbondOO7]

Originally Posted by aksing

I remember reading they cant do ceramic in two colours so the Pepsi ceramic is not possible - anyone confirm or deny? Otherwise bring it on!!!!

It needs a red GMT hand though.

[TheVTCGuy]

How about a 42mm GMT?

[Aventura]

Originally Posted by superdog

ha, it is pretty luggy. BUT, compared to the subC it appears quite small. might be the caseback. it appears less blocky......

if it came out in a pepsi, that would be crazy cool.

I had a 16610 and I sold it. But recently I tried on a 16710 Pepsi and I thought was too small on my wrist. I did not not buy for that reason. Is that what you mean?
Any thoughts of the friends of the forum?