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24 March 2011, 05:29 AM
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Basel '11 Explorer II - In Depth (caution-Hi Rez)
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EXPLORER_II_04.jpg EXPLORER_II_03.jpg EXPLORER_II_05.jpg ExpBlack.jpg ExpLume.jpg OYSTER PERPETUAL EXPLORER II CASE Type: OYSTER (monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown) Diameter: 42 mm Material: 904L stainless steel superalloy, polished and satin finished Case back Screw-down with Rolex fluting Bezel: Fixed, 24-hour graduated, sun satin finished, polished bevelled edge Winding crown: Screw-down, TWINLOCK double waterproofness system Shoulders to protect the crown Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire CYCLOPS lens (2.5 ×) over the date, double anti-reflective coating Waterproofness 100 metres (330 feet) MOVEMENT Calibre 3187, Manufacture RolexPrecision Officially certified Swiss chronometer Functions: . 24-hour hand GMT with independent rapid-setting of the hour hand . Instantaneous date at 3 o’clock . Stop-seconds for precise time setting . Oscillator Frequency: 28,800 beats/hour (4 Hz) . Non-magnetic blue PARACHROM hairspring . Breguet overcoil . Large balance wheel with variable inertia . High-precision regulating via four gold MICROSTELL A nuts . Traversing (full) balance bridge . High-performance PARAFLEX shock absorbers . Jewelling 31 rubies . Winding Bidirectional self-winding via PERPETUAL rotor . Power reserve Approximately 48 hours DIALS - White lacquered CHROMALIGHT display with long-lasting luminescence Hands White gold, wide, hollowed, black lacquered Orange 24-hour hand - Black, satin finished CHROMALIGHT display with long-lasting luminescence Hands White gold, wide, hollowed, “phantom effect” (black base on black dial) Orange 24-hour hand, “phantom effect” (black base on black dial) Hour markers Highly legible white gold appliques BRACELET Type OYSTER, three-piece solid links Material 904L steel superalloy, satin finished, polished edge Clasp OYSTERLOCK folding clasp with safety catch EASYLINK 5 mm comfort extension link REFERENCE (CASE – BRACELET): 216570 – 77210
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24 March 2011, 05:32 AM
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Wow !
 Wheres the black version too?
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24 March 2011, 05:33 AM
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Beautiful Larry..
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24 March 2011, 05:36 AM
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"LAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA" """"
Hear that? It's the new EXP II singing to me 
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24 March 2011, 05:36 AM
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What the heck?!? 42mm?
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24 March 2011, 05:38 AM
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Thanks, Larry!
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24 March 2011, 05:41 AM
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My next purchase.
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24 March 2011, 05:41 AM
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Why, oh why, oh why did they have to go and make it a bloody 42mm?!?
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24 March 2011, 05:42 AM
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Thanks for the Pic Larry!
Very pretty!
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24 March 2011, 05:49 AM
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I really like the black dial on this one. Man, might be a reason to add a GMT to my collection!!
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24 March 2011, 05:53 AM
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Love the look not the size.Old one the Polar this one the Bi-Polar I was manic to get one but now I'm depressed it is 42mm
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24 March 2011, 05:54 AM
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I can't wait to get my hands on one to see all the improvements up close. Sounds like a pretty nice watch, but I definitely prefer the black dial.
Guys, it's only 2mm's. The women's line is now 36 so there needs to be some difference in size. 42 mm is a very comfortable for a man's watch, and with the amazing clasp, it will probably be very comfy on the wrist.
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24 March 2011, 05:55 AM
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Does everyone really like the orange that much?
I think I prefer the red on my current 16570 Exp II. However, I am all for the new movement & upgraded bracelet. Not sure yet about 42 mm and no triplock crown.  I wish Rolex would talk to me first before redesigning their watches 
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24 March 2011, 05:55 AM
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Yes, wish they had detailed pics in black!
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24 March 2011, 05:55 AM
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Tough choice: black or white?
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24 March 2011, 05:56 AM
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Anyone have any insight into the 3187 movement calibre "that boasts Paraflex shock absorbers and a non-magnetic Parachrom hairspring" I am assuming the GMTC, Sub-C, any other Rolex with the blue parachrom has the "paraflex shock absorption" as well??? or is this new? Thanks.
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24 March 2011, 05:59 AM
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24 March 2011, 06:01 AM
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24 March 2011, 06:02 AM
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24 March 2011, 06:06 AM
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Oh awesome - maxi dial, no fat lugs, upgraded bracelet... I'm totally in. Nice job Rolex!
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24 March 2011, 06:07 AM
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Any pics of the bracelet? Is the bracelet same as the Sub-C ?
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24 March 2011, 06:09 AM
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24 March 2011, 06:11 AM
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Thanks Larry ! Excellent pictures.
Compared with the new C Subs and GMTs, I think this is better balanced, its not that bulk, no center polished link and without a complicated bezel. If it had also lug holes........ This is a GMT and Sub lover speaking, that dislikes their new versions.
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24 March 2011, 06:11 AM
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Yep I absolutely need this watch. I need to start planting the seed in my wife's head so she will be prepared when I discuss the purchase of this watch in 6 - 8 months.
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24 March 2011, 06:13 AM
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Good work, Larry.
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24 March 2011, 06:13 AM
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Thanks Larry
Yep, I'm loving this one.....a lot
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24 March 2011, 06:16 AM
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Does the 42mm make this watch more popular outside of us watch freaks?
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24 March 2011, 06:16 AM
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Thanks Larry.
Is the bezel 904L? |
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24 March 2011, 06:16 AM
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I was thinking of getting one but now I might just go all out big and get the Breitling Emergency instead... At least that thing has a reason to be too big! |
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24 March 2011, 06:18 AM
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I really like what they have done to upgrade the Explorer-II's now we need to wait and see what they are going to charge for the upgrades!!!
Thanx larry.....
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