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aaronr · 2 January 2010, 06:08 AM

the more I read this thread, the more I think I need to start looking for an Explorer I, what an awesome looking watch!

kyle L · 2 January 2010, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by aaronr

the more I read this thread, the more I think I need to start looking for an Explorer I, what an awesome looking watch!

I'm glad you bumped my favorite thread Aaron.

aaronr · 2 January 2010, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by kyle L

I'm glad you bumped my favorite thread Aaron.

I'm supposed to be shopping for my wife's B- Day present (SS Dj with Diamond dial), but its making me want another watch for me.

I'm torn between the Explorer I and a black face SS Turnograph DJ.

Howie · 2 January 2010, 06:18 AM

I like the explorer, just felt it to be a tad small, so I opted for the Milgauss in lieu of it.

JBat · 2 January 2010, 06:56 AM

It's a great looking watch, no question, but I think I'll go DJ or white Explorer II before I consider one.

MAWhite · 2 January 2010, 09:34 AM

Joe,
Maybe you are ahead of the curve.

Lately Rolex has jumped on the bigger is better band wagon and thrown a bunch of funky colored/designed dials, gaudy lightning bolt hands, BLINGY polished bracelets and obvious jewelry bezels at us.

So now you look at the Exp1 and see everything that made a Rolex a classic for so many years.
Best,
Mike

sea-dweller · 2 January 2010, 11:07 AM

Well said ! The Explorer 1 is a classic !

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Originally Posted by MAWhite

Lately Rolex has jumped on the bigger is better band wagon and thrown a bunch of funky colored/designed dials, gaudy lightning bolt hands, BLINGY polished bracelets and obvious jewelry bezels at us.

So now you look at the Exp1 and see everything that made a Rolex a classic for so many years.
Best,
Mike

robsteve · 2 January 2010, 11:23 AM

Add me to the Explorer fan base. I don't know if it is because it is just such a simple and classic design, or that I have been looking at one for about 45 years. As I posted in the vintage section, this was my dad's from new and I now wear it. New style bracelt, but the watch dates from about 1952-53.

Robert

delldeaton · 2 January 2010, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by joe100

I know the Explorer MkI has never been the most wildly popular model (well if you don't count those few years in Japan) but recently it seem to be gaining some standing.

I used to really dislike this watch, a lot. I thought it was boring and bland, without any interesting features. However, one day, I woke up and loved it. Do I know why? Nope. Do I care? same answer. One day, it was the Explorer and nothing else. Everything that made the watch boring and uninteresting suddenly became exciting.

What does everyone think? Is this watch seeing a resurgence of interest? The economic outlook right now makes this stealth Rolex attractive because it's a bit harder to spot. However to us, it's everything that a classic Rolex should be.

So is the Explorer more popular now or am I just noticing it more because I had to have one? Maybe a bit of both?

Best regards from the the land of the 14270,

Joe

My inquiries have led me to believe that great thinkers have long appreciated the value of the Rolex Explorer!

"Discovered: James Bond's Rolex," February 2009 WatchTime, now online in HTML.

nyyankees · 2 January 2010, 02:51 PM

I had one a few years ago, a D serial. It was actually a great watch. I traded it for a D serial Sub 14060M at the time because it was offered to me as an even trade and I couldn't pass it up. I liked the clean lines, the ruggedness, and the stealth of that watch. I wouldn't get another only because I have a Sub ND.

RRGHOST1 · 2 January 2010, 09:35 PM

I like the watch, as its simplicity makes it very endearing. The only problem is its size, it needs to be 40mm, as it does look a bit feminine on a big wrist.

andy102 · 2 January 2010, 11:14 PM

I wear an Explorer as my day to day watch and have done for 7 years.
It's reliability, quality and small size make it perfect. Plus it doesn't attract to much attention which is great when traveling in less than ideal surroundings.

spuds · 3 January 2010, 01:27 AM

It's a beautiful watch.
Classy, versatile & understated.

Just a tad small for me & I'd miss the date BUT that's purely a personal preference.

Widows Son · 3 January 2010, 01:48 AM

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Originally Posted by robsteve

Add me to the Explorer fan base. I don't know if it is because it is just such a simple and classic design, or that I have been looking at one for about 45 years. As I posted in the vintage section, this was my dad's from new and I now wear it. New style bracelt, but the watch dates from about 1952-53.

Robert

Gorgeous watch Robert. I love those hands. Nothing like an heirloom.

3 January 2010, 01:27 AM	#73
spuds "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Dan Location: Essex, UK Watch: West Ham! COYI!! Posts: 7,941	It's a beautiful watch. Classy, versatile & understated. Just a tad small for me & I'd miss the date BUT that's purely a personal preference. __________________ Onwards & Upwards Rodders...... Onwards & Upwards. Life is not about how fast you can run or how high you can climb........... It's about how well you can bounce!! TRF HALL OF FAME JANUARY 2010

2 January 2010, 06:08 AM	#61
aaronr "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: Indiana Watch: 16200 DJ & 116710 Posts: 127	the more I read this thread, the more I think I need to start looking for an Explorer I, what an awesome looking watch!

2 January 2010, 06:18 AM	#64
Howie "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New York Posts: 1,038	I like the explorer, just felt it to be a tad small, so I opted for the Milgauss in lieu of it.

2 January 2010, 06:56 AM	#65
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	It's a great looking watch, no question, but I think I'll go DJ or white Explorer II before I consider one.

2 January 2010, 09:34 AM	#66
MAWhite Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: St. Louis Watch: Never Just One! Posts: 308	Joe, Maybe you are ahead of the curve. Lately Rolex has jumped on the bigger is better band wagon and thrown a bunch of funky colored/designed dials, gaudy lightning bolt hands, BLINGY polished bracelets and obvious jewelry bezels at us. So now you look at the Exp1 and see everything that made a Rolex a classic for so many years. Best, Mike

2 January 2010, 11:23 AM	#68
robsteve "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 776	Add me to the Explorer fan base. I don't know if it is because it is just such a simple and classic design, or that I have been looking at one for about 45 years. As I posted in the vintage section, this was my dad's from new and I now wear it. New style bracelt, but the watch dates from about 1952-53. Robert

2 January 2010, 02:51 PM	#70
nyyankees "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southeastern PA Watch: 1216610 Posts: 2,131	I had one a few years ago, a D serial. It was actually a great watch. I traded it for a D serial Sub 14060M at the time because it was offered to me as an even trade and I couldn't pass it up. I liked the clean lines, the ruggedness, and the stealth of that watch. I wouldn't get another only because I have a Sub ND.

2 January 2010, 09:35 PM	#71
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,997	I like the watch, as its simplicity makes it very endearing. The only problem is its size, it needs to be 40mm, as it does look a bit feminine on a big wrist.

2 January 2010, 11:14 PM	#72
andy102 Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Sussex, UK Posts: 43	I wear an Explorer as my day to day watch and have done for 7 years. It's reliability, quality and small size make it perfect. Plus it doesn't attract to much attention which is great when traveling in less than ideal surroundings.

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