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roadie1 · 29 January 2017, 11:20 PM

If I had a Comex, I'd never wear anything else!

Walts · 29 January 2017, 11:21 PM

Comex

lhanddds · 30 January 2017, 12:39 AM

Really sorry your wife dictates how many watches you can bring.

dr35mm · 30 January 2017, 12:40 AM

Comex is too precious, I wouldn't take Daytona near water, so I would go Exp2.

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bayerische · 30 January 2017, 12:43 AM

Don't have a Platona? Not sure they will let you in with either of those.

Just kidding! St Barths is so filled with wonderful watches.

I would go with the Comex, that is an awesome watch!

MonBK · 30 January 2017, 12:45 AM

Ask your wife since she's the one wearing the pants.

Muzz · 30 January 2017, 12:59 AM

I would have a tough time wearing the Comex. If the value wasn't as high as it is then I would wear it. So given it is I would wear the polar.

roadie1 · 30 January 2017, 02:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dr35mm

Comex is too precious, I wouldn't take Daytona near water, so I would go Exp2.

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Why would you not take a Daytona near water? It good down to 330'.

Psmith · 30 January 2017, 03:18 AM

Exp II

sea-dweller · 30 January 2017, 03:36 AM

Daytona...

AK797 · 30 January 2017, 03:39 AM

Comex, yolo.

sensui · 30 January 2017, 04:11 AM

Going to favor the comex here. Most versatile in that line up.

mtgjr · 30 January 2017, 04:12 AM

Comex SD. Sweet watch!

Edit: On second thought, considering the value of the Comex, I'd leave that one behind and wear the Exp II.

Anthony808 · 30 January 2017, 05:29 AM

I'd bring the COMEX. It'll be in it's environment. Sure it would be difficult to replace should something happen to it but what's the point of owning it if you can't enjoy it in a place like St. Barts? Besides, what could go wrong? :)

BNA/LION · 30 January 2017, 05:31 AM

No Decision... COMEX 16600!

nyc2la · 30 January 2017, 05:35 AM

Polar. COMEX is not easily replaced IF something were to happen to it.

RHIII · 30 January 2017, 07:38 AM

Explorer

SALTY · 30 January 2017, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MonBK

Ask your wife since she's the one wearing the pants.

Steel28 · 30 January 2017, 08:01 AM

That Comex is insane. I say it's The One.

kneedeep · 30 January 2017, 08:09 AM

Comex, never leaving your wrist.

Heu · 30 January 2017, 08:15 AM

Explorer

dr35mm · 30 January 2017, 08:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadie1

Why would you not take a Daytona near water? It good down to 330'.

This is me, but I believe Chronos belong in land of air, always dry.

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Daytonaman799 · 30 January 2017, 12:34 PM

Just for reference the Exp II is just as rare as the COMEX. Its the SAS edition if that shifts anyone's mind.

Daytonaman799 · 1 February 2017, 06:56 AM

Going tom am...REALLY thinking of sneaking two with me....its close between COMEX & SAS Exp II

Twenty · 1 February 2017, 07:14 AM

Forgive the ignorance, but why is the Comex special?

Daytonaman799 · 1 February 2017, 07:31 AM

COMEX was a French diving company that was at the forefront of diving technology. In the 60's - 90's they issued watches to their divers so that they could be tested in real working conditions. So Rolex gave the company around 2k watches from the late 70's to the early 2k's. They were given in batches of 100 in both Subs and SD's. The watches came with the double stamp dials and were engraved with a COMEX number on the back. The serial number of the watch is also engraved on the inner case back.

The other watch in question is an SAS Exp II which was offered for sale to serving members of the 22 Special Air Service Rgt which is the grandfather of modern Special Forces units. It too has a special engraved casebook with the regimental insignia as well as the ZAP number of the soldier who purchased it. The case was also engraved with the regimental motto on the side of the case. It is far more controversial than the COMEX but is also super rare.

I really like "issued" watches for the history so thats why i included them....

Twenty · 1 February 2017, 07:37 AM

Thanks for letting me know the history. In the two months I've been on this forum I've learnt an awful about Rolex. That's down to some very knowledgable and patient members...

Majin Buu · 1 February 2017, 08:27 AM

The watch that is intended for adventures: The Explorer !

View Poll Results: Which watch to wear to St Barths
COMEX 16600	51	32.28%
SAS Polar Exp II	62	39.24%
Black 116520 Daytona	45	28.48%
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30 January 2017, 12:40 AM	#34
dr35mm "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: Peter Location: Caribbean Watch: BB58 Posts: 2,398	Comex is too precious, I wouldn't take Daytona near water, so I would go Exp2. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Present: BB58 \| BB36 \| GMW-B5000D-1JF \| 6900-PT80 Past: 16610LN \| 16622 \| 116610LN \| 214270

30 January 2017, 12:43 AM	#35
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	Don't have a Platona? Not sure they will let you in with either of those. Just kidding! St Barths is so filled with wonderful watches. I would go with the Comex, that is an awesome watch! __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

30 January 2017, 03:18 AM	#39
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Exp II __________________

30 January 2017, 03:36 AM	#40
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Daytona... __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

29 January 2017, 11:20 PM	#31
roadie1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southeast Watch: Divers, GMT Posts: 2,149	If I had a Comex, I'd never wear anything else!

29 January 2017, 11:21 PM	#32
Walts "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: New York Posts: 224	Comex

30 January 2017, 12:39 AM	#33
lhanddds Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Watch: of course Posts: 8,429	Really sorry your wife dictates how many watches you can bring.

30 January 2017, 12:45 AM	#36
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	Ask your wife since she's the one wearing the pants.

30 January 2017, 12:59 AM	#37
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	I would have a tough time wearing the Comex. If the value wasn't as high as it is then I would wear it. So given it is I would wear the polar.

30 January 2017, 03:39 AM	#41
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Comex, yolo.

30 January 2017, 04:11 AM	#42
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,446	Going to favor the comex here. Most versatile in that line up.

30 January 2017, 04:12 AM	#43
mtgjr Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,926	Comex SD. Sweet watch! Edit: On second thought, considering the value of the Comex, I'd leave that one behind and wear the Exp II.

30 January 2017, 05:29 AM	#44
Anthony808 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Tony Location: Honolulu Watch: Submariner Posts: 172	I'd bring the COMEX. It'll be in it's environment. Sure it would be difficult to replace should something happen to it but what's the point of owning it if you can't enjoy it in a place like St. Barts? Besides, what could go wrong? :)

30 January 2017, 05:31 AM	#45
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,661	No Decision... COMEX 16600! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

30 January 2017, 05:35 AM	#46
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,424	Polar. COMEX is not easily replaced IF something were to happen to it. __________________ "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." --- RWE

30 January 2017, 07:38 AM	#47
RHIII Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Roger Location: ... Watch: AP/Rolex/PP Posts: 6,309	Explorer

30 January 2017, 08:01 AM	#49
Steel28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Canada Watch: BLNR Posts: 1,019	That Comex is insane. I say it's The One. __________________ Rolex GMT-Master IIc 116710BLNR

30 January 2017, 08:09 AM	#50
kneedeep "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Not 2 far from u Posts: 3,457	Comex, never leaving your wrist.

30 January 2017, 08:15 AM	#51
Heu "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Brasil Posts: 1,766	Explorer

30 January 2017, 12:34 PM	#53
Daytonaman799 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NYC/South Fl Watch: Rolex, Patek Posts: 3,693	Just for reference the Exp II is just as rare as the COMEX. Its the SAS edition if that shifts anyone's mind.

1 February 2017, 06:56 AM	#54
Daytonaman799 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NYC/South Fl Watch: Rolex, Patek Posts: 3,693	Going tom am...REALLY thinking of sneaking two with me....its close between COMEX & SAS Exp II

1 February 2017, 07:14 AM	#55
Twenty "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: London, UK Watch: BLNR Posts: 87	Forgive the ignorance, but why is the Comex special?

1 February 2017, 07:31 AM	#56
Daytonaman799 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NYC/South Fl Watch: Rolex, Patek Posts: 3,693	COMEX was a French diving company that was at the forefront of diving technology. In the 60's - 90's they issued watches to their divers so that they could be tested in real working conditions. So Rolex gave the company around 2k watches from the late 70's to the early 2k's. They were given in batches of 100 in both Subs and SD's. The watches came with the double stamp dials and were engraved with a COMEX number on the back. The serial number of the watch is also engraved on the inner case back. The other watch in question is an SAS Exp II which was offered for sale to serving members of the 22 Special Air Service Rgt which is the grandfather of modern Special Forces units. It too has a special engraved casebook with the regimental insignia as well as the ZAP number of the soldier who purchased it. The case was also engraved with the regimental motto on the side of the case. It is far more controversial than the COMEX but is also super rare. I really like "issued" watches for the history so thats why i included them....

1 February 2017, 07:37 AM	#57
Twenty "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: London, UK Watch: BLNR Posts: 87	Thanks for letting me know the history. In the two months I've been on this forum I've learnt an awful about Rolex. That's down to some very knowledgable and patient members...

1 February 2017, 08:27 AM	#58
Majin Buu "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Joe Location: Planet Earth Watch: Datejust now Posts: 928	The watch that is intended for adventures: The Explorer !

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