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dthiss · 17 June 2007, 06:11 AM

I too wanted to White face Exp II, but it was almost a toss up between the Black face and white face. Went to my local AD and they had both. Tried them on and then was really confused. Looked at the price and the black dial was $600 cheaper, guess which one I bought.

David

leopardprey · 17 June 2007, 08:35 AM

THat is kind of strange they would price the white one higher. They both should be the same price.

johnliley · 17 June 2007, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

You guys must really think I'm nuts, uh?

In August 2004, I had in fact picked up a white Exp-II; but when I took it home, discovered (to my horror) that it had a large gash across the black coronet on the dial (when I checked under a 10x loupe).

I was so disgusted that I took it back, but no replacement was possible as the papers had already been signed and stamped.

So the AD sent it off to Rolex HQ, Melbourne for a dial replacement. The watch comes back 10 days later with a dial marked only SWISS. Obviously, someone cocked up in Melbourne.....so back went the watch for a proper dial.

Finally it came back 3 weeks later with the correct SWISS MADE dial. All this run around pissed me off and I finally sold off that DEVIRGINISED

watch after a few months.

Now I crave it back, especially after I tried on a brand new, Z-series one this morning.

JJ

Me I went and tried one on today.

JL

Tombstone · 17 June 2007, 10:23 AM

Wow I go out of town for several weeks, I get a minute off to check my
E-mails ECT and what do I see? JJ has the Rolex bug again, good to have you back your last e-mails prior to my departure were sounding un-JJ like I am sick of Rolex, should not have flipped so many, a pair of _ I _ S and a Rolex brought you back. It's good to have you back JJ. Next time you start feeling weak I will send a girlfriend over to help keep you on the right path. Welcome back my friend.

dman · 17 June 2007, 11:05 AM

One of the only watches that I sold that I wish I would have kept, great watch with a stealth factor for sure.

Blue Bull · 17 June 2007, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by ohlins

jj....no need to fret....just satisfy your craving.....

Brilliant pic !!

JJ Irani · 17 June 2007, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by dman

One of the only watches that I sold that I wish I would have kept, great watch with a stealth factor for sure.

Yes, I remember that one, Daren. In fact, at one time I remember you had the white Exp-II and TT Blue Sub combo. Is that right?

TARDIS · 17 June 2007, 05:00 PM

Does anyone have a photo of a white dial Exp II on a black leather strap?

Blue Bull · 17 June 2007, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by TARDIS

Does anyone have a photo of a white dial Exp II on a black leather strap?

Black,brown,green,blue,red leather .... all will look extremely well !! A Jubilee too.I would use a pull through leather strap to give the Expl II a bit more height.Although,I would have great difficulty in removing the Oyster bracelet because it looks fantastic with it ....

RAS · 18 June 2007, 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by leopardprey

THat is kind of strange they would price the white one higher. They both should be the same price.

When I was buying my White face EXP-II and was doing an A-B comparison with a black one, the AD (as well as a few others I've called) mentioned that the black face was more expensive. By about USD250 or 1,000 Malaysian Ringgit due to the higher demand for the black face. Though I could afford the extra USD250, I decided to go for the white as I'm sure I'll regret it once I got home with the black face.

It's just economics I guess... Demand and supply.

puffnmo · 18 June 2007, 02:15 AM

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Originally Posted by RAS

When I was buying my White face EXP-II and was doing an A-B comparison with a black one, the AD (as well as a few others I've called) mentioned that the black face was more expensive. By about USD250 or 1,000 Malaysian Ringgit due to the higher demand for the black face. Though I could afford the extra USD250, I decided to go for the white as I'm sure I'll regret it once I got home with the black face.

It's just economics I guess... Demand and supply.

If this board is any indication, the white face is more popular, hands down.
Maybe they were BSing you, trying to get you to buy one of the slower selling black faces?
I get this kind of crp. from AD's all the time, like every time I visit one.
In everyday life it's called lying. Larry.

ohlins · 18 June 2007, 02:40 AM

here in singapore, the black dial is also more expensive than the white......it's a fact...

RAS · 18 June 2007, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by puffnmo

If this board is any indication, the white face is more popular, hands down.
Maybe they were BSing you, trying to get you to buy one of the slower selling black faces?
I get this kind of crp. from AD's all the time, like every time I visit one.
In everyday life it's called lying. Larry.

I don't think so Larry. On the day I bought my white face EXP-II, I called at least 5 ADs and only one had both models in stock. The rest were on waiting list for the black models and had only the white faces.

When I arrived at the AD, the white face was on display whilst the black face was in the safe and I had to request that it be taken out for me to have an A-B comparison.

Basically all the ADs I went to said the same thing so I don't think it was a BS thing !

ezmoney46 · 18 June 2007, 11:25 AM

No EXP for me I.m holding out for my TT blue sub to go with my SS

pennydanny · 18 June 2007, 04:49 PM

I sold my Exp 2 white dial six months ago. Once the deal was completed and saw my lovely watch walked away with a strange right away I feel I want to buy it back from the buyer.

Six months later I finally got a black dial and two weeks later I bought a white dial. Now I'm a happy guy with my white dial and my wife enjoy her black dial as well.

Dan

amanda · 18 June 2007, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

You guys must really think I'm nuts, uh?

In August 2004, I had in fact picked up a white Exp-II; but when I took it home, discovered (to my horror) that it had a large gash across the black coronet on the dial (when I checked under a 10x loupe).

I was so disgusted that I took it back, but no replacement was possible as the papers had already been signed and stamped.

So the AD sent it off to Rolex HQ, Melbourne for a dial replacement. The watch comes back 10 days later with a dial marked only SWISS. Obviously, someone cocked up in Melbourne.....so back went the watch for a proper dial.

Finally it came back 3 weeks later with the correct SWISS MADE dial. All this run around pissed me off and I finally sold off that DEVIRGINISED

watch after a few months.

Now I crave it back, especially after I tried on a brand new, Z-series one this morning.

JJ

I like the white.... I tried one on and found it had a great wrist presence... I was impressed big time. I also tried on a Sub no date and have to say I do prefer the black Sub on my wrist.

SPACE-DWELLER · 18 June 2007, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by amanda

I like the white.... I tried one on and found it had a great wrist presence... I was impressed big time. I also tried on a Sub no date and have to say I do prefer the black Sub on my wrist.

Nice to see you here again, Amanda.

dman · 19 June 2007, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Yes, I remember that one, Daren. In fact, at one time I remember you had the white Exp-II and TT Blue Sub combo. Is that right?

Yep, sure did GG.

These were taken at the same time.

amanda · 19 June 2007, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Spacedweller

Nice to see you here again, Amanda.

Thankyou! I drop in occasionally

JJ Irani · 19 June 2007, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by dman

Yep, sure did GG.

These were taken at the same time.

WOW!! Excellent pics, Daren....and both beauties!!

amanda · 19 June 2007, 09:24 PM

I think sometimes the brilliant photography one sees of some of these watches can push you over the edge into desiring a certain piece you otherwise might not have bothered looking at.

nko51 · 19 June 2007, 10:11 PM

I myself feel that the WHITE Exp-II, diverges from the traditional Rolex look, and starts blending toward other manufacturer style watches. I would never buy an Exp style watch, unless of course, I could make money on it.

Andad · 20 June 2007, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Alcan

Think??? Don't say it Al, don't say it Al, don't say it Al...........

LMAO

Andad · 20 June 2007, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by ohlins

jj....no need to fret....just satisfy your craving.....

Hey Janet, come and have a look at this.

puffnmo · 20 June 2007, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by RAS

I don't think so Larry. On the day I bought my white face EXP-II, I called at least 5 ADs and only one had both models in stock. The rest were on waiting list for the black models and had only the white faces.

When I arrived at the AD, the white face was on display whilst the black face was in the safe and I had to request that it be taken out for me to have an A-B comparison.

Basically all the ADs I went to said the same thing so I don't think it was a BS thing !

O.K. Gentlemen, it looks like I was mistaken, I did not realise the black dial is more popular in Asia.

I have been shown the two side by side at several AD's here in L.A. and told that they are the same price. Last time I saw them they were both
$5,000.- Larry.

mailman · 20 June 2007, 07:11 PM

I don't like the painted hands on the white dial EXP II

. I think Jocke has a pic of how bad a job can be done on them.

Dylan Wade · 30 September 2008, 01:04 AM

You missed digging this one up JJ- EXP II..........so do you still crave for an EXP II and how is everyone else feeling?

Greenring · 30 September 2008, 02:08 AM

I love my Explorer 2 Paleface. My brother, (who got me started buying Rolexes) said he definately wanted the blackdial, but is vascillating between the black and white dial after I sent him a link to an article on Explorer 2's. I find the Exp2's weigh a few bits less than a sub, and have a smoother profile with its sloping bezel. Plus the 24 hr hand is a bonus for timezone transversers. Its not as dear to buy as the SS Daytona or a sub. Stationary bezel is to my liking as I'm not a bezel fiddler.
Fortunately, my eyesight, while in decline, is still good enough to read the time at a glance. I think its rather elegant in an understated way. Its been a very nice addition to my little collection and is the "beater" of the collection.

Lamone · 30 September 2008, 02:11 AM

I'm craving a Cream/Ivory dial.

Frank 21 · 30 September 2008, 02:28 AM

I recently purchased and then sold my EXP II White dial..I loved it and then got bored with it..I think the bezel gets lost in the watch under different light conditions..The numbers on the bezel seem to vanish under bright light and completely change the look of the watch..Under low light the watch looks great..The look of the watch got so inconsistent for me I ended up selling it..However after looking at the photos under the right light I am really missing it.

17 June 2007, 11:05 AM	#35
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	One of the only watches that I sold that I wish I would have kept, great watch with a stealth factor for sure. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

18 June 2007, 02:40 AM	#42
ohlins "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Singapore Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,213	here in singapore, the black dial is also more expensive than the white......it's a fact... __________________ the hype is true. a crown for every achievement. visit my audio and watch blog & how to use the rolex comfort link?

19 June 2007, 10:11 PM	#52
nko51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Alex Location: USA Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 2,542	I myself feel that the WHITE Exp-II, diverges from the traditional Rolex look, and starts blending toward other manufacturer style watches. I would never buy an Exp style watch, unless of course, I could make money on it. __________________

20 June 2007, 07:11 PM	#56
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	I don't like the painted hands on the white dial EXP II . I think Jocke has a pic of how bad a job can be done on them. __________________ JJ

30 September 2008, 01:04 AM	#57
Dylan Wade Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: BC, Canada Watch: EXP II Posts: 545	You missed digging this one up JJ- EXP II You missed digging this one up JJ- EXP II..........so do you still crave for an EXP II and how is everyone else feeling?

17 June 2007, 06:11 AM	#31
dthiss "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Port Saint Lucie Watch: Air King Posts: 97	I too wanted to White face Exp II, but it was almost a toss up between the Black face and white face. Went to my local AD and they had both. Tried them on and then was really confused. Looked at the price and the black dial was $600 cheaper, guess which one I bought. David

17 June 2007, 08:35 AM	#32
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	THat is kind of strange they would price the white one higher. They both should be the same price.

17 June 2007, 10:23 AM	#34
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	Wow I go out of town for several weeks, I get a minute off to check my E-mails ECT and what do I see? JJ has the Rolex bug again, good to have you back your last e-mails prior to my departure were sounding un-JJ like I am sick of Rolex, should not have flipped so many, a pair of _ I _ S and a Rolex brought you back. It's good to have you back JJ. Next time you start feeling weak I will send a girlfriend over to help keep you on the right path. Welcome back my friend.

17 June 2007, 05:00 PM	#38
TARDIS "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Queensland, AUST Posts: 2,003	Does anyone have a photo of a white dial Exp II on a black leather strap?

18 June 2007, 11:25 AM	#44
ezmoney46 Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: steve Location: florida Watch: several Posts: 711	No EXP for me I.m holding out for my TT blue sub to go with my SS

18 June 2007, 04:49 PM	#45
pennydanny Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Danny Location: United States Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 265	I sold my Exp 2 white dial six months ago. Once the deal was completed and saw my lovely watch walked away with a strange right away I feel I want to buy it back from the buyer. Six months later I finally got a black dial and two weeks later I bought a white dial. Now I'm a happy guy with my white dial and my wife enjoy her black dial as well. Dan

19 June 2007, 09:24 PM	#51
amanda Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,380	I think sometimes the brilliant photography one sees of some of these watches can push you over the edge into desiring a certain piece you otherwise might not have bothered looking at.

30 September 2008, 02:08 AM	#58
Greenring "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Stan Location: Brunswick, Ohio Watch: All of them Posts: 967	I love my Explorer 2 Paleface. My brother, (who got me started buying Rolexes) said he definately wanted the blackdial, but is vascillating between the black and white dial after I sent him a link to an article on Explorer 2's. I find the Exp2's weigh a few bits less than a sub, and have a smoother profile with its sloping bezel. Plus the 24 hr hand is a bonus for timezone transversers. Its not as dear to buy as the SS Daytona or a sub. Stationary bezel is to my liking as I'm not a bezel fiddler. Fortunately, my eyesight, while in decline, is still good enough to read the time at a glance. I think its rather elegant in an understated way. Its been a very nice addition to my little collection and is the "beater" of the collection.

30 September 2008, 02:11 AM	#59
Lamone Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NYC Watch: ya mawt! Posts: 3,448	I'm craving a Cream/Ivory dial.

30 September 2008, 02:28 AM	#60
Frank 21 Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: chicago Posts: 136	I recently purchased and then sold my EXP II White dial..I loved it and then got bored with it..I think the bezel gets lost in the watch under different light conditions..The numbers on the bezel seem to vanish under bright light and completely change the look of the watch..Under low light the watch looks great..The look of the watch got so inconsistent for me I ended up selling it..However after looking at the photos under the right light I am really missing it.

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