I'm jumping off this crazy train.......

[HDHNTER]

If I were a betting man.....

[bayerische]

Originally Posted by HDHNTER

If I were a betting man.....

That's a damn good movie.

[PJR]

Hm...I wonder what he ment by "My only reservations I have had with this watch was the size"?

[Hooper]

And for me that is simply 16610

[capote]

Wow, Rolex nirvana. Almost unheard of

I do gotta say you reach nirvana with a great watch, I'm a big fan of 36 mm Exp as well.

[subtona]

Originally Posted by Beelzy

Ahh, the Sounds of a Vintage Rolex fan being born.

Originally Posted by capote

Wow, Rolex nirvana. Almost unheard of

I do gotta say you reach nirvana with a great watch, I'm a big fan of 36 mm Exp as well.

x2


to OP,
congratulations! sit back and enjoy. what will you do with all that extra time???????????????

great watch, i bought it for my dad but had it on my wrist for a couple of days.... it was tough to give up i really liked the way it wore.

[zeuloa]

Originally Posted by Dan2010

I'm done. Finished. I can't take it anymore. I have flipped my last watch and I am happy about it. I have owned everything I care to own in the Rolex line up and I am done. Seriously.

I just sold my 214270 that I bought 10 days ago for a V serial nearly new 114270 that will be here tomorrow. This makes Rolex number 10 for me in the last 20 months and I will now kick back and enjoy my watch without lusting for another any longer.

Why did I sell my 214270 after 10 days you ask? Well, the same reason I sold the last one I had for only a week and the same reason I sold my two Sub Cs. I don't like all the changes that have been made. Just like I can't get past the lugs on the Sub C, I can't get past the short minute hand, the matte dial or the non lumed/painted 3,6,9 on the new Explorer. I have tried and tried and tried...........................I shouldn't have to TRY so hard to actually like a watch. I should love it with no explanations nor should I have to convince myself.

I liked the GMTIIC I had but I learned that I don't like PCLs no matter how hard I try to convince myself. I have had THREE 14060Ms. I love this watch; it was my first Rolex and is still my 2nd favorite watch of all time. However, I am a one watch guy and I wanted something a little dressier, yet sporty. If I was a 2 watch guy, I would still have one.

What fits all my criteria as a "one watch guy"? The 36MM Explorer 114270. My only reservations I have had with this watch was the size. However, I have been trying on a lot of similar sized watches lately and remembering the one I owned for 3 days, I can honestly say it works. It is actually WHAT I WANT. I DONT want a ginormous watch. I want something that is classic, durable and simple. I've heard it called the stealth Rolex. I think that is accurate. I feel that the 36MM Explorer has probably the best dial ever made by Rolex. Perfect symmetry. I feel Rolex just crapped all over the place when they made the 39MM Explorer. The new supersized watches Rolex has produced have lost something. And listening to everyone gush over the new models has made me feel that it is time to enjoy what I have and realize Rolex is going in a different direction than me. And thats ok. I'm moving my watch passion more to the inner workings of the watch than just what they look like on the outside and a cursory understanding on what goes on inside. That is where I will be focusing the energy I used to use on finding the perfect watch for me. Yet a final reason, the 36MM works for me, my little girl has shown an interest in watches. I can leave my Explorer to her when I am done on this earth and she will have grown up watching me wear it and it will look as good on her as it does on me.

So this is yet another chapter in my watch journey. Thanks for listening and I look forward to listening to everyone elses journey and continuing to share this crazy passion. Free beers in JJs Bar. Sinko is paying!

Beard Jewlers in Lufkin, TX had a BNIB Explorer 36mm if your interested...

[bayerische]

Well, did you know Nirvana also has a Nirvana?!

[Jocke]

Dan, just say hey to Ozzy.

[nch209]

You'll be back flipping.... you'll be back!!!

[Kanger]

Dan. I am just happy you found the one. Congrats man.

[Puffy]

Famous last words, see you soon Dan!!

[Actsulb]

Congrats Dan! You have reached Rolex nirvana!

[SaddleSC]

I don't think I am going to hold my breath. I cannot believe you let the 14060 go again. That always seems to be the watch you return to and if I were a betting man, you will have another Submariner within 3 months.

[Le Chef]

Stop that train: I'm leavin' - today!
Stop that train: I'm leavin' - anyway!
Stop that train: I'm leavin'. And I said:
It won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong;
I said, it won't be too long whether I'm right or wrong.

All my good life I've been a lonely man,
Teachin' my people who don't understand;
And even though I tried my best,
I still can't find no happiness.

[spuds]

Seriously Dan good on you mate....

I know exactly how you feel too.

I currently have three Rolex watches but two're just staying in the safe until I give 'em to my sons 'cos my 216570's everything I've ever wanted in a watch.

[kyle L]

Next is a 1016...

[Jocke]

Congrats to your new book Dan.

[matt4hand]

Originally Posted by Jocke

Congrats to your new book Dan.

Jocke! I want the Matt 4 hand edition! Too stinking funny!

[HDHNTER]

Originally Posted by Jocke

Congrats to your new book Dan.

Now THAT is hilarious!!!!!!!!

[Lol-x]

You can jump off the Rolex train, but only to stretch your legs, but you will jump back on and go to the next station....there's always another station just a little down the road......

Until then.........

[Art 1]

I hear you and understand. This sickness will drive one mad. I've been restless since seeing the ex2 42 the other day. It's just crazy.

[rfknauss]

Dan ..... can't wait to see the pics of your next Rolex purchase!

[Art 1]

Originally Posted by rfknauss

Dan ..... can't wait to see the pics of your next Rolex purchase!

The incoming or the one he'll get in a few weeks.

[tudorlex]

Ahh, the Sounds of a Vintage Rolex fan being born.

I love this comment!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Dan2010]

Everybody............

[nyyankees]

Good for you Dan. I did the same and have been a 1 rolex guy since April. I am getting the itch again though! It's tough to fight. 16610 is the one I have and when I look at trading it I relaize it's pretty nice. we'll see. It's a journey.

[dddrees]

Well at least you are thoroughly EXPLORING all of your options.

Congrats

[FAU1966]

enjoy!!

[xjeeunitx]

It's gonna be rough man. You might as well never come back on TRF because... well, you already know why. Good luck on your journey and definitely, congratulations on your Explorer.

I would get the 36MM Explorer only if it came with the updated clasp.