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AJMarcus · 30 July 2020, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by glamorama

The movement is old and due to be updated. The design is 10 year old with minor changes to dial and hands, it comes from same era as DJII and DDII.

The Explorer DNA is actually derived from the 1950s Oyster Perpetual NOT the DJ.

It’s iconic. The only true tool watch still in the Rolex line-up

glamorama · 30 July 2020, 06:28 AM

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Originally Posted by AJMarcus

The Explorer DNA is actually derived from the 1950s Oyster Perpetual NOT the DJ.

It’s iconic. The only true tool watch still in the Rolex line-up

I was referring to the design language

Harry-57 · 30 July 2020, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by pianomankd

I'm ready to pull the trigger, but I'm nervous that I'm going to grow to hate the 39mm size.

You have essentially answered your own question.

Nobody can make you love it except you. If you need to ask, you don't want it, even though you have succeeded in getting a bunch of strangers to convince you that you do.

Congratulations. It's a great watch. I'm sure the novelty will be good while it lasts. And who knows, maybe our love of it will make you love it for longer?

Ricky Rolex · 30 July 2020, 07:32 AM

You will not be disappointed. Amazing watch that looks so much better in the flesh.

The most legible Rolex dial on the market in my humble opinion.

Despite owning a Sub, DJ & Seamaster I literally wear the Explorer everyday. A true collection killer!

ethach11 · 30 July 2020, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by pianomankd

Thanks everyone. I'm going to go for it.

Sorry I'm late but congrats, great choice!

pianomankd · 30 July 2020, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Harry-57

You have essentially answered your own question.

Nobody can make you love it except you. If you need to ask, you don't want it, even though you have succeeded in getting a bunch of strangers to convince you that you do.

Congratulations. It's a great watch. I'm sure the novelty will be good while it lasts. And who knows, maybe our love of it will make you love it for longer?

Did you lost some money in the stock market today or something?

I hope you find happiness.

TheWatchmen · 31 July 2020, 02:08 AM

Congrats on pulling the trigger. Here’s my Mk1. Crappy photo but I like how light bends and curves around the high polish numerals. I also like that this watch is a little quarky with the smaller hands (which I literally would never have noticed if someone didn’t point it out). I think the Mk2 is more in line with the heritage of the original Explorer, but I could care less. I like this for what it is (whatever that happens to be). It’s a little less sporty than a Mk2 but a touch more elegant, and to me, a little more versatile. This is my #1 and only Rolex I kept after buying and selling a handful of others.

Welcome to the club.

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Roddypeepa · 31 July 2020, 03:40 AM

How can anyone hate that. Only downside is time only but if you’ve got a glut of extra complications already it’s a no brainer.

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Gimoozaabi · 31 July 2020, 05:18 AM

Post pics when you get it!

You will not be disappointed, the more you wear it the more you will appreciate it. The problem with it is that it could be your one and only watch for all occasions and you can start neglecting the rest of your collection.

Hutrmila · 31 July 2020, 05:25 AM

... although the Everest peak is the DNA of the watch this picture shall not be omitted ... depicting how dressy and serious it can get

... believe most will do recognize the character

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Jhowton23 · 31 July 2020, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Marcjvr

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the guy in the first pic wearing an explorer must be a real stud! (hint: its me)(second hint: yes the explorer is perfect)

HERITAGE82 · 31 July 2020, 05:35 AM

It also looks great on Jubilee...

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Jhowton23 · 31 July 2020, 05:45 AM

Here’s another quick pic for ya

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Jhowton23 · 31 July 2020, 05:46 AM

Heeeere it is

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HogwldFLTR · 31 July 2020, 05:57 AM

Here's my real belief and I like the watch a lot. I've played with buying one over the years and never took the leap. It really is pretty much an OP with a Mercedes hour hand and lumed second hand. The three lit numerals were on OPs and still are. The lumed stick markers are similar to the DateJusts and OPs. Heredity aside (even the heredity is questionable as the watch used in the Everest climb was labeled OP but was beefed up and ultimately may not have even been used).

The thing that would make it more interesting to me is if they got rid of the stick marker and replaced them with markers like in the subs and GMTs. It would provide better night visibility. So it's basically an OP with different hands imho. Oh, OK, it's cot a different clasp as well.

Marcjvr · 31 July 2020, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Jhowton23

the guy in the first pic wearing an explorer must be a real stud! (hint: its me)(second hint: yes the explorer is perfect)

Lol I grabbed the top 3 from social media cos they are great pics. The last 2 are me.

Your pic was one of the best

Jhowton23 · 31 July 2020, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Marcjvr

Lol I grabbed the top 3 from social media cos they are great pics. The last 2 are me.

Your pic was one of the best

Thank you for the compliment! Love seeing that you take yours on adventures as well. also coincidentally- on a mountain was the only place ive had mine noticed!

2nastie · 31 July 2020, 06:46 AM

Wears better than any modern Rolex 40-41 (minus the Daytona).

Get it!

Harry-57 · 31 July 2020, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by pianomankd

Did you lost some money in the stock market today or something?.

No.

Congratulations again. It's a fantastic watch - even if you needed other peoples' permission to buy it.

173rdabn · 31 July 2020, 07:19 AM

A really great watch. Sorry I got rid of mine.

watchdisplay · 31 July 2020, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by pianomankd

I'm ready to pull the trigger, but I'm nervous that I'm going to grow to hate the 39mm size.

I've been a 40-41 wearer my whole life, but the simplicity of the EX1 is making me crazy!

If you got some recent wrist shot photos, would you care to share?

THANKS!

- Kyle

I personally think the OP 39 wears much better on my wrist compared to the explorer 1 39. The explorer 1 wore very flat on my wrist.

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Boothroyd · 31 July 2020, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by TheWatchmen

Congrats on pulling the trigger. Here’s my Mk1. Crappy photo but I like how light bends and curves around the high polish numerals. I also like that this watch is a little quarky with the smaller hands (which I literally would never have noticed if someone didn’t point it out). I think the Mk2 is more in line with the heritage of the original Explorer, but I could care less. I like this for what it is (whatever that happens to be). It’s a little less sporty than a Mk2 but a touch more elegant, and to me, a little more versatile. This is my #1 and only Rolex I kept after buying and selling a handful of others.

Welcome to the club.

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Agreed on the Mark I. I will never sell mine.

Marcjvr · 31 July 2020, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Jhowton23

Thank you for the compliment! Love seeing that you take yours on adventures as well. also coincidentally- on a mountain was the only place ive had mine noticed!

It’s such a great watch. It’s a must for exploring...

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SeanE · 31 July 2020, 11:23 AM

I went back and forth over the Explorer 1 and Explorer 2. I went with the 2 because I really wanted the date function on my daily wear watch. I would LOVE to have Explorer 1 for a change of pace and/or weekends. Get it.

pianomankd · 31 July 2020, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Harry-57

No.

Congratulations again. It's a fantastic watch - even if you needed other peoples' permission to buy it.

Geez man. I hope you find what you’re looking for in life.

maylebox · 31 July 2020, 01:20 PM

It's the perfect companion for a Giants game, a pastrami benedict breakfast, or just a 7.25 inch wrist

StillTrying · 31 July 2020, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by SeanE

I went back and forth over the Explorer 1 and Explorer 2. I went with the 2 because I really wanted the date function on my daily wear watch. I would LOVE to have Explorer 1 for a change of pace and/or weekends. Get it.

I was in the same boat. First went with the explorer, then went with the explorer II. I wear the Exp II weekdays and the Exp weekends.

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madplatter3381 · 31 July 2020, 02:41 PM

I'm sold. A true classic.

inLine4 · 2 August 2020, 12:05 AM

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30 July 2020, 07:32 AM	#64
Ricky Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: London Watch: Various Posts: 1,214	You will not be disappointed. Amazing watch that looks so much better in the flesh. The most legible Rolex dial on the market in my humble opinion. Despite owning a Sub, DJ & Seamaster I literally wear the Explorer everyday. A true collection killer! __________________ Have previously owned & own ♛GMT II Coke 16710♛ ♛DateJust 16030♛ ♛Explorer 214270 mk2♛ Submariner 116610LN♛ 126711CHNR ♛

31 July 2020, 05:35 AM	#72
HERITAGE82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 3,435	It also looks great on Jubilee... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ - Rolex Explorer - 214270 - Tudor Black Bay - 79230B - Tudor Chronograph - 79270P - Breitling Chronomat - 10th Anniv. - Huguenin Freres Speedmaster Prototype

31 July 2020, 05:57 AM	#75
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,674	Here's my real belief and I like the watch a lot. I've played with buying one over the years and never took the leap. It really is pretty much an OP with a Mercedes hour hand and lumed second hand. The three lit numerals were on OPs and still are. The lumed stick markers are similar to the DateJusts and OPs. Heredity aside (even the heredity is questionable as the watch used in the Everest climb was labeled OP but was beefed up and ultimately may not have even been used). The thing that would make it more interesting to me is if they got rid of the stick marker and replaced them with markers like in the subs and GMTs. It would provide better night visibility. So it's basically an OP with different hands imho. Oh, OK, it's cot a different clasp as well. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

2 August 2020, 12:05 AM	#89
inLine4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: KC Location: GMT-5 Watch: GSAR Posts: 2,104	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ "Be Real, Buy Real."

31 July 2020, 02:08 AM	#67
TheWatchmen "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: The Moon Posts: 1,365	Congrats on pulling the trigger. Here’s my Mk1. Crappy photo but I like how light bends and curves around the high polish numerals. I also like that this watch is a little quarky with the smaller hands (which I literally would never have noticed if someone didn’t point it out). I think the Mk2 is more in line with the heritage of the original Explorer, but I could care less. I like this for what it is (whatever that happens to be). It’s a little less sporty than a Mk2 but a touch more elegant, and to me, a little more versatile. This is my #1 and only Rolex I kept after buying and selling a handful of others. Welcome to the club. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 July 2020, 03:40 AM	#68
Roddypeepa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Real Name: Mark Location: Southern England Watch: DJ41 SubC SMP mast Posts: 1,683	How can anyone hate that. Only downside is time only but if you’ve got a glut of extra complications already it’s a no brainer. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 July 2020, 05:18 AM	#69
Gimoozaabi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: LBSF Watch: ing the grass grow Posts: 699	Post pics when you get it! You will not be disappointed, the more you wear it the more you will appreciate it. The problem with it is that it could be your one and only watch for all occasions and you can start neglecting the rest of your collection.

31 July 2020, 05:25 AM	#70
Hutrmila "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Slovakia Posts: 331	... although the Everest peak is the DNA of the watch this picture shall not be omitted ... depicting how dressy and serious it can get ... believe most will do recognize the character Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 July 2020, 05:45 AM	#73
Jhowton23 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: John Location: Northern VA Posts: 232	Here’s another quick pic for ya Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 July 2020, 05:46 AM	#74
Jhowton23 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: John Location: Northern VA Posts: 232	Heeeere it is Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 July 2020, 06:46 AM	#78
2nastie "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: YVR Watch: Time Only Posts: 2,332	Wears better than any modern Rolex 40-41 (minus the Daytona). Get it!

31 July 2020, 07:19 AM	#80
173rdabn 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: George Location: Cape Cod Watch: 216570 Explorer II Posts: 2,418	A really great watch. Sorry I got rid of mine.

31 July 2020, 11:23 AM	#84
SeanE "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Boston Watch: Rolex Explorer ii Posts: 52	I went back and forth over the Explorer 1 and Explorer 2. I went with the 2 because I really wanted the date function on my daily wear watch. I would LOVE to have Explorer 1 for a change of pace and/or weekends. Get it.

31 July 2020, 01:20 PM	#86
maylebox "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 881	It's the perfect companion for a Giants game, a pastrami benedict breakfast, or just a 7.25 inch wrist

31 July 2020, 02:41 PM	#88
madplatter3381 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: San Francisco Watch: 16700 Pepsi Posts: 10	I'm sold. A true classic.

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