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Rabidmonk0 · 18 November 2019, 05:08 AM

I vote yes. I have one and love how understated it is. I also love how the numerals add just enough character to keep the watch from being boring.

Mcfly3 · 18 November 2019, 08:52 AM

I went with an Black OP39, only thing I like about the Explorer is the hands and the easy link. It’s almost 1000$ more which I don’t think it’s worth it compared to OP. I didn’t like the 3,6,9 or the flat crown unlike the OP which has a raised crown that IMO looks a lot better. Either way get what you like. Also the OP has a lot more history behind it which the explorer gets credit for I don’t know why.

vette boy 52 · 18 November 2019, 09:00 AM

Yes.

sickened1 · 18 November 2019, 09:06 AM

Yes.

Paul H · 18 November 2019, 09:21 AM

I my opinion, I wish that they had not embellished the indices with WG surround from 14270 forward but having said that the Explorer is the most classic and versatile of all Rolex watches. Its clean and elegant simplicity adapts to any situation. If you want only one Rolex to wear, this is the one.

NachoNeal · 18 November 2019, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crazymcmichael

39mm explorer 1 yes or no

It would be wrong not to.

Spartacus · 18 November 2019, 10:49 AM

1000% yes.

tacotaco · 18 November 2019, 11:20 AM

A bit boring but a great under the radar “one and done”

startrolexendrolex · 18 November 2019, 12:32 PM

Yes, love the simple but very good looking explore.

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diracpoint · 18 November 2019, 02:47 PM

Yes! Yes!! Yes!!!

0315 · 18 November 2019, 02:52 PM

To me, the explorer is the coolest rlx from the current availabilities

SkyJuice · 18 November 2019, 03:41 PM

Wish they come in white dial.

explorer1982 · 18 November 2019, 03:54 PM

I love my mk2. Have worn it almost every day since buying it 9 months ago and my joy and appreciation for it hasn't faded. I absolutely love this watch. It's as versatile as they say - dresses up and down like a chameleon - and the "slow release" pleasure you get from the stellar design is just fantastic.

importstunna · 18 November 2019, 04:13 PM

1000% yes. It's my one-watch collection pick if I ever go down that route.

RolexDad · 18 November 2019, 04:33 PM

The 214270 is darn near perfect. I had a 36mm 114270 for quite some time, but in the end it just was too small for some occasions/attire. I now have the 39mm, and it is such a great watch. The 39mm size on the 214270 solves the size problem, plus the construction is rock solid now. Comfort, class, versatility, value— the 214270 has it all.

PS I have a Mk1, and don’t let anyone tell you this watch is a dog. At $1000-1500 less vs a Mk2, I think it’s certainly worth a look rather than going 100% blindly with the herd.

SLWoodster · 18 November 2019, 05:16 PM

You will love it coming from a 42mm white dial.

DLRIDES · 18 November 2019, 07:57 PM

I think it’s one of the best looking watches Rolex makes, or has ever made !

Had one for a short while and IMO ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,too small for a wrist over 7”.

Boney3147 · 21 November 2019, 05:19 AM

Yay

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TommyBahama18 · 21 November 2019, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crazymcmichael

I had a episode in the beginning i found it a real boring wristwatch but it looks now totally different to me... Would it be to similar to my 114060????

I have both and can tell you they’re both unique enough to have in a collection.

Jack T · 21 November 2019, 12:23 PM

Durable, versatile, reliable, discreet.

It was my third Rolex. Had it been my first, it might have been my only Rolex.

cop414 · 21 November 2019, 12:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jack T

Durable, versatile, reliable, discreet.

It was my third Rolex. Had it been my first, it might have been my only Rolex.

I’ve always thought of you as the Explorer I ambassador Jack!

TommyBahama18 · 21 November 2019, 01:05 PM

yes

Krash · 21 November 2019, 01:34 PM

If you have a Sub and a 42mm Polar, I’d go for a Datejust if I were you.

I do like the Exp 1 though. I’m just not sure that’s a good mix of watches.

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FrugalSpyder · 13 December 2019, 05:30 AM

classic!

j.alex · 13 December 2019, 05:45 AM

100% yes

jerryguo · 13 December 2019, 05:53 AM

to me it’s a boring looking watch, bought and sold several times just doesn’t work for me.

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javier · 13 December 2019, 05:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by javier

Toooooooooo big

Indeed !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rags · 13 December 2019, 06:03 AM

The Explorer 1 is a beautiful watch and a perfect size.

Dr. Robert · 13 December 2019, 07:21 AM

I have a 114270 & this year got a 214270, the new one is a bit heavier but as comfortable.

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Thuilln · 13 December 2019, 07:53 AM

It’s huge. There’s too much dial in there.

18 November 2019, 07:57 PM	#107
DLRIDES 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Don Location: NC/WY Watch: Me Posts: 4,675	I think it’s one of the best looking watches Rolex makes, or has ever made ! Had one for a short while and IMO ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,too small for a wrist over 7”. __________________ *Purchasing your first non HOA home on a 3 acre lot DOES NOT equate to owning a “farm”.*

21 November 2019, 12:23 PM	#110
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Durable, versatile, reliable, discreet. It was my third Rolex. Had it been my first, it might have been my only Rolex. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

21 November 2019, 01:05 PM	#112
TommyBahama18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Tommy Location: NYC Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 118	yes Attached Images

13 December 2019, 06:03 AM	#118
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	The Explorer 1 is a beautiful watch and a perfect size. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

13 December 2019, 07:21 AM	#119
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,277	I have a 114270 & this year got a 214270, the new one is a bit heavier but as comfortable. Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

18 November 2019, 05:08 AM	#91
Rabidmonk0 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Jef Location: SF Bay Area, CA Watch: 16570 Polar Posts: 107	I vote yes. I have one and love how understated it is. I also love how the numerals add just enough character to keep the watch from being boring.

18 November 2019, 08:52 AM	#92
Mcfly3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Michigan Posts: 29	I went with an Black OP39, only thing I like about the Explorer is the hands and the easy link. It’s almost 1000$ more which I don’t think it’s worth it compared to OP. I didn’t like the 3,6,9 or the flat crown unlike the OP which has a raised crown that IMO looks a lot better. Either way get what you like. Also the OP has a lot more history behind it which the explorer gets credit for I don’t know why.

18 November 2019, 09:00 AM	#93
vette boy 52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Jeff Location: Katy, TX Watch: GMT II-c TT Posts: 773	Yes.

18 November 2019, 09:06 AM	#94
sickened1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 9,054	Yes.

18 November 2019, 09:21 AM	#95
Paul H "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Victoria, B.C. Watch: 2001 Explorer ll Posts: 70	I my opinion, I wish that they had not embellished the indices with WG surround from 14270 forward but having said that the Explorer is the most classic and versatile of all Rolex watches. Its clean and elegant simplicity adapts to any situation. If you want only one Rolex to wear, this is the one.

18 November 2019, 10:49 AM	#97
Spartacus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: DC Watch: Daytona Posts: 2,745	1000% yes.

18 November 2019, 11:20 AM	#98
tacotaco "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: KCMO Watch: 116500 Black, DD40 Posts: 430	A bit boring but a great under the radar “one and done”

18 November 2019, 12:32 PM	#99
startrolexendrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: US Posts: 650	Yes, love the simple but very good looking explore. Sent from my SM-G892U using Tapatalk

18 November 2019, 02:47 PM	#100
diracpoint 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 1,386	Yes! Yes!! Yes!!!

18 November 2019, 02:52 PM	#101
0315 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 105	To me, the explorer is the coolest rlx from the current availabilities

18 November 2019, 03:41 PM	#102
SkyJuice "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Land of OZ Posts: 1,411	Wish they come in white dial.

18 November 2019, 03:54 PM	#103
explorer1982 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Explorer 39mm mk2 Posts: 10	I love my mk2. Have worn it almost every day since buying it 9 months ago and my joy and appreciation for it hasn't faded. I absolutely love this watch. It's as versatile as they say - dresses up and down like a chameleon - and the "slow release" pleasure you get from the stellar design is just fantastic.

18 November 2019, 04:13 PM	#104
importstunna "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: World Watch: BLNR Posts: 855	1000% yes. It's my one-watch collection pick if I ever go down that route.

18 November 2019, 04:33 PM	#105
RolexDad "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Northern CA Watch: Too many Posts: 120	The 214270 is darn near perfect. I had a 36mm 114270 for quite some time, but in the end it just was too small for some occasions/attire. I now have the 39mm, and it is such a great watch. The 39mm size on the 214270 solves the size problem, plus the construction is rock solid now. Comfort, class, versatility, value— the 214270 has it all. PS I have a Mk1, and don’t let anyone tell you this watch is a dog. At $1000-1500 less vs a Mk2, I think it’s certainly worth a look rather than going 100% blindly with the herd.

18 November 2019, 05:16 PM	#106
SLWoodster "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: California Watch: GMT BLNR Posts: 1,513	You will love it coming from a 42mm white dial.

21 November 2019, 05:19 AM	#108
Boney3147 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Chicago Posts: 33	Yay Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 November 2019, 01:34 PM	#113
Krash 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Florida Watch: Sub, DJ41, GMT Posts: 8,261	If you have a Sub and a 42mm Polar, I’d go for a Datejust if I were you. I do like the Exp 1 though. I’m just not sure that’s a good mix of watches. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 December 2019, 05:30 AM	#114
FrugalSpyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Oregon Posts: 11	classic!

13 December 2019, 05:45 AM	#115
j.alex "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Brazil Posts: 554	100% yes

13 December 2019, 05:53 AM	#116
jerryguo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Bay Area Watch: Rolex, PP, Lange Posts: 1,024	to me it’s a boring looking watch, bought and sold several times just doesn’t work for me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 December 2019, 07:53 AM	#120
Thuilln "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Real Name: Nick Location: YUL Watch: 16570 Posts: 1,936	It’s huge. There’s too much dial in there. __________________ Nick _________________________________________ 14060M - 114200 - 114270 - 214270 - 16710BLRO - 16570 - 3570.50 - Cartier Tank Solo - Cartier Tank Française ‘Yearling’ - CWC Navy Diver

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