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Old 29 March 2011, 04:58 AM   #241
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All of the hands and markers on Rolex are made of gold, either yellow or white.. On the Explorer II they are painted.

The new Black dialed Explorer II has hands painted differently from the white dialed model.........
Sorry, but I'm a little confused here. My V-Explorer II black has clearly visible white gold hands and markers. The new balck model also appears to use white gold except a small part of the hands seem to be painted. The polar model however appears to be have painted hands and markers both the new and old models.

Is that correct? Are the painted hands and markers on the polar model paint over white gold? Is that also true for the previous model? And if so, what's the benefit of using white gold?

Sorry if this sounds ameteurish, just not clear to me.
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Old 29 March 2011, 06:03 AM   #242
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Sorry, but I'm a little confused here. My V-Explorer II black has clearly visible white gold hands and markers. The new balck model also appears to use white gold except a small part of the hands seem to be painted. The polar model however appears to be have painted hands and markers both the new and old models.

Is that correct? Are the painted hands and markers on the polar model paint over white gold? Is that also true for the previous model? And if so, what's the benefit of using white gold?

Sorry if this sounds ameteurish, just not clear to me.
Rolex uses white or yellow gold for all plots, markers, and hands on the dial.. This precludes rust, pitting, most corrossion and adds a bit of panache' to owning a Rolex..

Painted gold hands has been the tradition with Explorer II, although the originals came with plain gold hands..

The black dial has hands painted differently from the white dial model......

Notice the edge... the paint is only sprayed on top..

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Old 29 March 2011, 06:03 AM   #243
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The new exp 2 has the sex.
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Old 29 March 2011, 01:20 PM   #244
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Old 29 March 2011, 03:11 PM   #245
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What does history tell us when it comes to availability? How long does it take Rolex to make newly announced models available? Weeks after announcement? 3 months? 6 months? more? I am on the fence for a next purchase and drooled at the new ExpII at Basel but need to see it on the wrist to call it
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Old 29 March 2011, 03:25 PM   #246
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What does history tell us when it comes to availability? How long does it take Rolex to make newly announced models available? Weeks after announcement? 3 months? 6 months? more? I am on the fence for a next purchase and drooled at the new ExpII at Basel but need to see it on the wrist to call it
I've heard late summer/fall here in the US, which is what my AD is saying and I think typical of Rolex release times. The only thing that MIGHT make this one different, is I believe, this watch was actually supposed to be released last year, so there might be some already in stock and ready to deliver to the ADs.

Anyone else hear this?
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Old 29 March 2011, 10:16 PM   #247
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Old 30 March 2011, 12:02 PM   #248
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Old 30 March 2011, 02:14 PM   #249
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Should I feel bad??? I thought it was perfect the way it is, and now I have to buy another one just because it's 42mm? Say it isn't so...
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Old 30 March 2011, 03:12 PM   #250
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Should I feel bad??? I thought it was perfect the way it is, and now I have to buy another one just because it's 42mm? Say it isn't so...
You better start saving like the rest of us, just so you are prepared for the inevitable...
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Old 31 March 2011, 12:21 AM   #251
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It's pretty much the same as the previous model, with an orange hand. Intersting choice making it a 42mm, one of the more desirable qualities of the Explorer 2 was that it was a little smaller than a submariner and GMT.
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Old 31 March 2011, 01:47 AM   #252
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First time looking at this watch, as I've been on vacation. I'm preferring my current 16570.
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Old 31 March 2011, 02:49 AM   #253
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I am so glad that I bought my 16570 last year as I, for one, am not wild about the white and orange combination.

The black and orange? OMG. Now I am just going to have to get that one.
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Old 31 March 2011, 02:57 AM   #254
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I've just returned from vacation, and this was my first sight of the new models

Straight on the phone to my AD, and I'm top of the list for a black dial... result
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Old 31 March 2011, 04:20 AM   #255
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I think this looks fantastic with the white dial, but as others have noted, I wished they hadn't made it bigger!
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Old 31 March 2011, 05:42 AM   #256
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I don't think 2 mm is the end-of-the-world that some people are making it out to be. It's only 2mm. :) I think Rolex is trying to distinguish the Explorer II from the GMT, which seems like a good idea for a watch that did not sell well (even if I love mine). I even wore my Explorer II today, in honor of it's new cousin being displayed.
I would love for the EPX-II changes 2mm in the other way around (-2mm!) Then it would be 38mm is the case! will buy that in a heart beat !
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Old 31 March 2011, 05:45 AM   #257
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Thank you Lary for the Hi-Def pictures.

It looks like the hands are proportional to the wider case. Not like the EXP-I 39mm.
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Old 31 March 2011, 07:22 AM   #258
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I love it....except for the GMT hand. I know it's the classic, and I'm alright with the orange, although I think I like the red better, but the little piece sticking out at the end just really bothers me... :(
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Old 2 April 2011, 11:43 AM   #259
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Can anyone make out the lug to lug length from this head on shot? Is it 49mm or more?



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Old 2 April 2011, 12:01 PM   #260
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I wonder how many climbers would bring a 42mm watch to climb mountain Everest ... probably 0.
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Old 3 April 2011, 03:38 AM   #261
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I just called my AD, they dont have a debut time for this watch. Bummer

Release this watch now!!!!!!

I'm sure I defintely NEED it!
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Old 3 April 2011, 10:12 AM   #262
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I like the white one and I am glad I didn't buy one of the current Exp2 a couple of months ago. I can't believe some of you are moaning about 2mm like its 2cm! You won't notice the difference after it has been on your wrist 5 minutes.
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Old 4 April 2011, 11:40 AM   #263
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Is it just me...or is the lettering on the dial very highly embossed Vs current watches?
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Old 4 April 2011, 03:22 PM   #264
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Um...Not for me...but it does look 'interesting'
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Old 4 April 2011, 03:23 PM   #265
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Is it just me...or is the lettering on the dial very highly embossed Vs current watches?
Mebbe it's the way the light's hitting it.
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Old 5 April 2011, 03:11 AM   #266
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ZOMG WANT!

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- The historical throwback for the 24-hr hand
- That they didn't go to PCL's
- Updated clasp

Slightly Dubious of:
- Increased size. It's weird that it will be bigger than my GMT IIc. I can tell you straight up that the current size is just perfect for actual outdoor activities. I keep mine on a NATO strap and it goes hiking, backpacking, biking, swimming with me. For those actual field uses, bigger would probably not be better.

But it's just so beautimous!!
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Old 13 May 2011, 03:47 AM   #267
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Old 2 June 2011, 06:17 AM   #268
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Been out of the loop for a while!!! Did I see 42MM!!! *mouth watering*
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Old 2 June 2011, 06:33 AM   #269
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42 mm will not work with my small wrists. But, it is a beauty.
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Old 19 July 2011, 06:00 AM   #270
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I'll take that in white. That is a good looking watch.
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