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teo · 27 August 2007, 06:24 PM

when will we be able to see a 50th anniversary daytona or explorier?

BiG JeEzY · 27 August 2007, 06:31 PM

Well the Explorer I was officially released in 1953. The 50th anniversary for this model was in 2003 but I guess Rolex decided to leave the Explorer the way as it is.

The name "Daytona" was officially released in 1962, even though Rolex already had made an Oyster Cosmograph model in 1961. The 50th anniversary of the Daytona would still be in 2012 since thats when the name was released.

As for the Explorer II, that watch was released with a large orange hand back in 1971. So the 50th anniversary for the Exp II will be in the year 2021.

SPACE-DWELLER · 27 August 2007, 06:34 PM

I wonder if something special will happen in 2008 when the name "ROLEX" has its 100 year's birthday.

BiG JeEzY · 27 August 2007, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Spacedweller

I wonder if something special will happen in 2008 when the name "ROLEX" has its 100 year's birthday.

What would be special is if Rolex introduced a limited edition bubble back to celebrate its 100 years. Because I believe that is the watch, the man himself, Mr Hans Wilsdorf would wear.

SPACE-DWELLER · 27 August 2007, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BiG JeEzY

What would be special is if Rolex introduced a limited edition bubble back to celebrate its 100 years. Because I believe that is the watch, the man himself, Mr Hans Wilsdorf would wear.

I agree, but Rolex isn't really into "Ltd editions", is it? That is one of the things I like about Rolex.

But again: Rolex as a COMPANY had its 100 year birthday in 2005, and that year we got the new GMT II (in YG). But as said, the NAME "Rolex" will be 100 years old next year, and it will be interesting to see if something new comes up.

BiG JeEzY · 27 August 2007, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Spacedweller

I agree, but Rolex isn't really into "Ltd editions", is it? That is one of the things I like about Rolex.

Yes you are right. But to release the Bubbleback again would be nice.

SPACE-DWELLER · 27 August 2007, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by BiG JeEzY

Yes you are right. But to release the Bubbleback again would be nice.

I agree 100 %

Tombstone · 27 August 2007, 06:57 PM

I can see it now a Rolex 100 Year limited edition to celebrate its first 100 years.
It would have 100 diamonds or something that would cost much more than I would want to pay. It would be neat to see.

ROGU808 · 27 August 2007, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Spacedweller

I wonder if something special will happen in 2008 when the name "ROLEX" has its 100 year's birthday.

Yes...I'm sure something special will happen in 2008...
They'll raise their prices AGAIN!!!

leopardprey · 27 August 2007, 08:42 PM

I think Basel for about the next three years will be really exciting. I foresee Rolex updating all their current models and also coming out with many new models.

I would like to see a Updated Explorer 1. 38 - 39mm case. Maxi Dial, or at least the larger hands. Large case lugs, like on the newer Datejust models. Personally, I would keep the older style bracelet, or if the new style keep all brushed steel.

frostie · 27 August 2007, 08:58 PM

we are going to see many updates and that's for sure

27 August 2007, 06:24 PM	#1
teo "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: amk Posts: 792	When is the 50th? when will we be able to see a 50th anniversary daytona or explorier?

27 August 2007, 06:31 PM	#2
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,351	Well the Explorer I was officially released in 1953. The 50th anniversary for this model was in 2003 but I guess Rolex decided to leave the Explorer the way as it is. The name "Daytona" was officially released in 1962, even though Rolex already had made an Oyster Cosmograph model in 1961. The 50th anniversary of the Daytona would still be in 2012 since thats when the name was released. As for the Explorer II, that watch was released with a large orange hand back in 1971. So the 50th anniversary for the Exp II will be in the year 2021. __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

27 August 2007, 06:34 PM	#3
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	I wonder if something special will happen in 2008 when the name "ROLEX" has its 100 year's birthday. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

27 August 2007, 06:57 PM	#8
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	I can see it now a Rolex 100 Year limited edition to celebrate its first 100 years. It would have 100 diamonds or something that would cost much more than I would want to pay. It would be neat to see.

27 August 2007, 08:42 PM	#10
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	I think Basel for about the next three years will be really exciting. I foresee Rolex updating all their current models and also coming out with many new models. I would like to see a Updated Explorer 1. 38 - 39mm case. Maxi Dial, or at least the larger hands. Large case lugs, like on the newer Datejust models. Personally, I would keep the older style bracelet, or if the new style keep all brushed steel.

27 August 2007, 08:58 PM	#11
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	we are going to see many updates and that's for sure

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