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smith one · 18 September 2008, 03:03 AM

Hey guys and gals, I was just thinking actually picked up from another forum
Time zone. So I thought I would pick up the ball and run another way.

Would the Explorer II benefit from a rotatable bezel with some sort of
"locking mechanism". (i.e. push down to unlock and rotate, unidirectional?)

Also increasing the the depth rating to maybe sub specs?

Do you see a benefit? I think it would be more versatile.

What say you?

cheers

Kevin

Mrdi · 18 September 2008, 03:05 AM

If you need the bezel to rotate get a GMT.

SLS · 18 September 2008, 03:06 AM

Kind sounds like a GMT II

Scott

James T · 18 September 2008, 03:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrdi

If you need the bezel to rotate get a GMT.

x2

Romi · 18 September 2008, 03:11 AM

I like the fixed bezel. I'd like to see that Rolex brings back the old style 24-hour hand to further distance the EXPII from the GMT.

smith one · 18 September 2008, 03:18 AM

ok, ok, ok, I see. my thought process not fully functional. Guess I should
have THOUGHT a little more throughly. Just brainstormed.

Think than speak..damit

Alright than how 'bout a "locking mechanism" for new subs, SDDS, etc.

Hope I didn't blow that one too...

Again just thing out loud.

cheers

Kevin

akhamdani · 18 September 2008, 03:31 AM

so it will be GMT not EXP II

Trurolexer · 18 September 2008, 03:43 AM

I more like fixed bezel for Expy II.

Timber Loftis · 18 September 2008, 04:26 AM

I don't mind the bezel being fixed, and I really like the look of the watch. But the crystal sits a good bit higher than the bezel and it is really easy to nick it.

JJ Irani · 18 September 2008, 04:28 AM

That fixed bezel on the Exp-II makes the particular model unique in the Rolex line-up with its dual time zone functions as well.

The sloping fixed bezel gives the watch a sleeker look and makes it very comfortable to wear!!

Jocke · 18 September 2008, 04:46 AM

Fixed bezels is the best ones, you never lost them.

Jocke

f16570 · 18 September 2008, 05:21 AM

Somethings best left alone.

mike · 18 September 2008, 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Romi

I like the fixed bezel. I'd like to see that Rolex brings back the old style 24-hour hand to further distance the EXPII from the GMT.

X2.

The old style orange hand gave the EXP II it's own personality.

Ken Cox · 18 September 2008, 07:57 AM

I like the fixed SS bezel on the Explorer II.

If I could change anything about the Explorer II, I would remove the Explorer II branding from the dial face and replace it with either nothing or with a model number.

But then, I don't like names on any watch, other than the name of the manufacturer.

The prefect watch for me, then, would have "Rolex" on the dial face and nothing else.

Art161 · 18 September 2008, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ken Cox

I like the fixed SS bezel on the Explorer II.

If I could change anything about the Explorer II, I would remove the Explorer II branding from the dial face and replace it with either nothing or with a model number.

But then, I don't like names on any watch, other than the name of the manufacturer.

The prefect watch for me, then, would have "Rolex" on the dial face and nothing else.

Some of the watches do have a lot of writing on the dial. I think there was a thread a while back about which one had the most letters and numbers.

BiG JeEzY · 18 September 2008, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Art161

Some of the watches do have a lot of writing on the dial. I think there was a thread a while back about which one had the most letters and numbers.

I think there's no doubt that the winner of that is the new Deep Sea.

hsung · 18 September 2008, 09:28 PM

I like the fixed bezel on the Exp II over the GMT II, and the brushed steel look makes it unique with a distinctive character,

Dan Pierce · 18 September 2008, 10:50 PM

Kevin,
I think a rotating bezel would be a great feature on the Exp.

That, and if Rolex offered the new jubilee would make it even better. Having said that, the original is a timeless classic.

dP

Jimbits76 · 18 September 2008, 11:11 PM

I used to get Bubba to Rotate my bezel for me....now he's too busy giving jdc the wiggle test!!!!!

J

PS Expy II to stay as is!!!!!

Trurolexer · 19 September 2008, 01:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

Fixed bezels is the best ones, you never lost them.

Jocke

eric23 · 19 September 2008, 01:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

Fixed bezels is the best ones, you never lost them.

Jocke

Good one Jocke!

travellingbrit · 19 September 2008, 06:38 AM

Shudder at the thought. Explorer 11 is perfectly specced, the bezel is fixed for functionality and 300 feet is more than anyone actually needs.(ok, I stand to be corrected if anyone even knows anyone who dives deeper than 300 feet).

Explorer II - Gimmick free watchmaking at it's best

BiG JeEzY · 19 September 2008, 06:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jocke

Fixed bezels is the best ones, you never lost them.

Jocke

Lesson learned: Never ever rotate the bezel that fast.

18 September 2008, 03:03 AM	#1
smith one "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Ohio Watch: Rolex,Panerai, JLC Posts: 297	Explorer II with rotatable bezel Hey guys and gals, I was just thinking actually picked up from another forum Time zone. So I thought I would pick up the ball and run another way. Would the Explorer II benefit from a rotatable bezel with some sort of "locking mechanism". (i.e. push down to unlock and rotate, unidirectional?) Also increasing the the depth rating to maybe sub specs? Do you see a benefit? I think it would be more versatile. What say you? cheers Kevin

18 September 2008, 04:28 AM	#10
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	That fixed bezel on the Exp-II makes the particular model unique in the Rolex line-up with its dual time zone functions as well. The sloping fixed bezel gives the watch a sleeker look and makes it very comfortable to wear!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

18 September 2008, 04:46 AM	#11
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18 September 2008, 05:21 AM	#12
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18 September 2008, 10:50 PM	#18
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	Kevin, I think a rotating bezel would be a great feature on the Exp. That, and if Rolex offered the new jubilee would make it even better. Having said that, the original is a timeless classic. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

18 September 2008, 03:05 AM	#2
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	If you need the bezel to rotate get a GMT.

18 September 2008, 03:06 AM	#3
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	Kind sounds like a GMT II Scott

18 September 2008, 03:11 AM	#5
Romi Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, USA Posts: 245	I like the fixed bezel. I'd like to see that Rolex brings back the old style 24-hour hand to further distance the EXPII from the GMT.

18 September 2008, 03:18 AM	#6
smith one "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Ohio Watch: Rolex,Panerai, JLC Posts: 297	ok, ok, ok, I see. my thought process not fully functional. Guess I should have THOUGHT a little more throughly. Just brainstormed. Think than speak..damit Alright than how 'bout a "locking mechanism" for new subs, SDDS, etc. Hope I didn't blow that one too... Again just thing out loud. cheers Kevin

18 September 2008, 03:31 AM	#7
akhamdani Banned Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Home! Posts: 500	so it will be GMT not EXP II

18 September 2008, 03:43 AM	#8
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	I more like fixed bezel for Expy II.

18 September 2008, 04:26 AM	#9
Timber Loftis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Jon Location: Chicago Watch: IIc,DJII,P244,A1-Z Posts: 2,857	I don't mind the bezel being fixed, and I really like the look of the watch. But the crystal sits a good bit higher than the bezel and it is really easy to nick it.

18 September 2008, 07:57 AM	#14
Ken Cox "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Ken Cox Location: Bend, Oregon, USA Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 469	I like the fixed SS bezel on the Explorer II. If I could change anything about the Explorer II, I would remove the Explorer II branding from the dial face and replace it with either nothing or with a model number. But then, I don't like names on any watch, other than the name of the manufacturer. The prefect watch for me, then, would have "Rolex" on the dial face and nothing else.

18 September 2008, 09:28 PM	#17
hsung Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Melbourne Watch: Daytona Posts: 288	I like the fixed bezel on the Exp II over the GMT II, and the brushed steel look makes it unique with a distinctive character,

18 September 2008, 11:11 PM	#19
Jimbits76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK Posts: 9,407	I used to get Bubba to Rotate my bezel for me....now he's too busy giving jdc the wiggle test!!!!! J PS Expy II to stay as is!!!!!

19 September 2008, 06:38 AM	#22
travellingbrit "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Simon Location: England (Manc) Watch: Explorer 11, BF Posts: 268	Shudder at the thought. Explorer 11 is perfectly specced, the bezel is fixed for functionality and 300 feet is more than anyone actually needs.(ok, I stand to be corrected if anyone even knows anyone who dives deeper than 300 feet). Explorer II - Gimmick free watchmaking at it's best

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