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the_natural · 26 February 2017, 10:47 AM

I aspire to be content and feel like I rarely achieve it. Ironically at the moment, I've found it in one category, and it irks me.

I really want to want another Rolex, in-part because I don't have any other hobbies and I can only save so much money before I start to get a twitch to buy something.

But darn this Explorer! Especially now that it has a few marks on it and it's become enjoyable and un-stressful to wear, I'm completely content having it on its own. There are certainly far worse fates, but for now I'm a one-watch man, like it or not.

SemperFi · 26 February 2017, 10:58 AM

Probably the best "one watch" you could ask for.

superdog · 26 February 2017, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

Probably the best "one watch" you could ask for.

Agree.

Chadridv · 27 February 2017, 03:11 AM

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

Probably the best "one watch" you could ask for.

Hard to argue this!!! I like to have a date, but that aside we're dealing with perfection here.

dualcarb · 26 February 2017, 11:01 AM

It is so cool being able to be a one watch man. Goodness only knows how many of us try to be a one watch man and failed miserably at it. I have been trying to trim off a few but, darn there is always an excuse to keep it...anyways, congrats and the explorer is the perfect one Rolex forever watch...

AK797 · 26 February 2017, 11:10 AM

It's a fine watch but if you want another Rolex then get a sunburst dial which is Rolex's wheelhouse imho, many to choose from.

mdgrwl · 26 February 2017, 11:30 AM

The pursuit of new toys is always fun, and that excitement can turn into an addictive drug.

TickTockChuck · 26 February 2017, 11:38 AM

Congratulations on being a one watch man! If it could only be one, the 39mm Explorer is an excellent choice. Truly the easiest wearing of the sports watches. Resist the urge for more and enjoy what you have. Cheers!

mactruck · 26 February 2017, 01:20 PM

One watch? ^(&$)*)$)($)(*_##^$)*@@#)?}}{_&*%#@

Gerry62 · 26 February 2017, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by mactruck

One watch? ^(&$)*)$)($)(*_##^$)*@@#)?}}{_&*%#@

Mick P · 26 February 2017, 09:05 PM

Chaps

I have 4 Rolex and another one is being picked up next week.

I have said many times and will no doubt continue to say, the Explorer is the perfect watch and the one I like best. I am wearing it right now and am enjoying it immensely.

Regards

Mick

Jim P · 26 February 2017, 01:31 PM

What watch would you want next? Explorer I is a great watch.

And1dre · 26 February 2017, 05:00 PM

Great looking watch!

Onx · 26 February 2017, 07:27 PM

How long have you had it for? I wore my short-hand explorer I as my only watch for 5 years until I bought a preowned AP 15300 last year. That really started my habit of flipping watches and since then I have purchased 2 rolexes and 1 omega. Sold my explorer too. It has been fun I admit to have a specialty watch like GMT and Chronograph. But they are too specific that you become obsessed to own something else. The explorer was never that. It was simple and beautiful which made me not consider other watches, until I bought the royal oak at least.

JRAH · 26 February 2017, 09:19 PM

Great choice!

yannis · 26 February 2017, 09:21 PM

The Explorer is a very simple and elegant watch. Good choice and good to hear you are happy and enjoy a non-stressful ownership.

ejvette · 26 February 2017, 09:32 PM

I'm envious I wish I could be content with one watch !

brandrea · 26 February 2017, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by yannis7777

The Explorer is a very simple and elegant watch. Good choice and good to hear you are happy and enjoy a non-stressful ownership.

Couldn't agree more

yannis · 27 February 2017, 03:14 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Couldn't agree more

mjclark32 · 26 February 2017, 10:22 PM

No harm no foul, enjoy!

1William · 26 February 2017, 10:25 PM

Great watch. Give it some time and I bet something will come along that you can add.

cop414 · 26 February 2017, 11:05 PM

Great problem to have, what a great "one" watch!

Steve36Efc · 26 February 2017, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by the_natural

I aspire to be content and feel like I rarely achieve it. Ironically at the moment, I've found it in one category, and it irks me.

I really want to want another Rolex, in-part because I don't have any other hobbies and I can only save so much money before I start to get a twitch to buy something.

But darn this Explorer! Especially now that it has a few marks on it and it's become enjoyable and un-stressful to wear, I'm completely content having it on its own. There are certainly far worse fates, but for now I'm a one-watch man, like it or not.

Contentment is a wonderful thing. I'm also content with my current watch collection, or I will be as soon as I get my next

travisb · 26 February 2017, 10:41 PM

All you really need. Enjoy the feeling while it lasts.

SeaDweller50 · 26 February 2017, 10:41 PM

Haha Steve. I think that goes for most of us.

varkom · 26 February 2017, 11:23 PM

get on a waiting list

you'll have 1-2 years before the watch actually arrives, and if you are still in love with this one, you can always flip it for a little profit

Etschell · 27 February 2017, 12:01 AM

You need a subc lv. Trust me...

the_natural · 27 February 2017, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

You need a subc lv. Trust me...

Funny you say that. That's pretty much the only that I could see myself adding at some point. Ever since seeing it in the display at my local AD as I walked by one night, it's been living in the (far) back of my mind. So maybe one day.

dr35mm · 27 February 2017, 12:09 AM

That's exactly how I feel with my YM. The day that it doesn't do it for me I'll move to another Rolex. I don't need two Rolex.

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douglasf13 · 27 February 2017, 02:05 AM

Yep. I've gotten rid of a few Rolex watches, including even a SubDate, because I'm also content as a one-watch guy. I just have no need for another Rolex, and I wouldn't want to wear another Rolex.

26 February 2017, 10:47 AM	#1
the_natural "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Edward Location: USA Posts: 858	Irritated by contentment I aspire to be content and feel like I rarely achieve it. Ironically at the moment, I've found it in one category, and it irks me. I really want to want another Rolex, in-part because I don't have any other hobbies and I can only save so much money before I start to get a twitch to buy something. But darn this Explorer! Especially now that it has a few marks on it and it's become enjoyable and un-stressful to wear, I'm completely content having it on its own. There are certainly far worse fates, but for now I'm a one-watch man, like it or not.

26 February 2017, 10:58 AM	#2
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Probably the best "one watch" you could ask for. __________________ Rolex Submariner Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue Tudor Ranger 79910 Nomos Club Datum 733 Nomos Metro 38 Stowa Flieger Classic 40 * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

26 February 2017, 09:21 PM	#16
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	The Explorer is a very simple and elegant watch. Good choice and good to hear you are happy and enjoy a non-stressful ownership. __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

26 February 2017, 09:32 PM	#17
ejvette 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: East Hampton NY Watch: me break clays.. Posts: 7,516	I'm envious I wish I could be content with one watch ! __________________ Rolex•Omega•Breitling•Grand Seiko•Tudor "No one on their death bed ever said I wish I worked more" My Grandma * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

26 February 2017, 10:22 PM	#20
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	No harm no foul, enjoy! __________________

26 February 2017, 11:01 AM	#5
dualcarb "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Patrick Location: HK/Malaysia Watch: Lover Posts: 1,223	It is so cool being able to be a one watch man. Goodness only knows how many of us try to be a one watch man and failed miserably at it. I have been trying to trim off a few but, darn there is always an excuse to keep it...anyways, congrats and the explorer is the perfect one Rolex forever watch...

26 February 2017, 11:10 AM	#6
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	It's a fine watch but if you want another Rolex then get a sunburst dial which is Rolex's wheelhouse imho, many to choose from.

26 February 2017, 11:30 AM	#7
mdgrwl 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: US East Coast Watch: Dealer Posts: 15,680	The pursuit of new toys is always fun, and that excitement can turn into an addictive drug.

26 February 2017, 11:38 AM	#8
TickTockChuck "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Chuck Location: Canada Watch: Rolex 116610LV Posts: 2,270	Congratulations on being a one watch man! If it could only be one, the 39mm Explorer is an excellent choice. Truly the easiest wearing of the sports watches. Resist the urge for more and enjoy what you have. Cheers!

26 February 2017, 01:20 PM	#9
mactruck "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Washinton D.C. Posts: 614	One watch? ^(&$))$)($)(_##^$)@@#)?}}{_&%#@

26 February 2017, 09:05 PM	#11
Mick P Banned Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: UK / Spain Watch: 39mm Explorer Posts: 1,990	Chaps I have 4 Rolex and another one is being picked up next week. I have said many times and will no doubt continue to say, the Explorer is the perfect watch and the one I like best. I am wearing it right now and am enjoying it immensely. Regards Mick

26 February 2017, 01:31 PM	#12
Jim P "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Jim Location: Long Island, NY Watch: Sub,Exp1&2,YM,Milg Posts: 429	What watch would you want next? Explorer I is a great watch.

26 February 2017, 05:00 PM	#13
And1dre "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Silicon Valley Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,182	Great looking watch!

26 February 2017, 07:27 PM	#14
Onx "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Southeast Asia Posts: 160	How long have you had it for? I wore my short-hand explorer I as my only watch for 5 years until I bought a preowned AP 15300 last year. That really started my habit of flipping watches and since then I have purchased 2 rolexes and 1 omega. Sold my explorer too. It has been fun I admit to have a specialty watch like GMT and Chronograph. But they are too specific that you become obsessed to own something else. The explorer was never that. It was simple and beautiful which made me not consider other watches, until I bought the royal oak at least.

26 February 2017, 09:19 PM	#15
JRAH "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Europe Posts: 211	Great choice!

26 February 2017, 10:25 PM	#21
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,764	Great watch. Give it some time and I bet something will come along that you can add.

26 February 2017, 11:05 PM	#22
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,234	Great problem to have, what a great "one" watch! __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

26 February 2017, 10:41 PM	#24
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,486	All you really need. Enjoy the feeling while it lasts.

26 February 2017, 10:41 PM	#25
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	Haha Steve. I think that goes for most of us.

26 February 2017, 11:23 PM	#26
varkom "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: NYC Posts: 151	get on a waiting list you'll have 1-2 years before the watch actually arrives, and if you are still in love with this one, you can always flip it for a little profit __________________ "With Rolex I sought to create a name that would be easy to pronounce in all the European languages and that could easily and elegantly grace the dial of a watch." –Hans Wilsdorf, Founder of Rolex in 1908. F/S Like New Omega Seamaster 300 Two-Tone Titanium/Rose Gold w/ Blue Dial - $6,000 shipped(I give a discount for face to face in NYC)

27 February 2017, 12:01 AM	#27
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	You need a subc lv. Trust me... __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

27 February 2017, 12:09 AM	#29
dr35mm "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: Peter Location: Caribbean Watch: BB58 Posts: 2,398	That's exactly how I feel with my YM. The day that it doesn't do it for me I'll move to another Rolex. I don't need two Rolex. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Present: BB58 \| BB36 \| GMW-B5000D-1JF \| 6900-PT80 Past: 16610LN \| 16622 \| 116610LN \| 214270

27 February 2017, 02:05 AM	#30
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,622	Yep. I've gotten rid of a few Rolex watches, including even a SubDate, because I'm also content as a one-watch guy. I just have no need for another Rolex, and I wouldn't want to wear another Rolex. Attached Images

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