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Andrejb · 11 July 2018, 04:49 AM

Heading to Italy in September for 3 weeks

Starting in Paris for a couple days then the rest of the time in the motherland

Driving to Firenze
Ascoli
Amalfi
Sicily
Taromina
And then back up to Rome

#1 who has worn a Rolex in these areas?

#2. Smarter to bring the SubC date, or birth year explorer? Explorer II may draw less attention, I could also put it on a nato to simplify the look. but if it’s stolen then the sentiment goes with it. SubC is a little more replaceable, but it’ll stick out and is very well recognized

I’d love to take one of my watches along for the journey. I can’t imagine spending close to a month without a watch on the wrist

Thoughts?

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Wcdhtwn · 11 July 2018, 05:01 AM

I vote Explorer II on Nato.

DramaTurtle · 11 July 2018, 05:01 AM

And this is my problem with the SubC.

Take the explorer. More of a travel watch anyway.

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05carbondrz · 11 July 2018, 05:02 AM

Explorer for sure,Will attract a lot less attention.

mjclark32 · 11 July 2018, 05:03 AM

I brought my sub date last year. Rome to Sorrento/Amalfi/Ischia/Vatican back to Rome

Father-in-law had on a YGDD40, BIL a BLNR, wife DJ, MIL a DJ with diamond bezel. None of us had a single issue

Have a blast!

HERITAGE82 · 11 July 2018, 05:11 AM

Exp. II for sure.

Torque Time · 11 July 2018, 05:14 AM

I live in Italy and been to most of the places you plan to visit. No worries about security wearing either choice. Wear the watch that is most versatile end enjoy.

Make sure you stop by the ADs on your travels too!

Enjoy the trip!

Andrejb · 11 July 2018, 05:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Torque Time

I live in Italy and been to most of the places you plan to visit. No worries about security wearing either choice. Wear the watch that is most versatile end enjoy.

Make sure you stop by the ADs on your travels too!

Enjoy the trip!

Thanks! Anyone out there full of tattoos? I feel like I’d draw attention because of this and then the watch will get noticed

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mui.richard · 11 July 2018, 05:25 AM

Explorer II is probably the least "Rolex" Rolex. If you have concerns I'd say this is the way to go. A bit more peace of mind will do wonders to your enjoyment of your vacation time.

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1st amg · 11 July 2018, 05:41 AM

I have travelled many times to all those parts in Italy and never an issue. I have worn watches like Panerai, Rolex DSSD etc. The fun thing is in all those areas you are traveling, you will see sooooo many Rolex or other high end brands. But I always found Rolex is king in Italy. Many many sightings

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rolexinfl · 11 July 2018, 06:07 AM

I would only say to watch your back in Naples. Naples was ghetto as hell with all the migrants when I was there in November. Just walking to the famous pizza place there was shady.

Rome, Amalfi, Florence, etc all very nice.

Soultime · 11 July 2018, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by rolexinfl

I would only say to watch your back in Naples. Naples was ghetto as hell with all the migrants when I was there in November. Just walking to the famous pizza place there was shady.

Rome, Amalfi, Florence, etc all very nice.

Agreed.....
I was in Naples in April and really wished I didn't have a Rolex on.
Everywhere else was fine.

Andrejb · 11 July 2018, 07:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rolexinfl

I would only say to watch your back in Naples. Naples was ghetto as hell with all the migrants when I was there in November. Just walking to the famous pizza place there was shady.

Rome, Amalfi, Florence, etc all very nice.

I’ve been to Naples a couple times years ago before watches became important to me.

And I agree. We are planning to just drive through and wave this time around lol

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Andrejb · 11 July 2018, 07:12 AM

Anyone know how Sicily is now adays? In the past I’ve heard the same opinions as Naples

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1st amg · 11 July 2018, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Andrejb

Anyone know how Sicily is now adays? In the past I’ve heard the same opinions as Naples

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Was in Taormina two years ago with my DSSD. No problem at all.

Maugust100 · 11 July 2018, 09:10 AM

Just got back from Italy. Started in Florence, traveled through out Tuscany and Umbria wearing my GMT II most of the time. The remainder of the time I was wearing my new Date Just 41 Stainless/Gold Wimbledon that I purchased from the Rolex AD on the Ponte Vechicio (sorry for the spelling) in Florence. No issues at all.

Nikrnic · 11 July 2018, 07:37 AM

It's too bad that has to be an issue
I bought an Orient Ray ll day date sub. for the same reason. Not being paranoid but just being cautious while away is smart nowadays so I think the Expll on a strap is more under the radar. Now enjoy your trip.

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TRM · 11 July 2018, 07:44 AM

Take the one you want to take, not the one a bunch of strangers tell you to take.

N5XTC · 11 July 2018, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by TRM

Take the one you want to take, not the one a bunch of strangers tell you to take.

we are not strangers. we are fellow watch insiders/enthusiasts. like when your wife asks you which dress you wear, you cant answer, wear the one you want to wear.

TRM · 11 July 2018, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N5XTC

we are not strangers. we are fellow watch insiders/enthusiasts. like when your wife asks you which dress you wear, you cant answer, wear the one you want to wear.

Yes, but I'm not married to the OP.

T01 · 11 July 2018, 07:45 AM

I'd go Exp II.

Case61 · 11 July 2018, 07:58 AM

I've been in all those areas with the Sub and other nice watches, with never a problem or comment or even side-eye.

Do be a little careful in Naples. And anywhere in Italy be careful of pickpockets, particularly at major train stations--a high art there.

RE Sicily: I spent a month there several years ago, and toured almost the whole island by myself. Other than maybe certain parts of Palermo, it is a beatiful and safe place. Taormina is stunning, the Greek temples are the envy of Greece, the landscape is varied and lovely, and the people are warm and friendly. It's bad rep is deeply undeserved.

Snow-Dweller · 11 July 2018, 08:02 AM

Try to go to Orvieto on your trip...and if you do, pm me and I’ll tell you where to eat.

martinscott · 11 July 2018, 10:07 AM

I know it's not on your list but I just got back from Venice in mid-June and wore my Sub-C Date entire time and had no issues. Saw Datejusts and a Skydweller on the writs of others.

imgook · 11 July 2018, 11:24 AM

Went in April
Paris -> Switzerland -> Venice -> Florence -> Positano -> Rome

Wore my 500C everyday, not a single person noticed.

MinMay · 11 July 2018, 11:36 AM

Bring both. It’s only a watch. People don’t care about them.

N5XTC · 11 July 2018, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by MinMay

Bring both. It’s only a watch. People don’t care about them.

i have a friend who is a square (non watch insider/watch enthusiast, wears a sh!tter, quartz) and she loves your answer to the post. she said it's true, people don't notice watches. i said, correction, squares don't notice watches.

N5XTC · 11 July 2018, 11:49 AM

i vote explorer one. just add hours to the time in your head or reset the watch, takes a few seconds. ))

BNABOD · 11 July 2018, 12:06 PM

Where do you think you are going Yemen?
There is petty theft in Europe yes but for Christ ‘s sake wear what you want and insure your valuables..

soundserious · 11 July 2018, 12:09 PM

Meh not for me. Use it as a good opportunity to buy a fun beater.

11 July 2018, 05:03 AM	#5
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Italy for 3 weeks. Bring the SubC date or birthyear Exp II!? I brought my sub date last year. Rome to Sorrento/Amalfi/Ischia/Vatican back to Rome Father-in-law had on a YGDD40, BIL a BLNR, wife DJ, MIL a DJ with diamond bezel. None of us had a single issue Have a blast! __________________

11 July 2018, 05:11 AM	#6
HERITAGE82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 3,438	Exp. II for sure. __________________ - Rolex Explorer - 214270 - Tudor Black Bay - 79230B - Tudor Chronograph - 79270P - Breitling Chronomat - 10th Anniv. - Huguenin Freres Speedmaster Prototype

11 July 2018, 08:02 AM	#23
Snow-Dweller 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Clive Location: The Alps Watch: collections change Posts: 6,284	Try to go to Orvieto on your trip...and if you do, pm me and I’ll tell you where to eat. __________________ . The path from WIShood to WISdom can have many turnings... ——————————————————————————————————— . 16803. 16570. 18038. 114300. GMW-B5000D.

11 July 2018, 11:36 AM	#26
MinMay Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Posts: 2,410	Italy for 3 weeks. Bring the SubC date or birthyear Exp II!? Bring both. It’s only a watch. People don’t care about them.

11 July 2018, 12:09 PM	#30
soundserious "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: usofmfa Posts: 3,157	Meh not for me. Use it as a good opportunity to buy a fun beater. __________________ Instagram: soundsoserious

11 July 2018, 04:49 AM	#1
Andrejb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Dre Location: Canada Posts: 1,689	Italy for 3 weeks. Bring the SubC date or birthyear Exp II!? Heading to Italy in September for 3 weeks Starting in Paris for a couple days then the rest of the time in the motherland Driving to Firenze Ascoli Amalfi Sicily Taromina And then back up to Rome #1 who has worn a Rolex in these areas? #2. Smarter to bring the SubC date, or birth year explorer? Explorer II may draw less attention, I could also put it on a nato to simplify the look. but if it’s stolen then the sentiment goes with it. SubC is a little more replaceable, but it’ll stick out and is very well recognized I’d love to take one of my watches along for the journey. I can’t imagine spending close to a month without a watch on the wrist Thoughts? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 July 2018, 05:01 AM	#2
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,059	I vote Explorer II on Nato.

11 July 2018, 05:02 AM	#4
05carbondrz Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: USA Posts: 2,030	Explorer for sure,Will attract a lot less attention.

11 July 2018, 05:14 AM	#7
Torque Time "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Real Name: Archie Location: Washington, DC Watch: TT DJ 1601 Posts: 359	I live in Italy and been to most of the places you plan to visit. No worries about security wearing either choice. Wear the watch that is most versatile end enjoy. Make sure you stop by the ADs on your travels too! Enjoy the trip!

11 July 2018, 05:25 AM	#9
mui.richard "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 673	Explorer II is probably the least "Rolex" Rolex. If you have concerns I'd say this is the way to go. A bit more peace of mind will do wonders to your enjoyment of your vacation time. Sent from my Mi MIX 2S using Tapatalk

11 July 2018, 05:41 AM	#10
1st amg 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: nicholas Location: ottawa canada Watch: Rolex,AP,Panerai Posts: 10,406	I have travelled many times to all those parts in Italy and never an issue. I have worn watches like Panerai, Rolex DSSD etc. The fun thing is in all those areas you are traveling, you will see sooooo many Rolex or other high end brands. But I always found Rolex is king in Italy. Many many sightings Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 July 2018, 06:07 AM	#11
rolexinfl "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: FL Posts: 663	I would only say to watch your back in Naples. Naples was ghetto as hell with all the migrants when I was there in November. Just walking to the famous pizza place there was shady. Rome, Amalfi, Florence, etc all very nice.

11 July 2018, 07:12 AM	#14
Andrejb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Dre Location: Canada Posts: 1,689	Anyone know how Sicily is now adays? In the past I’ve heard the same opinions as Naples Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 July 2018, 09:10 AM	#16
Maugust100 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 16	Just got back from Italy. Started in Florence, traveled through out Tuscany and Umbria wearing my GMT II most of the time. The remainder of the time I was wearing my new Date Just 41 Stainless/Gold Wimbledon that I purchased from the Rolex AD on the Ponte Vechicio (sorry for the spelling) in Florence. No issues at all.

11 July 2018, 07:37 AM	#17
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,172	It's too bad that has to be an issue I bought an Orient Ray ll day date sub. for the same reason. Not being paranoid but just being cautious while away is smart nowadays so I think the Expll on a strap is more under the radar. Now enjoy your trip. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

11 July 2018, 07:44 AM	#18
TRM Banned Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Kansas Posts: 289	Take the one you want to take, not the one a bunch of strangers tell you to take.

11 July 2018, 07:45 AM	#21
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,490	I'd go Exp II.

11 July 2018, 07:58 AM	#22
Case61 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Tucson, Az Posts: 1,145	I've been in all those areas with the Sub and other nice watches, with never a problem or comment or even side-eye. Do be a little careful in Naples. And anywhere in Italy be careful of pickpockets, particularly at major train stations--a high art there. RE Sicily: I spent a month there several years ago, and toured almost the whole island by myself. Other than maybe certain parts of Palermo, it is a beatiful and safe place. Taormina is stunning, the Greek temples are the envy of Greece, the landscape is varied and lovely, and the people are warm and friendly. It's bad rep is deeply undeserved.

11 July 2018, 10:07 AM	#24
martinscott "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Florida, USA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 110	I know it's not on your list but I just got back from Venice in mid-June and wore my Sub-C Date entire time and had no issues. Saw Datejusts and a Skydweller on the writs of others.

11 July 2018, 11:24 AM	#25
imgook "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Rob Location: Australia Watch: 116500LN White Posts: 886	Went in April Paris -> Switzerland -> Venice -> Florence -> Positano -> Rome Wore my 500C everyday, not a single person noticed.

11 July 2018, 11:49 AM	#28
N5XTC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Scott Location: Hampton, Virginia Watch: 2008 Submariner Posts: 224	i vote explorer one. just add hours to the time in your head or reset the watch, takes a few seconds. ))

11 July 2018, 12:06 PM	#29
BNABOD "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: USA Posts: 663	Where do you think you are going Yemen? There is petty theft in Europe yes but for Christ ‘s sake wear what you want and insure your valuables..

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