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at7724 · 22 October 2009, 05:25 PM

Just got back from a week long trip to Maui. Took the Explorer II and put it through its paces: snorkeling, scuba diving, pool, and beach time--wore it 24/7. Being able to use two time zones was very helpful. This trip confirmed my personal opinion that the Explorer II is the best Rolex tool/beater watch.

Didn't see too many Rolex's out there. A hand full of Subs., GMTs, and only one other Explorer II. I stopped by Baron and Leeds, the AD on Maui, and checked out their stock. They had just about everything except for a SS Daytona (lucky for me I own one). Service was friendly.

At the resort I stayed at, there was a Rolls Royce, a Ferrari, and a Bugatti parked in front. The valet told me a guest owned all three and 40 other high end luxury cars. The Bugatti was one of thirty made. A couple of days later, I noticed the Bugatti was gone. The valet told me the owner had taken it for a spin around the block. A few minutes later, he drives up, gets out, and goes into the resort. I noticed he was wearing a Pepsi GMT--diamond encrusted face and jeweled bezel. Nice, but I would rather have an Explorer II.

Tombstone · 22 October 2009, 06:10 PM

Way to go I am going back to Maui in Jan. staying at the Grand. I love Barons and Leeds (too bad for me it's by the LV store I always get stuck buying a bag $$$$) I have only bought one watch from B&L a LV Sub back in 06. B&L will not discount better deals on the mainland. Glad you had fun.

Joey_V · 22 October 2009, 07:09 PM

Nice!

I'm headed to Maui in 5 days.... staying at the Grand. Will be picking up my Panerai 312 when I check in!!

gregdolley · 22 October 2009, 07:44 PM

Funny... you were just in Maui... Joey is headed there in 5 days... and I'm there right now on vacation! I just took my new day-date through snorkeling/diving and the beach/swimming. It still looks brand new!

Dan Pierce · 22 October 2009, 10:16 PM

Maui, one of the most beautiful places on Earth.

dP

BarkMaster · 22 October 2009, 10:33 PM

The last time I went to Maui itself, the "road to Hana" was still in bad shape and the 7 pools were bone dry. I enjoyed going up on top of the crater and talking to ham radio operators on other islands.

I've skipped that island on subsequent trips to the islands. I prefer the big island!

rsg · 22 October 2009, 11:07 PM

Nice! I'm headed to Maui today for a few days. Aloha!

tkc324 · 23 October 2009, 01:27 AM

I love Maui... was just there about 1 1/2 month ago...
I want to move there....
Baron & Leeds sales people are definitely very nice.
Got my ss daytona from them...

JBat · 23 October 2009, 01:31 AM

Sounds like a great trip. We honeymooned on Kaua'i a year ago, and it is a beautiful place too. Maui will have to be next on the list.

Tools · 23 October 2009, 02:20 AM

We've been going to Maui once or twice a year for a while... It's our favorite island..

The EXP II is the watch that has made the trip the most times... perfect for all the adventures you could have there:

kcmo · 23 October 2009, 02:35 AM

Sounds like you had a great time!

I REALLY need to visit Maui! We stayed in Honolulu about 3.5 years ago and I think we're due for a trip back to Hawaii!

Gerardus · 23 October 2009, 02:52 AM

Never been to Maui......yet, but that the EX2 did a good job for you is glad to hear.

ocwatching · 23 October 2009, 02:55 AM

was at Maui right after Thanksgiving last year and love it..the warm water and ocean breeze...we were lucky that it didn't rain...wonderful week...
love it there...can't beat the 4Seasons...

AK Blackhawk · 23 October 2009, 03:10 AM

We're going back in February. Can't wait!!

Joey_V · 23 October 2009, 05:14 AM

Sound like Maui is the place to be! We should have a mini meet there..

SeaBass800 · 23 October 2009, 05:28 AM

at7724 - What resort was this??????

at7724 · 23 October 2009, 09:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SeaBass800

at7724 - What resort was this??????

Grand Wilea.

Ebruner · 23 October 2009, 10:40 AM

The Big Island is always my choice. Mauna Kea.

Speed · 23 October 2009, 01:22 PM

Kauai is the quiet low key getaway. Broke my finger surfing there a couple weeks ago. Stayed at the grand hyatt. Very nice. No ADs :-)

dalip · 23 October 2009, 01:29 PM

we're going now...very very soon :)

Mauiguy · 23 October 2009, 02:40 PM

I'm blessed to call Maui my home and while living here has its ups and downs, I would not want to live anywhere else on earth. For those of you who come to visit, I wish you a fabulous well-deserved vacation, relax, take in the beautiful scenery, enjoy the wonderful activities, and have fun! Maui no ka oi (is the best) Aloha!

Gary

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new TRF member and proud owner of the following models:
SD 16600 Z series
GMT II-C 116713 Z series

User Name · 24 October 2009, 12:28 PM

I got back from Maui, Kauai and Oahu about three weeks ago and Maui was defiantly our favorite. We were gone two weeks and saw a lot. I can't wait to get back and defiantly get to the big island to see the volcano. Neil

Speed · 24 October 2009, 02:39 PM

OK, Maui is gorgeous, but Kauai is sooooo laid back!

Joey_V · 24 October 2009, 07:06 PM

Cant wait... going there in 3 days! Will post some pics of me and my watch as well..

Tombstone · 27 October 2009, 04:06 PM

Shots of my brother (who went with me last year) He can't go this year so too bad for him.

gregmoeck · 15 April 2010, 10:07 PM

Maui is

Cru Jones · 15 April 2010, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

Kauai is the quiet low key getaway. Broke my finger surfing there a couple weeks ago. Stayed at the grand hyatt. Very nice. No ADs :-)

x2 (except for the broken finger part). honeymooned there. great memories.

JoeJoeBobo · 18 January 2023, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rsg

Nice! I'm headed to Maui today for a few days. Aloha!

Aloha!

nworbled · 18 January 2023, 08:17 AM

Holy thread resurrection, Batman.

Bizcut1 · 18 January 2023, 09:24 AM

Yeah, watches are nice and cars too....but in Maui the real deal is the breakfast fried rice at the Kihei Cafe...

22 October 2009, 05:25 PM	#1
at7724 Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Home! Posts: 148	Trip to Maui Just got back from a week long trip to Maui. Took the Explorer II and put it through its paces: snorkeling, scuba diving, pool, and beach time--wore it 24/7. Being able to use two time zones was very helpful. This trip confirmed my personal opinion that the Explorer II is the best Rolex tool/beater watch. Didn't see too many Rolex's out there. A hand full of Subs., GMTs, and only one other Explorer II. I stopped by Baron and Leeds, the AD on Maui, and checked out their stock. They had just about everything except for a SS Daytona (lucky for me I own one). Service was friendly. At the resort I stayed at, there was a Rolls Royce, a Ferrari, and a Bugatti parked in front. The valet told me a guest owned all three and 40 other high end luxury cars. The Bugatti was one of thirty made. A couple of days later, I noticed the Bugatti was gone. The valet told me the owner had taken it for a spin around the block. A few minutes later, he drives up, gets out, and goes into the resort. I noticed he was wearing a Pepsi GMT--diamond encrusted face and jeweled bezel. Nice, but I would rather have an Explorer II.

22 October 2009, 06:10 PM	#2
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	Way to go I am going back to Maui in Jan. staying at the Grand. I love Barons and Leeds (too bad for me it's by the LV store I always get stuck buying a bag $$$$) I have only bought one watch from B&L a LV Sub back in 06. B&L will not discount better deals on the mainland. Glad you had fun. __________________ Always working...by choice

22 October 2009, 07:09 PM	#3
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	Nice! I'm headed to Maui in 5 days.... staying at the Grand. Will be picking up my Panerai 312 when I check in!! __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

22 October 2009, 10:16 PM	#5
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,217	Maui, one of the most beautiful places on Earth. dP Attached Images __________________ 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

22 October 2009, 10:33 PM	#6
BarkMaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Watch: 18078 YG DD Posts: 7,962	The last time I went to Maui itself, the "road to Hana" was still in bad shape and the 7 pools were bone dry. I enjoyed going up on top of the crater and talking to ham radio operators on other islands. I've skipped that island on subsequent trips to the islands. I prefer the big island! __________________ BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

22 October 2009, 07:44 PM	#4
gregdolley Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Greg Dolley Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rose Gold Daytona Posts: 1,283	Funny... you were just in Maui... Joey is headed there in 5 days... and I'm there right now on vacation! I just took my new day-date through snorkeling/diving and the beach/swimming. It still looks brand new!

22 October 2009, 11:07 PM	#7
rsg "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: California Posts: 1,092	Nice! I'm headed to Maui today for a few days. Aloha!

23 October 2009, 01:27 AM	#8
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	I love Maui... was just there about 1 1/2 month ago... I want to move there.... Baron & Leeds sales people are definitely very nice. Got my ss daytona from them...

23 October 2009, 01:31 AM	#9
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Sounds like a great trip. We honeymooned on Kaua'i a year ago, and it is a beautiful place too. Maui will have to be next on the list.

23 October 2009, 02:20 AM	#10
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	We've been going to Maui once or twice a year for a while... It's our favorite island.. The EXP II is the watch that has made the trip the most times... perfect for all the adventures you could have there: __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

23 October 2009, 02:35 AM	#11
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Sounds like you had a great time! I REALLY need to visit Maui! We stayed in Honolulu about 3.5 years ago and I think we're due for a trip back to Hawaii!

23 October 2009, 02:52 AM	#12
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	Never been to Maui......yet, but that the EX2 did a good job for you is glad to hear. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

23 October 2009, 02:55 AM	#13
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	was at Maui right after Thanksgiving last year and love it..the warm water and ocean breeze...we were lucky that it didn't rain...wonderful week... love it there...can't beat the 4Seasons... __________________ too much into watches...

23 October 2009, 03:10 AM	#14
AK Blackhawk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Pete Location: Florida, USA Posts: 118	We're going back in February. Can't wait!! __________________

23 October 2009, 05:14 AM	#15
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	Sound like Maui is the place to be! We should have a mini meet there.. __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

23 October 2009, 05:28 AM	#16
SeaBass800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 86	at7724 - What resort was this??????

23 October 2009, 10:40 AM	#18
Ebruner "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Eddie Location: Kentucky Watch: 118208 Posts: 2,510	The Big Island is always my choice. Mauna Kea.

23 October 2009, 01:22 PM	#19
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Kauai is the quiet low key getaway. Broke my finger surfing there a couple weeks ago. Stayed at the grand hyatt. Very nice. No ADs :-)

23 October 2009, 01:29 PM	#20
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	we're going now...very very soon :) __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

23 October 2009, 02:40 PM	#21
Mauiguy 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Hawaiian islands Posts: 1,109	I'm blessed to call Maui my home and while living here has its ups and downs, I would not want to live anywhere else on earth. For those of you who come to visit, I wish you a fabulous well-deserved vacation, relax, take in the beautiful scenery, enjoy the wonderful activities, and have fun! Maui no ka oi (is the best) Aloha! Gary -- new TRF member and proud owner of the following models: SD 16600 Z series GMT II-C 116713 Z series

24 October 2009, 12:28 PM	#22
User Name "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Neil Location: Ohio Watch: GmtIIc Posts: 142	I got back from Maui, Kauai and Oahu about three weeks ago and Maui was defiantly our favorite. We were gone two weeks and saw a lot. I can't wait to get back and defiantly get to the big island to see the volcano. Neil

24 October 2009, 02:39 PM	#23
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Kauai!!! OK, Maui is gorgeous, but Kauai is sooooo laid back!

24 October 2009, 07:06 PM	#24
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	Cant wait... going there in 3 days! Will post some pics of me and my watch as well.. __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

27 October 2009, 04:06 PM	#25
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	Shots of my brother (who went with me last year) He can't go this year so too bad for him. Attached Images __________________ Always working...by choice

15 April 2010, 10:07 PM	#26
gregmoeck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Maui Watch: Patek Posts: 2,032	Maui is

18 January 2023, 08:17 AM	#29
nworbled "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Honolulu, HI Watch: 126710BLRO Posts: 312	Holy thread resurrection, Batman.

18 January 2023, 09:24 AM	#30
Bizcut1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Real Name: Ben Location: Valley of the Sun Watch: 126331 126610 3861 Posts: 3,253	Yeah, watches are nice and cars too....but in Maui the real deal is the breakfast fried rice at the Kihei Cafe...

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