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Aquinas · 24 November 2021, 08:24 PM

I went to Mexico back in early 2018, ten days of Playa del Carmen, a day in Mex City and a few days in Cuarnavaca (sp?) where we have friends. It was just before spring break so I think February.
Playa del Carmen was basically an American city back then, full with boomer tourists, and literally everybody was wearing a Rolex. Mostly Subs, lots of GMTs. Mind, that was back in early 2018, when I got my Datejust 41 for a 20 per cent discount from a gray, and could have gotten a Sub at list price from the windows.
Anyway, I wouldn't worry about safety there if it hasn't changed too much. However, for a bit of peace of mind, I recommend the Mido Ocean Star GMT. Traveller GMT for roundabout 1k, with a nice look and holiday feel. The strap sucks and it's a bit heavy with the bracelet, so I'd add a nice rubber strap.

24 November 2021, 08:24 PM	#36
Aquinas "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Germany Posts: 129	I went to Mexico back in early 2018, ten days of Playa del Carmen, a day in Mex City and a few days in Cuarnavaca (sp?) where we have friends. It was just before spring break so I think February. Playa del Carmen was basically an American city back then, full with boomer tourists, and literally everybody was wearing a Rolex. Mostly Subs, lots of GMTs. Mind, that was back in early 2018, when I got my Datejust 41 for a 20 per cent discount from a gray, and could have gotten a Sub at list price from the windows. Anyway, I wouldn't worry about safety there if it hasn't changed too much. However, for a bit of peace of mind, I recommend the Mido Ocean Star GMT. Traveller GMT for roundabout 1k, with a nice look and holiday feel. The strap sucks and it's a bit heavy with the bracelet, so I'd add a nice rubber strap.