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indyducati · 27 May 2012, 10:54 PM

Could someone please confirm for me ? Is the 14270 the 'newest' Explorer available with lug holes ?

Thank you,
Steve

Dan2010 · 27 May 2012, 11:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by indyducati

Could someone please confirm for me ? Is the 14270 the 'newest' Explorer available with lug holes ?

Thank you,
Steve

I don't recall any Explorer I having lug holes.

acce1999 · 27 May 2012, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by indyducati

Could someone please confirm for me ? Is the 14270 the 'newest' Explorer available with lug holes ?

Thank you,
Steve

Yes. The switch-over was in the middle of the S series. (1993/94). All models before that had drilled through lug holes.

Best,

A

gslaskin · 27 May 2012, 11:25 PM

jtk2012 · 1 July 2012, 03:47 AM

my dream watch...will own one very soon *fingers crossed*.

SMALL wrists so deciding to go 114270. Anyone know the main differences between, D-P and Z series. I'm guessing its not cosmetic but more calibration changes..I could be wrong I am super newb...

jtk2012 · 8 July 2012, 08:27 AM

V-Series 114270 purchased from DavidSW....
He said it would show up around 12ish today. USPS dropped it off, opened box and first thing I did was take a picture. Notice it was about 18 seconds past 12, close enough. I still had the cover over crystal (bit excited at the moment)

Then we went for a walk in NYC....

Finished the day off BBQ'ing with my new watch

Boothroyd · 8 July 2012, 09:36 AM

Congratulations, James!

Kanawha · 10 January 2014, 01:49 PM

Had to pick this bad boy up! :]

kbutler971 · 10 January 2014, 03:16 PM

Nice photos, especially with alternative straps. Here's my 114270 on a Hirsch black rubber strap for a change. Light and comfortable.
photo0106141.jpg

Sunny Arizona · 11 January 2014, 06:21 AM

I enjoy a situation where my wife could care less what I spend my money on as long as I am not gambling, doing drugs, or fooling around. Notice I did not say anything about drinking, having season tickets to several sports, or more importantly buying watches.
Over the years I have had more Rolex Watches than I can count but I always come back to the Explorer 114270. Bought it...sold it...bought it...bla bla.
Recently, I thought about selling this one in the M to V range or maybe a 214270 which I also have owned, essentially decided against it.
Here is mine. Picture from a week or two ago in frigid 70 degree weather

kevbm · 11 January 2014, 10:24 AM

I love the simplicity if this Rolex. The 39 mm looks and wears extremely well. Great pics on this thread, guys.

Rocco22 · 8 July 2012, 11:25 AM

I had the new one and sold it,I've been thinking of getting it again as I really liked it.its a beaut of a watch.

U5512 · 8 July 2012, 11:37 AM

Hairdude1 · 8 July 2012, 11:53 AM

I love mine! Sorry no pics...Yet!

superdog · 8 July 2012, 12:01 PM

My all time favorite!!

acce1999 · 8 July 2012, 07:59 PM

Adding a couple of recent pictures of a watch that has been a teenager for quite a while now:

Best,

A

ajmexplorer · 8 July 2012, 10:55 PM

the explorer bug just keeps biting...... i loves it!

jtk2012 · 9 July 2012, 05:38 AM

What is that last bracelet...

acce1999 · 9 July 2012, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by jtk2012

What is that last bracelet...

It is a standard jubilee. The Explorer 14270 has the same middle case as the earlier Datejust 162XX, so a 62510H bracelet with 555B end links will offer a perfect match. I enjoy the combination from time to time, but always goes back to the Oyster bracelet. The later 114270 will have problems taking the jubilee, since the lug holes are closer to the case, and therefore do not offer a good match with end links.

Some more pictures:

Best,

A

bigchelis · 17 October 2016, 04:08 AM

This jubilee bracelet on Explorer 14270 is by far the coolest thing in this entire thread.

Definitely going to copy you on this one.

Quote:

Originally Posted by acce1999

It is a standard jubilee. The Explorer 14270 has the same middle case as the earlier Datejust 162XX, so a 62510H bracelet with 555B end links will offer a perfect match. I enjoy the combination from time to time, but always goes back to the Oyster bracelet. The later 114270 will have problems taking the jubilee, since the lug holes are closer to the case, and therefore do not offer a good match with end links.

Some more pictures:

Best,

A

cptmike03 · 9 July 2012, 02:32 AM

Great thread! Makes me want a 36mm one even more!

onehotchili · 9 July 2012, 02:56 AM

I agree....great thread. definitely putting a 36mm on my radar....

Lumberjact · 9 July 2012, 08:49 PM

Hi all,

Delighted to join such a wonderful group.

I don't have any photos to hand at present, but must say in the four months I've owned an Explorer, I love it more every time I look at it.

A few observations:

Because it doesn't look like a Rolex, which was one of the main reasons I was attracted to it, it doesn't draw attention even from those I might've expected to spot it. This I love.

It takes a pounding. I wear it for more or less everything, and have only a couple of little bezel scratches for my trouble. It has been swimming in the sea, kayaking, hill walking, rock climbing, travelling, cycling, running, plus the usual gardening, socialising etc! It also draws the curious and ever-strengthening grip of our 8-month old! So far so good.

Timekeeping is superb. It consistently runs 1-2 seconds fast a day, which, since it is consistent, makes it utterly reliable. I don't do lateness, so must have a timepiece, other than quartz, that I can rely on.

It is without question the most comfortable watch I have ever worn. It fits so snugly and securely. It does not grab at wrist hairs, and the easy link facility is simply fantastic.

Pics to follow soon hopefully.

Cheers folks!

dlhussain · 9 July 2012, 08:57 PM

Love the explorer on the jubilee bracelet absolutely stunning! Can't wait to pick up my 114270 on the 25th... the wait is killing me

onefastman · 10 July 2012, 02:10 AM

Just got my 39mm

dvdwyn · 12 July 2012, 10:10 AM

thinking of getting this one..

jhupp · 12 July 2012, 10:26 AM

I'll join!! I have been wearing mine on a Swiss Army half leather half nylon strap lately. Very low key. Sorry for the b-berry shots.

kymwatchlog · 12 July 2012, 11:09 AM

Joining the club!

Feras · 12 July 2012, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by kymwatchlog

Joining the club!

Best Exp watch on a formal dress picture

it's giving me 2nd thoughts about the perfect watch for me

Lew Archer · 12 July 2012, 01:13 PM

ImageUploadedByTapatalk1342062613.785777.jpg

Got this a few months ago. I really enjoy its simplicity. It is totally without pretense or affectation. A great and classic watch.

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27 May 2012, 10:54 PM	#1
indyducati "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Indiana Posts: 3	Could someone please confirm for me ? Is the 14270 the 'newest' Explorer available with lug holes ? Thank you, Steve

27 May 2012, 11:25 PM	#4
gslaskin Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Minnesota, USA Posts: 429

1 July 2012, 03:47 AM	#5
jtk2012 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: James Location: Manhattan Watch: Explorer II Polar Posts: 33	my dream watch...will own one very soon fingers crossed. SMALL wrists so deciding to go 114270. Anyone know the main differences between, D-P and Z series. I'm guessing its not cosmetic but more calibration changes..I could be wrong I am super newb...

10 January 2014, 03:16 PM	#9
kbutler971 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: ing the Detectives Posts: 984	Nice photos, especially with alternative straps. Here's my 114270 on a Hirsch black rubber strap for a change. Light and comfortable. photo0106141.jpg

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Rocco22 Banned Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Mass/Vegas/disney Watch: Hulk,114060,14060 Posts: 929	I had the new one and sold it,I've been thinking of getting it again as I really liked it.its a beaut of a watch.

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8 July 2012, 11:53 AM	#14
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	I love mine! Sorry no pics...Yet!

8 July 2012, 07:59 PM	#16
acce1999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: GMT+1 Posts: 2,711	Adding a couple of recent pictures of a watch that has been a teenager for quite a while now: Best, A

8 July 2012, 10:55 PM	#17
ajmexplorer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: UK Watch: explorer 39 Posts: 32	the explorer bug just keeps biting...... i loves it!

9 July 2012, 05:38 AM	#18
jtk2012 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: James Location: Manhattan Watch: Explorer II Polar Posts: 33	What is that last bracelet...

9 July 2012, 02:32 AM	#21
cptmike03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Northern VA Watch: 14060M, 16234 Posts: 104	Great thread! Makes me want a 36mm one even more!

9 July 2012, 02:56 AM	#22
onehotchili "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: California Posts: 82	I agree....great thread. definitely putting a 36mm on my radar....

9 July 2012, 08:49 PM	#23
Lumberjact "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Paris Watch: Explorer Posts: 446	Hi all, Delighted to join such a wonderful group. I don't have any photos to hand at present, but must say in the four months I've owned an Explorer, I love it more every time I look at it. A few observations: Because it doesn't look like a Rolex, which was one of the main reasons I was attracted to it, it doesn't draw attention even from those I might've expected to spot it. This I love. It takes a pounding. I wear it for more or less everything, and have only a couple of little bezel scratches for my trouble. It has been swimming in the sea, kayaking, hill walking, rock climbing, travelling, cycling, running, plus the usual gardening, socialising etc! It also draws the curious and ever-strengthening grip of our 8-month old! So far so good. Timekeeping is superb. It consistently runs 1-2 seconds fast a day, which, since it is consistent, makes it utterly reliable. I don't do lateness, so must have a timepiece, other than quartz, that I can rely on. It is without question the most comfortable watch I have ever worn. It fits so snugly and securely. It does not grab at wrist hairs, and the easy link facility is simply fantastic. Pics to follow soon hopefully. Cheers folks!

9 July 2012, 08:57 PM	#24
dlhussain "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: London Posts: 184	Love the explorer on the jubilee bracelet absolutely stunning! Can't wait to pick up my 114270 on the 25th... the wait is killing me

12 July 2012, 10:26 AM	#27
jhupp "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: NJ / PA / FL Watch: Exp 1 and 2 Posts: 284	I'll join!! I have been wearing mine on a Swiss Army half leather half nylon strap lately. Very low key. Sorry for the b-berry shots.

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kymwatchlog Banned Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: US Posts: 853	Joining the club!

12 July 2012, 01:13 PM	#30
Lew Archer "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: L.A., Calif. Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 2,218	ImageUploadedByTapatalk1342062613.785777.jpg Got this a few months ago. I really enjoy its simplicity. It is totally without pretense or affectation. A great and classic watch.

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