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Old 25 April 2008, 01:48 AM   #121
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Old 25 April 2008, 04:52 AM   #122
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Old 1 May 2008, 10:29 AM   #123
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I'm in the market for one as well.
I really like that they now have the inner bezel engraved and was told that it might have to be special ordered, does anyone have an idea if it's possible? Also, how long would such an order take?
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Old 1 May 2008, 08:52 PM   #124
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Forgot to mention that I'm looking for a black dial.
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Old 1 May 2008, 10:11 PM   #125
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i heard explorer II the white dial turn yellow over time?
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Old 2 May 2008, 02:07 AM   #126
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Old 2 May 2008, 02:31 AM   #127
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Old 2 May 2008, 09:40 AM   #128
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heard explorer II the white dial turn yellow over time?
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Old 3 May 2008, 09:42 AM   #129
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heard explorer II the white dial turn yellow over time?
Based on all the pictures I have seen, my own experience, and to my knowledge, the white dial of the Explorer II has not and does not fade to a yellow over time.

There was a small period during the mid-1980s when Rolex intended to produce a white dial Explorer II but due to some fault in the paint that they used, the dial came out to be a creamy/ivory dial instead. These Explorer II's ref. 16550 were known as the "cream dial" Explorer II and were produced in small numbers. They are quite rare, very collectible, and have very high resale value today.

At about 1988, Rolex began production of the Explorer II ref. 16570 which is the model currently seen today. They have been produced with the option of a white dial ever since and all models that I have seen have remained snow white throughout all those years. Absolutely no fading whatsoever.

Here's a link with some information about the cream dial model:

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Old 3 May 2008, 09:58 AM   #130
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Based on all the pictures I have seen, my own experience, and to my knowledge, the white dial of the Explorer II has not and does not fade to a yellow over time.

There was a small period during the mid-1980s when Rolex intended to produce a white dial Explorer II but due to some fault in the paint that they used, the dial came out to be a creamy/ivory dial instead. These Explorer II's ref. 16550 were known as the "cream dial" Explorer II and were produced in small numbers. They are quite rare, very collectible, and have very high resale value today.

At about 1988, Rolex began production of the Explorer II ref. 16570 which is the model currently seen today. They have been produced with the option of a white dial ever since and all models that I have seen have remained snow white throughout all those years. Absolutely no fading whatsoever.

Here's a link with some information about the cream dial model:

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http://bjsonline.com/watches/articles/0016.shtml


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Old 27 May 2008, 01:23 AM   #131
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hi everyone... its my first time here. its great that theres a forum like this to help people like me.


i'm planning to buy/invest on a timepiece. im looking at the Explorer II.... any advice.


btw, it'll be my first time to buy an expensive timepiece.
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Old 27 May 2008, 02:58 AM   #132
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Jbomb42, buying an explorer 2 is a good decision. Its one of the most comfortable sports watch Rolex has ever made. Its also one of the lightest at 127 grams :)

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hi everyone... its my first time here. its great that theres a forum like this to help people like me.


i'm planning to buy/invest on a timepiece. im looking at the Explorer II.... any advice.


btw, it'll be my first time to buy an expensive timepiece.
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Old 27 May 2008, 10:16 AM   #133
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thank asian sub, youre fromm the philippines too... maybe you know a plae where i an get a better deal?

a friend told to buy in hongkong.
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Old 31 May 2008, 07:04 AM   #134
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Best watch in the world! And the most beautiful. A design masterpiece and a Tour de Force. You will love it as much as I love mine. Go for it
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Old 31 May 2008, 12:07 PM   #135
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Jbomb42, buying an explorer 2 is a good decision. Its one of the most comfortable sports watch Rolex has ever made. Its also one of the lightest at 127 grams :)
Cant argue against that. I think the Explorer II, and the Explorer line in general, is a good first watch to learn more about what the brand has to offer. A lot of people will associate the Sub with Rolex but the Explorer is a good first watch because it shows the wearer that the brand has much more to offer than just their legendary Sub.

Its also a pretty simple watch in general. No rotating bezel to fiddle around with, classic but simple design, just set the watch and wear it.

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Old 31 May 2008, 12:50 PM   #136
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Old 31 May 2008, 12:53 PM   #137
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Old 14 June 2008, 06:56 AM   #138
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So what is a fair price for a white dial Explorer II from an AD? I am interested in one and my AD has one.
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Old 14 June 2008, 10:38 AM   #139
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Thanks for the great review and picts JJ.

Definitely that white faced Explorer II is going to be my next watch. Hoping it would be soon.
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Old 14 June 2008, 05:26 PM   #140
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So what is a fair price for a white dial Explorer II from an AD? I am interested in one and my AD has one.
A fair price I believe would be 10% off the MSRP with no sales tax. I'm sure you can get that price on the Explorer II.

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Old 19 June 2008, 06:21 AM   #141
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Hi guys, great chat on here. I have both the Explorer II, black face and the Sub non date. Cant go wrong with either of them. Hard to pick a favourite one as both of them are iconic. The sub is the most popular and rugged of the two but the explorer is less seen so has the 'coolness' about it.
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Old 1 July 2008, 04:14 AM   #142
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what size nato strap is used for an explorer ii ...... what is everyone opinion on a black/grey strap on a white dial explorer ii??? thanks
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Old 3 July 2008, 12:34 PM   #143
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Thanks! Great Thread.
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Old 3 July 2008, 08:04 PM   #144
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hi guys,

after reading all the posts..i got a quote from a AD in Malaysia.

Thank you for your enquiry regarding the price for the above watch.

The recommended retail price is RM17,579 and it comes in either a black dial or a white dial.

We welcome you to visit any of The Hour Glass outlets all of which are authorised dealers for Rolex.

Our outlets are located at:-

1. The Gardens, Mid Valley City
Lot G-240 Ground Floor
Tel: 03-22877830 or 22877831

2. Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
Lot 2.41 Level 2,
Pavilion KL Shopping Mall
Tel: 03-21488930 or 21488931

3. Lot 10 Shopping Center,
Unit G1, Ground Floor
Tel: 03-21441620 or 21441932

4. Parkson Grand Suria KLCC
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We look forward to serving you.

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Old 5 July 2008, 12:07 PM   #145
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The Pavilion store is quite good. The price I got for this piece just today from another AD is RM16,000.00 I bought two last year for RM15,000.00
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Old 5 July 2008, 12:37 PM   #146
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JJ solid report I like it. My AD said the EXP is due for a change over by Rolex. I told her stop making guesses. She said next year at the show look for a change. I bet her $5,000 or a DJ Rolex she is up in the night wrong. She and her manager took the bet. Looks like another Rolex for me in March 2009.
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Old 8 July 2008, 03:56 PM   #147
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The Pavilion store is quite good. The price I got for this piece just today from another AD is RM16,000.00 I bought two last year for RM15,000.00
Hi Lee, where u bought the watch at? RM16k sounds reasonable. Tq
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Old 8 July 2008, 04:02 PM   #148
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I bought my watch in Kota Kinabalu... bought 2 in fact, one white one black, and an Explorer from them too. The price now is RM16K, cash.
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Old 8 July 2008, 04:22 PM   #149
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Which one better, black or white? KL is selling 17k for white and 17.5k for black
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Old 8 July 2008, 05:36 PM   #150
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Which one better, black or white? KL is selling 17k for white and 17.5k for black
The white dial is definitely more popular. Hold them both side by side and see which one you like more!!!
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