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Old 26 June 2017, 05:32 AM   #1
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What is the best bang for buck Rolex watch?

In your opinion, what is the best bang for buck Rolex watch?

A watch is should cost more but isn't due to the it being unpopular, old, or just the market at the moment
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:35 AM   #2
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Well it could be argued it's the new Skydweller SS.
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:36 AM   #3
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What is the best bang for buck Rolex watch?

I would think a stainless steel Submariner or Sea Dweller. They have held value well and even increased for all variations. They say a watch loses almost 50% of its value the moment you walk out of the store with it. But these two models have made it back and then some over the last 5-6 years.

With the Sub and SD you get two of the most recognizable and iconic watches ever made, they're durable, functional, and more on the affordable side of the luxury watch game. That's my .02 anyway.
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:37 AM   #4
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Personally I don't know but I've been reading quite a few reviews lately on a possible purchase and the 216570 Explorer II is often giving this tag.

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Old 26 June 2017, 05:38 AM   #5
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BLNR or Black Sub
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:38 AM   #6
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I would think a stainless steel Submariner or Sea Dweller. They have held value well and even increased for all variations. They say a watch loses almost 50% of its value the moment you walk out of the store with it. But these two models have made it back and then some over the last 5-6 years.

With the Sub and SD you get two of the most recognizable and iconic watches ever made, they're durable, functional, and more on the affordable side of the luxury watch game. That's my .02 anyway.


A watch loses 50% of its value after you leave the store? I'm gonna need some sources on this. Even the most unpopular watches shouldn't lose 50% immediately.


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Old 26 June 2017, 05:38 AM   #7
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Explorer2 hands down. It has almost everything the gmt has, minus the rotating bezel for $2000 less!
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:39 AM   #8
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In the current line up I think the Explorer I 39mm 214270 is packing a lot of goodness for the price. It's both sporty and elegant, making it quite a flexible timepiece.
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:40 AM   #9
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Explorer2 hands down. It has almost everything the gmt has, minus the rotating bezel for $2000 less!
There's where I would go, or the Classic graceful SS Date Just.
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:41 AM   #10
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I sold my 116618 LB for 90% of what I paid for it 2 months after I bought it.

I traded my 116660 black dial for 110% of what I paid for it 3 months later.

Just two data points from each end of the price range.

Sources please.........
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:43 AM   #11
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:47 AM   #12
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The 2016 Air King. Same case and anti-magnetic qualities as the Milgauss, however much cheaper.
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:48 AM   #13
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The one you get the most enjoyment out of wearing.


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Old 26 June 2017, 05:52 AM   #14
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Milgauss for me
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:52 AM   #15
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Whichever one you like and can afford at the time
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:54 AM   #16
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Exactly. What I get my monies worth may be totally different than you. With that said, the Explorer II is a steal for what you get.

Remember, Rolex watches are all way overpriced luxury goods that do the same job and a Timex
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:58 AM   #17
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New, probably a GMT II BLNR, used watches in the current lineup, Explorer I or Milgauss, both are great watches that can be had at fantastic prices.
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Old 26 June 2017, 05:58 AM   #18
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In the current line up I think the Explorer I 39mm 214270 is packing a lot of goodness for the price. It's both sporty and elegant, making it quite a flexible timepiece.
Good thread. Agree with above especially the new model.

Bang for buck has to be explorer, sporty yet elegant, comfortable.
Doesn't draw the wrong attention, No problems with where you wear it, so very safe.

Sensible price tag without tieing up to much cash so you can actually enjoy a life wearing it wherever.
Not age selective so an 18 yr old would look as good as an 80 yr old.

Must be a winner!
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:16 AM   #19
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The new Explorer. But I have to agree with whichever one is on your wrist and makes you feel special because that's what Rolex is all about.
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:18 AM   #20
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Explorer2 hands down. It has almost everything the gmt has, minus the rotating bezel for $2000 less!

Agreed. Biggest bang for buck in the Rolex line up by a mile.
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:19 AM   #21
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:20 AM   #22
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Explorer2 hands down. It has almost everything the gmt has, minus the rotating bezel for $2000 less!
I second this
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:25 AM   #23
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The best bang for the buck is relative. If you are talking about a watch holding its value, you are talking about the SS Daytona. If you are talking about getting a Rolex for the least amount of money, then you are looking at the least expensive model like the Oyster Perpetual or a pre-owned DJ for even less.
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:32 AM   #24
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Explorer II and AirKing i would say. Also Steel Sky-Dweller as it is the most complicated Rolex ever made and price is almost same with Sea-Dweller.
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:33 AM   #25
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16600 sea dweller is a good value.
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:34 AM   #26
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Any OP or the Explorer 1 as long as you don't need a date or GMT feature. If those are important, Explorer 2.
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:35 AM   #27
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:39 AM   #28
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Rolex items are luxury goods...they are all over priced...so which one is less overpriced depends on how much you "like" the watch.
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:42 AM   #29
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Any gold Rolex is a great value. You will not find a cheaper all gold watch from another brand that still retains great value.
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Old 26 June 2017, 06:43 AM   #30
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Most watches do but I do not think Rolex steel tool watches do. There is such a glut of unsold and used watches in the world right now and the demand overall still seems to be softening from what I read. The 50 percent number is from full retail. With the deals out there now the blow is clearly less.
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