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HogwldFLTR · 13 May 2021, 06:40 PM

I like the slightly more robust looking case of the new model a bit more although either would be nice!!! I'm more likely to go for the two tone version which I'm seriously considering going after.

jakjuventus · 13 May 2021, 11:18 PM

One day pass and I starting to like the new Explorer more. I find the new lug to be more balance and fit with new bracelet more.

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JRique · 14 May 2021, 12:41 AM

Amazing watch...

jpwv · 14 May 2021, 12:48 AM

what size is your wrist?

jakjuventus · 14 May 2021, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by jpwv

what size is your wrist?

5.9-6 inch wrist

-Ally- · 14 May 2021, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by jakjuventus

One day pass and I starting to like the new Explorer more. I find the new lug to be more balance and fit with new bracelet more.

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Turn it over.

dannyp · 14 May 2021, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by -Ally-

Turn it over.

Is this a very efficient request for clasp pics, or the lamest Robert attempt ever

?

-Ally- · 14 May 2021, 04:39 AM

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Originally Posted by dannyp

Is this a very efficient request for clasp pics, or the lamest Robert attempt ever

?

The former :)

Brich436 · 14 May 2021, 04:57 AM

Great pics and a solid review. I think he summed it up best “you don’t buy this watch for others you buy it for yourself”..... I think this model fits in real nice as a lower profile watch.

I can’t wait to see this on a brown leather strap!

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AJMarcus · 14 May 2021, 05:20 AM

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Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

I like the slightly more robust looking case of the new model a bit more although either would be nice!!! I'm more likely to go for the two tone version which I'm seriously considering going after.

I just picked up the TT and I love it. You won’t be disappointed.

watchtabs · 14 May 2021, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by AJMarcus

I just picked up the TT and I love it. You won’t be disappointed.

I really want this.

RonnieBadger · 14 May 2021, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Brich436

....I can’t wait to see this on a brown leather strap!
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Check out Insta.

You are right, it looks sweeeet!!

dannyp · 14 May 2021, 09:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dannyp

Is this a very efficient request for clasp pics, or the lamest Robert attempt ever

?

Quote:

Originally Posted by -Ally-

The former :)

Obviously an autocorrect from “robbery” :p

dannyp · 14 May 2021, 09:09 AM

Here’s a question: Anyone who’d tried This watch and is also familiar with the 38mm GP Laureato? That was absolutely, positively, going to be my next watch, until I saw this. Curious if the bracelet is “dainty” by comparison to that, or just too old 20mm Rolex bracelets.

GeorgiaTime48 · 14 May 2021, 09:59 AM

Timeless watch

hondacb1002 · 19 May 2021, 04:54 PM

i called another local AD in the LA area and was told that the stainless steel is hard to get :(

PJitz · 19 May 2021, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by hondacb1002

i called another local AD in the LA area and was told that the stainless steel is hard to get :(

It's a new, steel professional Rolex. What did you expect?

Milou66 · 2 February 2022, 12:39 AM

Rolex going back to the 36mm size for the Explorer feels like the brand has given up on the model as a tool watch, catering to market demand and the hype. While every sports model is each year larger and unfortunately thicker as well, the Explorer is going backwards and further widening the size gap between the Explorer I and II.

espanol · 2 February 2022, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Milou66

Rolex going back to the 36mm size for the Explorer feels like the brand has given up on the model as a tool watch, catering to market demand and the hype. While every sports model is each year larger and unfortunately thicker as well, the Explorer is going backwards and further widening the size gap between the Explorer I and II.

Pretty much the opposite of what reverting back to 36mm means to me, but we’re all entitled to our opinions.

bmrk · 2 February 2022, 01:38 AM

A bit too small IMO

S.Explorer · 2 February 2022, 01:43 AM

IMO 36mm is perfect for a field watch, so comfortable.

Milou66 · 2 February 2022, 04:21 AM

Yes of course! And I’m certain the new 36mm is a wonderful watch! It’s been widely acclaimed and I do feel lonely out there��; probably because I got attached to my 39mm Explorer over years!

telesquire · 2 February 2022, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by espanol

Pretty much the opposite of what reverting back to 36mm means to me, but we’re all entitled to our opinions.

Yes I agree. The 39mm was Rolex briefly responding to the fashion of the larger watch. Now its returned to the original design size that it was for the majority of its existence, albeit with a bolder dial etc.

MJ EXPLORER · 2 February 2022, 04:19 PM

I had the 39 mm mk1 and mk2. I loved them both, but I thought the mk2 was damn near perfection.

Then I picked up the steel and two tone 36mm Explorers. They look really small in my watch case, feel really light in the hand and the taper seems a little thin at 14mm…..

And then I put it on my wrist and they are perfection!

These are not for everybody, but for those who are open to the smaller size will really be rewarded. They’ve someone made them feel both modern in build quality and vintage in proportions at the same time. I absolutely love them!

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Ssunnylee24 · 3 February 2022, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by MJ EXPLORER

I had the 39 mm mk1 and mk2. I loved them both, but I thought the mk2 was damn near perfection.

Then I picked up the steel and two tone 36mm Explorers. They look really small in my watch case, feel really light in the hand and the taper seems a little thin at 14mm…..

And then I put it on my wrist and they are perfection!

These are not for everybody, but for those who are open to the smaller size will really be rewarded. They’ve someone made them feel both modern in build quality and vintage in proportions at the same time. I absolutely love them!

I LOVED the 39mm Explorer and regret so much selling it for something else. Glad to hear someone who thought 39mm Explorere was a perfect watch to like the 36mm Explorer. I'll have to check and try out a dummy model at least. Maybe I'll get one too.

douglasf13 · 6 July 2022, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by JRique

Yes, for sure, why a 36mm watch should have the same bracelet proportions then a 40-41? If you can explain would be great.

The classic 36mm case/20mm bracelet ratio was what gave Rolex watches a unique look for decades, but, it was really never about case size, but, rather dial size.

The Rolex sport watch line looked much more cohesive through the 5-digit (and 114270) series, because the Exp, Exp II, GMT and SubDate used to all have the same dial size and 20mm bracelet (regular Sub and SD's had slightly smaller dials, but close). The only difference was the little bit of extra case outside of the dials to accommodate the various bezels. So, if you're using the dial, rather than case, to judge ratios with the bracelet, they're all about the same, and that somewhat modular aspect of the sport line being based off of the Explorer was really cool.

I'm really glad Rolex went back to 36mm with the 124270 Explorer, but, due to the 19mm bracelet, I don't love that it still has the more "lollipop" proportions of the 214270.

FirNaTine23 · 6 July 2022, 07:46 AM

Love it!!!

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Robbyman · 28 July 2022, 06:24 AM

I have picked one up and I love how under the radar it is, I get why it is 36mm and it is right from an historical point of view that they have gone to 36mm. I like it as it is now beside the proportions of the 39mm we’re just off to me.

However, if the Explorer was 37.5mm, wow what a perfect watch it would be.

rossi46 · 29 July 2022, 01:45 AM

I went to an AD last night to see and try on an (exhibition) Exp36. I desperately wanted to love it, but... the bracelet is just too damn dainty.

Why, Rolex, WHY?!? Was it too much to use the same damn case and bracelet you ALREADY make for the OP and DJ?

Utterly ridiculous.

rgwarden · 29 July 2022, 04:05 AM

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Originally Posted by espanol

Pretty much the opposite of what reverting back to 36mm means to me, but we’re all entitled to our opinions.

Agreed

13 May 2021, 06:40 PM	#211
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	I like the slightly more robust looking case of the new model a bit more although either would be nice!!! I'm more likely to go for the two tone version which I'm seriously considering going after. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

13 May 2021, 11:18 PM	#212
jakjuventus "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Bangkok Watch: Explorer Posts: 300	One day pass and I starting to like the new Explorer more. I find the new lug to be more balance and fit with new bracelet more. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Explorer : 114270 & 124270 GMT Master II : 16710 Jubilee & Oyster Bracelet BlackBay58 : 925 Silver Bullet Royal Oak : 34mm 77350st Nautilus : 7118/1a Blue dial

14 May 2021, 04:57 AM	#219
Brich436 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Brian Location: East Coast Watch: 124270 Posts: 821	Great pics and a solid review. I think he summed it up best “you don’t buy this watch for others you buy it for yourself”..... I think this model fits in real nice as a lower profile watch. I can’t wait to see this on a brown leather strap! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 16234 "Y" SS Datejust 16570 "Z" Explorer 2 116610LN "R#" Submariner 124270 "R#" Explorer 1 79030B Black Bay 58

14 May 2021, 09:59 AM	#225
GeorgiaTime48 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2021 Location: Georgia Posts: 15	Love the classic look Timeless watch

29 July 2022, 01:45 AM	#239
rossi46 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Dan Location: CT, by a lake Watch: shopping Posts: 1,474	I went to an AD last night to see and try on an (exhibition) Exp36. I desperately wanted to love it, but... the bracelet is just too damn dainty. Why, Rolex, WHY?!? Was it too much to use the same damn case and bracelet you ALREADY make for the OP and DJ? Utterly ridiculous. __________________ A watch is about the entire package, not just its appearance. Any large watch company not making its own movement is not making a watch at all; they’re just playing dress-up. --The Watch Snob

14 May 2021, 12:41 AM	#213
JRique "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Brazil Posts: 212	Amazing watch...

14 May 2021, 12:48 AM	#214
jpwv Banned Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: North Carolina Posts: 337	what size is your wrist?

14 May 2021, 09:09 AM	#224
dannyp Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: usa Posts: 6,765	Here’s a question: Anyone who’d tried This watch and is also familiar with the 38mm GP Laureato? That was absolutely, positively, going to be my next watch, until I saw this. Curious if the bracelet is “dainty” by comparison to that, or just too old 20mm Rolex bracelets.

19 May 2021, 04:54 PM	#226
hondacb1002 Banned Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 89	i called another local AD in the LA area and was told that the stainless steel is hard to get :(

2 February 2022, 12:39 AM	#228
Milou66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Paris Posts: 14	Rolex going back to the 36mm size for the Explorer feels like the brand has given up on the model as a tool watch, catering to market demand and the hype. While every sports model is each year larger and unfortunately thicker as well, the Explorer is going backwards and further widening the size gap between the Explorer I and II.

2 February 2022, 01:38 AM	#230
bmrk Banned Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: USA Posts: 248	A bit too small IMO

2 February 2022, 01:43 AM	#231
S.Explorer "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: United Kingdom Watch: Rollie Posts: 680	IMO 36mm is perfect for a field watch, so comfortable.

2 February 2022, 04:21 AM	#232
Milou66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Paris Posts: 14	Yes of course! And I’m certain the new 36mm is a wonderful watch! It’s been widely acclaimed and I do feel lonely out there��; probably because I got attached to my 39mm Explorer over years!

2 February 2022, 04:19 PM	#234
MJ EXPLORER 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2021 Real Name: Mike Location: Arkansas Watch: Air-King Posts: 908	I had the 39 mm mk1 and mk2. I loved them both, but I thought the mk2 was damn near perfection. Then I picked up the steel and two tone 36mm Explorers. They look really small in my watch case, feel really light in the hand and the taper seems a little thin at 14mm….. And then I put it on my wrist and they are perfection! These are not for everybody, but for those who are open to the smaller size will really be rewarded. They’ve someone made them feel both modern in build quality and vintage in proportions at the same time. I absolutely love them! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 July 2022, 07:46 AM	#237
FirNaTine23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 331	Love it!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 July 2022, 06:24 AM	#238
Robbyman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Blighty (England) Watch: Daytona/Pepsi/Sub Posts: 1,517	I have picked one up and I love how under the radar it is, I get why it is 36mm and it is right from an historical point of view that they have gone to 36mm. I like it as it is now beside the proportions of the 39mm we’re just off to me. However, if the Explorer was 37.5mm, wow what a perfect watch it would be.

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