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Elagabalus · 3 September 2006, 05:31 AM

Hi everyone,

I'm new and have been interested in watches for the past 2 years or so.
I have a Breitling Colt GMT I bought 6 months ago but am thinking of buying a Rolex Explorer 1. The Colt GMT is 40mm in diametre and it's a bit too big for my liking. I find that I am always bashing it into stuff when ive been drinking. Thankfull it still looks new. Anyone know a place in Toronto where I can trade it in, throw in some cash, and upgrade to an Explorer 1?
What are your thoughts on the explorer 1?

Ill post this in another section too.

Prince · 3 September 2006, 06:06 AM

Welcome to TRF, E. Enjoy your time here with us and post often. We would love to see a photo of your Breitling, BTW.

Mrdi · 3 September 2006, 06:25 AM

I wanna see a photo of "you bashing into stuff".
Explorer 1 is timeless elegance.
Good choice

Rockrolex · 3 September 2006, 07:05 AM

Welcome to TRF, John. Glad you found your way over to our merry madhouse.

Not being a Canuck, I can't help out with your question. When Atomic, or Avalon, or Launch Mini stick their heads up out of the sand, one of them may be able to help.

Good luck on your quest. The EXP is a great watch.

Goodwatch · 3 September 2006, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

Not being a Canuck,

And thus blessed, like me

Rockrolex · 3 September 2006, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

And thus blessed, like me

I thought we weren't going to gloat about that, Frans.

It could be worse. What if we were Kiwis?

Uncle-AJ · 3 September 2006, 08:32 AM

Welcome to TRF John. We are not all mad, just a little crazy.

C.J. · 3 September 2006, 08:34 AM

The Explorer is a great watch

Otis · 3 September 2006, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elagabalus

I find that I am always bashing it into stuff when ive been drinking. Thankfull it still looks new.

I've got the same problem with my head.

Welcome to TRF, looking forward to seeing some pics of the breitling

JJ Irani · 3 September 2006, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elagabalus

Hi everyone,

I'm new and have been interested in watches for the past 2 years or so.
I have a Breitling Colt GMT I bought 6 months ago but am thinking of buying a Rolex Explorer 1. The Colt GMT is 40mm in diametre and it's a bit too big for my liking. I find that I am always bashing it into stuff when ive been drinking. Thankfull it still looks new. Anyone know a place in Toronto where I can trade it in, throw in some cash, and upgrade to an Explorer 1?
What are your thoughts on the explorer 1?

Ill post this in another section too.

Hi and welcome to TRF.

On a trade-in, you will lose a lot of money on the Breitling. They (like TAGs) have a very poor resale value.

Try and sell it privately and you will get more than on a trade-in. As for the Explorer, well...if the absence of a date is not important and the size of 36 mm is suitable, you won't find a better watch in the Rolex line-up!!

Good luck whichever way you decide to go.

Cheers - JJ

padi56 · 3 September 2006, 05:58 PM

Welcome to TRF John hope you like a happy forum.

Elagabalus · 4 September 2006, 01:02 AM

What a warm welcome.

I am unhappy to report that I just read this about the beloved rolex explorer which apparently is not so beloved by thsi reviwer.

http://www.timezone.com/library/horo...horologium0036

Any thoughts? By the way I was banned from Timezone.com for trying to start an Alain Silberstein section LOLOL

JJ Irani · 4 September 2006, 03:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elagabalus

What a warm welcome.

I am unhappy to report that I just read this about the beloved rolex explorer which apparently is not so beloved by thsi reviwer.

http://www.timezone.com/library/horo...horologium0036

Any thoughts? By the way I was banned from Timezone.com for trying to start an Alain Silberstein section LOLOL

Can't say I blame them!!

3 September 2006, 05:31 AM	#1
Elagabalus Banned Join Date: Sep 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada Posts: 18	Hi Hi everyone, I'm new and have been interested in watches for the past 2 years or so. I have a Breitling Colt GMT I bought 6 months ago but am thinking of buying a Rolex Explorer 1. The Colt GMT is 40mm in diametre and it's a bit too big for my liking. I find that I am always bashing it into stuff when ive been drinking. Thankfull it still looks new. Anyone know a place in Toronto where I can trade it in, throw in some cash, and upgrade to an Explorer 1? What are your thoughts on the explorer 1? Ill post this in another section too.

3 September 2006, 06:06 AM	#2
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Welcome to TRF, E. Enjoy your time here with us and post often. We would love to see a photo of your Breitling, BTW. __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

3 September 2006, 07:05 AM	#4
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,507	Welcome to TRF, John. Glad you found your way over to our merry madhouse. Not being a Canuck, I can't help out with your question. When Atomic, or Avalon, or Launch Mini stick their heads up out of the sand, one of them may be able to help. Good luck on your quest. The EXP is a great watch. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

3 September 2006, 08:32 AM	#7
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3 September 2006, 08:34 AM	#8
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	The Explorer is a great watch __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

3 September 2006, 06:25 AM	#3
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	I wanna see a photo of "you bashing into stuff". Explorer 1 is timeless elegance. Good choice

3 September 2006, 05:58 PM	#11
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4 September 2006, 01:02 AM	#12
Elagabalus Banned Join Date: Sep 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada Posts: 18	What a warm welcome. I am unhappy to report that I just read this about the beloved rolex explorer which apparently is not so beloved by thsi reviwer. http://www.timezone.com/library/horo...horologium0036 Any thoughts? By the way I was banned from Timezone.com for trying to start an Alain Silberstein section LOLOL

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