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27 October 2023, 08:56 AM | #31 |
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27 October 2023, 09:02 AM | #32 |
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In my experience, the blue sky dweller SS (jubilee) is less likely to draw attention when travelling abroad.
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27 October 2023, 09:18 AM | #33 | |
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It is slightly more under the radar than a royal oak I'd say.
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27 October 2023, 10:11 AM | #34 |
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The Skydweller, being a newer model, likely would not be recognize as a Rolex by more people vs the GMT.
If you expand beyond those two, the original Explorer II (ie. the 1655, has a truly unique dial + no Mercedes hands) and Milgauss (no Mercedes hands non-distinctive dial) would be 2sports models that most people would not recognize as a Rolex. |
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It really depends on where you are traveling and what activities you will be doing. E.g., Planes, Trains and Automobiles across South America is a different risk profile than a private jet to a waiting SUV in Switzerland. Everything in between, use common sense.
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27 October 2023, 11:00 AM | #38 |
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It depends on what broad you're talking about.
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27 October 2023, 11:10 AM | #40 |
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Thank you. You realize the second time-zone function is one of the purposes of the watch (for traveling). The EXP II is such a great watch. I would love to have one some day.
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27 October 2023, 12:20 PM | #41 |
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27 October 2023, 02:02 PM | #42 |
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BLRO on a Jubilee is like the flashing red and blue lights on a police car. Screams attention. Every local might not know what it is, but every thief does.
If you're in an area that is risky, I wouldn't bring it along. "Disposable" Timex for me. On my last trip to Central America, my water-resistant throw away Timex got so much moisture inside just from the ambient air that it started beeping as if the invisible man was randomly pressing buttons. Kept me up all night. It was the only watch I purposely left behind in a foreign country... |
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The jubilee flashes like bass bait though.
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27 October 2023, 08:52 PM | #44 |
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Nothing on a Jubilee is under the radar. Even someone who knows nothing about watches will have their attention drawn by the beautiful, twinkling bracelet unless your watch is under a sleeve. If you don't want to attract attention, keep it covered up or don't wear it.
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27 October 2023, 11:33 PM | #45 |
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The best under-the-radar Rolex is a Tudor
No Rolex is under the radar when it comes to traveling. |
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27 October 2023, 11:55 PM | #47 |
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Both are large and colorful, and will draw attention. Want to stay under the radar? an OP or Explorer is best...
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27 October 2023, 11:57 PM | #48 |
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We like to kid ourselves here which watches are under the radar. None of the Rolex watches are under the radar, and for sure, neither of the two you're asking about.
If I was traveling, and needed a secondary time zone watch, I'd probably wear my Tudor Pepsi on leather...but I don't kid myself that it's "under the radar." Yeah, it's under the radar here on TRF with eye popping watches everywhere you turn, but in the real world? Well that's another story. It's a damn nice watch. Heck, you think people wouldn't rob you for something that "only" cost a couple thousand? Do you think they'd take it off your wrist and go, "oh, my bad. It's only a Tudor? Here, you can have it back." My thought would be it would hold up to the rigors of travel better and if it didn't...it wouldn't break the bank to replace it. |
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Those two will definitely stand out. Can't think of any Rolex that is really under the radar. Maybe an Exp 1 or OP? Or perhaps Cellini?
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I spot any Rolex from across the room.
Certainly the people you don’t want to notice can do the same
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28 October 2023, 12:54 AM | #51 |
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To regular people All watches are under radar. I feel rolexs or luxury watches are only noticed by other watch people, gold diggers and criminals. 99% people really don't care.
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28 October 2023, 02:21 AM | #53 |
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IMHO, there is no such thing as an under the radar Rolex.
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28 October 2023, 05:05 AM | #56 |
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Under Radar Rolex?
EXP I and EXP II are not under the radar. OPs aren’t either. But I suppose there are different degrees of “under the radar.”
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28 October 2023, 05:12 AM | #57 |
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Nothing Rolex produces is 'under the radar', especially a Pepsi or SkyD.
Pieces without a cyclops are a little more subtle, but most are still instantly recognizable to those with an interest - or those with nefarious intent. |
28 October 2023, 06:40 AM | #58 |
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time-zone and a Rolex. Just want to be prudent in my selection and get feedback first. Thanks. |
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