ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

Coubs · 11 July 2013, 12:53 PM

I think most here would agree that the SS GMT II C or the SS Sub can be dressed up or dressed down but which non professional series Rolex is able to cover formal wear and casual wear the best? Please be specific as possible.

kilyung · 11 July 2013, 12:59 PM

Explorer 214270

(Not my pics)

Or a DJ

samuelhuntington · 11 July 2013, 01:08 PM

ImageUploadedByTapatalk1373511951.263271.jpg

This is what I thought worked best as a casual/dress/sport watch. Datejust ii with smooth bezel and brushed center links. I know many would not do this mod but its perfect for me.

Atomant · 11 July 2013, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by samuelhuntington

Attachment 404303

This is what I thought worked best as a casual/dress/sport watch. Datejust ii with smooth bezel and brushed center links. I know many would not do this mod but its perfect for me.

Why would you call that a mod? The smooth bezel doesn't it comes as an option for the DJ's?

Atomant · 11 July 2013, 01:27 PM

Oh ok. Brushed centre links.

joe100 · 11 July 2013, 01:32 PM

AirKing or Explorer

Coubs · 11 July 2013, 01:38 PM

Can't wait for a larger AirKing option. Nothing beyond 41mm though.

Sunny Arizona · 11 July 2013, 01:44 PM

My only Rolex

Sunny Arizona · 11 July 2013, 01:51 PM

Crazy pic....bored watching baseball...

luv2fly · 11 July 2013, 01:53 PM

Totally agree Explorer 214270

joe100 · 11 July 2013, 01:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coubs

Can't wait for a larger AirKing option. Nothing beyond 41mm though.

I doubt it'll be soon. The AK was in the first round of upgrades in 2007. Extremely recent. The 5500 was in production for 37 years before Rolex decided to change it. The 140XX reference nearly 17 years. I'd say the 1142XX will be with us as is for many years to come

sea-dweller · 11 July 2013, 02:35 PM

Yes, Explorer 1.

jshepard · 11 July 2013, 03:15 PM

Explorer I? I was under the impression that the Explorer line was included in the Oyster Professional Collection. Aren't all models created for a specific profession (eg Explorers - climbers, Sub - diver, GMT - pilot, etc) a part of the professional series. That leaves the DJ, AK, Oyster Perpetuals and the Celini line which are not built for a specific profession. I'm not even sure if the Sky-Dweller falls within the professional range because it isn't built for a specific profession.

crowncollection · 11 July 2013, 03:19 PM

Explorer

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

DCheeta · 11 July 2013, 03:22 PM

Explorers are part of the Professional line, which disqualifies them. In which case, I'd have to say SS Datejust with smooth bezel.

George Ab · 11 July 2013, 03:25 PM

Explorer

Doctorsti · 11 July 2013, 03:26 PM

Datejust II Rhodium dial and smooth bezel, can domit all.

theken · 11 July 2013, 03:31 PM

DJII reference 116300 black or blue stick dial

zeuloa · 11 July 2013, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

Explorer 214270

(Not my pics)

Or a DJ

Isn't the Explorer part of the Professional lineup? If it isn't than this is definitely what you're looking for. If it is than I would vote DJ with oyster bracelet and domed bezel.

Hairdude1 · 11 July 2013, 03:36 PM

I say this also

samsmart · 11 July 2013, 03:56 PM

Just saw an Air King that I really liked. Just don't think it would be big enough for my taste.

landroverking · 11 July 2013, 11:22 PM

Turn O Graph. I know it was just laid to rest but I'm sure there are some still available new.

VADanno · 11 July 2013, 11:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by landroverking

Turn O Graph. I know it was just laid to rest but I'm sure there are some still available new.

Since the Turn-O-Graph is a DJ, it falls in the dress watch category. The rotating bezel is the option that gives it a sporting flare. I will try to get off my a$$ and take some pictures tonight. Mine is back from the RSC, and for all intents and purposes is a brand new watch.

Rags · 11 July 2013, 11:45 PM

Explorer I. Sporty yet classy.

powerfunk · 11 July 2013, 11:50 PM

The Milgauss and Explorer are part of the Professional Series though, right?

I'm inclined to, yet again, voice support for the pink-Arabic 116000. Thanks to the tireless work of good people like joe100, the world is finally showing some proper respect for the Air King, but OP's and OP Dates still get overlooked so much.

cop414 · 12 July 2013, 12:00 AM

Gotta be the Explorer I.

porschedude · 12 July 2013, 12:31 AM

Dj2

joe100 · 12 July 2013, 12:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by powerfunk

The Milgauss and Explorer are part of the Professional Series though, right?

I'm inclined to, yet again, voice support for the pink-Arabic 116000. Thanks to the tireless work of good people like joe100, the world is finally showing some proper respect for the Air King, but OP's and OP Dates still get overlooked so much.

Thank you Sir! Everyone gets hung up on the size but it's negligible. No one will notice, let alone comment. The AK is the oldest model in the lineup, beating the DJ by mere months. Any watch born from the Battle of Brittain with that script on the dial is just plain cool. No question. It's my Rolex favorite.

landroverking · 12 July 2013, 02:27 AM

Lots of folks saying Exp I. I think of it and the AirKing as sport models. Am I wrong?

joe100 · 12 July 2013, 03:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by landroverking

Lots of folks saying Exp I. I think of it and the AirKing as sport models. Am I wrong?

To me they are.

11 July 2013, 12:53 PM	#1
Coubs "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: New Hampshire Watch: 116710 Posts: 304	What is the sportiest non professional series current Rolex watch? I think most here would agree that the SS GMT II C or the SS Sub can be dressed up or dressed down but which non professional series Rolex is able to cover formal wear and casual wear the best? Please be specific as possible.

11 July 2013, 01:27 PM	#5
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	Oh ok. Brushed centre links. __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

11 July 2013, 01:32 PM	#6
joe100 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,753	AirKing or Explorer __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

11 July 2013, 03:19 PM	#14
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,157	Explorer Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

11 July 2013, 03:25 PM	#16
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	Explorer __________________

11 July 2013, 12:59 PM	#2
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,870	Explorer 214270 (Not my pics) Or a DJ

11 July 2013, 01:08 PM	#3
samuelhuntington "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Sam Location: new hampshire Watch: 5167, 16570, 5513 Posts: 493	ImageUploadedByTapatalk1373511951.263271.jpg This is what I thought worked best as a casual/dress/sport watch. Datejust ii with smooth bezel and brushed center links. I know many would not do this mod but its perfect for me.

11 July 2013, 01:38 PM	#7
Coubs "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: New Hampshire Watch: 116710 Posts: 304	Can't wait for a larger AirKing option. Nothing beyond 41mm though.

11 July 2013, 01:53 PM	#10
luv2fly Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Sphere @ 1 AU Posts: 251	Totally agree Explorer 214270

11 July 2013, 02:35 PM	#12
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Yes, Explorer 1.

11 July 2013, 03:15 PM	#13
jshepard "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: USA Watch: GMTII Posts: 1,180	Explorer I? I was under the impression that the Explorer line was included in the Oyster Professional Collection. Aren't all models created for a specific profession (eg Explorers - climbers, Sub - diver, GMT - pilot, etc) a part of the professional series. That leaves the DJ, AK, Oyster Perpetuals and the Celini line which are not built for a specific profession. I'm not even sure if the Sky-Dweller falls within the professional range because it isn't built for a specific profession.

11 July 2013, 03:22 PM	#15
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,180	Explorers are part of the Professional line, which disqualifies them. In which case, I'd have to say SS Datejust with smooth bezel.

11 July 2013, 03:26 PM	#17
Doctorsti "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Delaware Watch: 116660 Posts: 586	Datejust II Rhodium dial and smooth bezel, can domit all. __________________ 116660, goodbye old friend. See you in a few years.

11 July 2013, 03:31 PM	#18
theken "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 3,417	DJII reference 116300 black or blue stick dial

11 July 2013, 03:56 PM	#21
samsmart "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: sam Location: Dallas, TX Watch: Me Tint Posts: 3,777	Just saw an Air King that I really liked. Just don't think it would be big enough for my taste.

11 July 2013, 11:22 PM	#22
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Turn O Graph. I know it was just laid to rest but I'm sure there are some still available new.

11 July 2013, 11:45 PM	#24
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,183	Explorer I. Sporty yet classy. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

11 July 2013, 11:50 PM	#25
powerfunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Rob Location: Boston, MA Watch: 1530 Posts: 3,782	The Milgauss and Explorer are part of the Professional Series though, right? I'm inclined to, yet again, voice support for the pink-Arabic 116000. Thanks to the tireless work of good people like joe100, the world is finally showing some proper respect for the Air King, but OP's and OP Dates still get overlooked so much.

12 July 2013, 12:00 AM	#26
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 71,828	Gotta be the Explorer I. __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

12 July 2013, 12:31 AM	#27
porschedude "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: USA Watch: 116610LV Posts: 1,207	Dj2

12 July 2013, 02:27 AM	#29
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Lots of folks saying Exp I. I think of it and the AirKing as sport models. Am I wrong?

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)