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Yeubs76 · 11 May 2011, 04:27 AM

Ok guys making my first move into rolex
I have a question
I am going to buy this watch for me because I like it but.

How is the explorer perceived by the rolex community
Is it the poor mans rolex

Or is it a credible tool watch

Thoughts

UJU · 11 May 2011, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Yeubs76

Or is it a credible tool watch

Yes it is.

Right up there with the rest.

usbzoso · 11 May 2011, 04:31 AM

"Poor mans Rolex" is an oxymoron haha

MonBK · 11 May 2011, 04:33 AM

It's a very credible tool watch!!

mtrunner · 11 May 2011, 04:35 AM

Well the new Explorer II will cost nearly as much as a SubC so I would not consider it a poor man's watch!

nuovorecord · 11 May 2011, 04:46 AM

Absolutely it is a credible watch. But it really doesn't matter what anyone else thinks about it, does it? Buy it because YOU like it. :-)

cedargrove · 11 May 2011, 05:00 AM

I don't think I've ever read anyone on these forums refer to any Rolex as the poor man's model.

I've read the odd person refer to the Air King as 'entry level' because it's one of the least expensive and smaller size, however there is still alot of love and respect for it.

As for the Explorer or Explorer II (not sure which one you mean), both are great watches.

Explorer is a beautiful and classic watch.

The Explorer II is the perfect example of a solid tool watch.

I hope to own both one day.

usbzoso · 11 May 2011, 05:03 AM

Explorer II 42mm model is going to cost an arm and a leg, maybe throw in a few kidneys in the mix for a poor person

Grumpy Badger · 11 May 2011, 05:04 AM

I'm not sure that the new 42mm version doesn't loose a few of it's tool watch credentials...

Difficult to say without seeing it but I'd say they've made it bigger purely to follow fashion rather for any practical purpose.

When I'm climbing, less is more.

Yeubs76 · 11 May 2011, 05:48 AM

Is the bezel on the exp changeable by rolex
Or is it fixed. And in order to swap the bezel you will need a new case

mtrunner · 11 May 2011, 05:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yeubs76

Is the bezel on the exp changeable by rolex
Or is it fixed. And in order to swap the bezel you will need a new case

No the bezel can be replaced. It is separate from the case.

Yeubs76 · 11 May 2011, 07:02 AM

Thanks mt runner

tkc324 · 11 May 2011, 07:18 AM

Exp2 will be a great/respectable time piece no matter how you look at it... go for it.

Does anyone know if Rolex will discontinue the current EXP2 models?

RRGHOST1 · 11 May 2011, 07:34 AM

The Explorer is a Rolex, there is no poor mans Rolex, whatever model you wear from the Airking to the diamond encrusted DD or Daytonas,they are all good. I wish they had put the beefier Triplock winding crown on the Explorer II though.

esm · 11 May 2011, 07:47 AM

I can understand the saying of "poor man's Rolex".....
There is a reason why Rolex makes and offers so many different combos to suit everyone's taste and budget.

IMO - a poor man's Rolex is simply a more affordable Rolex.

Tools · 11 May 2011, 08:26 AM

C'mon... A poor mans Rolex is an Omega........

the Explorer II has never been in that category.... It holds value better and retails for more than the extremely popular Datejust SS models seen in every boardroom and on top management around the world...

The new Explorer II 42 should prove to be even more popular..

Yeubs76 · 11 May 2011, 08:26 AM

Ok alright already I take it back "More affordable rolex"

Grumpy Badger · 11 May 2011, 08:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

C'mon... A poor mans Rolex is an Omega........

I love it!

However, you may be a Mod, but I suspect you're gonna get flamed for that one!

Tools · 11 May 2011, 08:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grumpy Badger

I love it!

However, you may be a Mod, but I suspect you're gonna get flamed for that one!

I say just the opposite on the Omega Boards.........

smartson · 11 May 2011, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

C'mon... A poor mans Rolex is an Omega........

I thought Invicta took that name already

rockyn · 11 May 2011, 08:41 AM

No such thing as a Poor man's Rolex.

phampau · 11 May 2011, 08:42 AM

Exp II is definately not a poor man's rolex.

waboCobo · 11 May 2011, 09:14 AM

but 42mm for a rolex.. don't you wanna be low key and classy... not jump out with bling and shine... 42mm.... then go with a pam. iwc. or bret ;)

ewhite · 11 May 2011, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yeubs76

Ok guys making my first move into rolex
I have a question
I am going to buy this watch for me because I like it but.

How is the explorer perceived by the rolex community
Is it the poor mans rolex

Or is it a credible tool watch

Thoughts

"Poor Man's Rolex" hardly.

Rollie2011 · 11 May 2011, 11:53 AM

I think this big fuss about 2mm is really ridiculous....

Johndoe · 11 May 2011, 12:09 PM

Exp2 is my next watch. Just waiting to compare the incoming 42mm with the current model before making final decision.

Rollie2011 · 11 May 2011, 12:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johndoe

Exp2 is my next watch. Just waiting to compare the incoming 42mm with the current model before making final decision.

+1

Will go with my Sub nicely....

Can anyone give us a description on the differences? Other than the GMT hand and 42mm?

GEO_79 · 11 May 2011, 12:18 PM

oh noooo;the new exp ii 42 is expensive like hell!!

z0mghenry · 11 May 2011, 12:29 PM

There's no such thing as a poor man's Rolex. Every man with the Rolex that he likes is a rich man.

etp095 · 11 May 2011, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkc324

Exp2 will be a great/respectable time piece no matter how you look at it... go for it.

Does anyone know if Rolex will discontinue the current EXP2 models?

Yes the current Exp 2 will be discontinued,it's not listed in the new price list that came out.new expy 2 $7750usd.

11 May 2011, 04:27 AM	#1
Yeubs76 Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Paul yeubrey Location: England Watch: Zenith el primero Posts: 29	Explorer 2 "42" Ok guys making my first move into rolex I have a question I am going to buy this watch for me because I like it but. How is the explorer perceived by the rolex community Is it the poor mans rolex Or is it a credible tool watch Thoughts

11 May 2011, 05:04 AM	#9
Grumpy Badger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Mark Location: Bonny Scotland Watch: 14060M Sub (cosc) Posts: 5,280	I'm not sure that the new 42mm version doesn't loose a few of it's tool watch credentials... Difficult to say without seeing it but I'd say they've made it bigger purely to follow fashion rather for any practical purpose. When I'm climbing, less is more. __________________ Don't mind me. I'm full of scotch, bitterness and impure thoughts! "You have enemies? Good! That means you stood up for something, sometime in your life." Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill KG, OM, CH, TD, PC, DL, FRS.

11 May 2011, 08:26 AM	#16
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,039	C'mon... A poor mans Rolex is an Omega........ the Explorer II has never been in that category.... It holds value better and retails for more than the extremely popular Datejust SS models seen in every boardroom and on top management around the world... The new Explorer II 42 should prove to be even more popular.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

11 May 2011, 08:42 AM	#22
phampau "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: Florida Watch: Sub-C Posts: 460	Exp II is definately not a poor man's rolex. __________________

11 May 2011, 04:31 AM	#3
usbzoso Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Stan Location: Dallas Watch: 16610/16600/16800 Posts: 1,231	"Poor mans Rolex" is an oxymoron haha

11 May 2011, 04:33 AM	#4
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,281	It's a very credible tool watch!!

11 May 2011, 04:35 AM	#5
mtrunner 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Gary Location: Bozeman, MT Watch: 126508 Paul Newman Posts: 7,825	Well the new Explorer II will cost nearly as much as a SubC so I would not consider it a poor man's watch!

11 May 2011, 04:46 AM	#6
nuovorecord "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: Portland, OR Watch: 16710 Posts: 25	Absolutely it is a credible watch. But it really doesn't matter what anyone else thinks about it, does it? Buy it because YOU like it. :-)

11 May 2011, 05:00 AM	#7
cedargrove "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rich Location: Canada Watch: Milgauss, GMT IIc Posts: 3,012	I don't think I've ever read anyone on these forums refer to any Rolex as the poor man's model. I've read the odd person refer to the Air King as 'entry level' because it's one of the least expensive and smaller size, however there is still alot of love and respect for it. As for the Explorer or Explorer II (not sure which one you mean), both are great watches. Explorer is a beautiful and classic watch. The Explorer II is the perfect example of a solid tool watch. I hope to own both one day.

11 May 2011, 05:03 AM	#8
usbzoso Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Stan Location: Dallas Watch: 16610/16600/16800 Posts: 1,231	Explorer II 42mm model is going to cost an arm and a leg, maybe throw in a few kidneys in the mix for a poor person

11 May 2011, 05:48 AM	#10
Yeubs76 Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Paul yeubrey Location: England Watch: Zenith el primero Posts: 29	Is the bezel on the exp changeable by rolex Or is it fixed. And in order to swap the bezel you will need a new case

11 May 2011, 07:02 AM	#12
Yeubs76 Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Paul yeubrey Location: England Watch: Zenith el primero Posts: 29	Thanks mt runner

11 May 2011, 07:18 AM	#13
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Exp2 will be a great/respectable time piece no matter how you look at it... go for it. Does anyone know if Rolex will discontinue the current EXP2 models?

11 May 2011, 07:34 AM	#14
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,898	The Explorer is a Rolex, there is no poor mans Rolex, whatever model you wear from the Airking to the diamond encrusted DD or Daytonas,they are all good. I wish they had put the beefier Triplock winding crown on the Explorer II though.

11 May 2011, 07:47 AM	#15
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	I can understand the saying of "poor man's Rolex"..... There is a reason why Rolex makes and offers so many different combos to suit everyone's taste and budget. IMO - a poor man's Rolex is simply a more affordable Rolex.

11 May 2011, 08:41 AM	#21
rockyn "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Robyn Location: nanaimo canada Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 479	No such thing as a Poor man's Rolex.

11 May 2011, 09:14 AM	#23
waboCobo Banned Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: mmmm Watch: Navitimer Montbril Posts: 47	but 42mm for a rolex.. don't you wanna be low key and classy... not jump out with bling and shine... 42mm.... then go with a pam. iwc. or bret ;)

11 May 2011, 11:53 AM	#25
Rollie2011 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: John Location: Palm Beach, FL Watch: Sub-C + Exp 42 Posts: 1,654	I think this big fuss about 2mm is really ridiculous....

11 May 2011, 12:09 PM	#26
Johndoe Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Mostly N. America Watch: 116610LN Posts: 53	Exp2 is my next watch. Just waiting to compare the incoming 42mm with the current model before making final decision.

11 May 2011, 12:18 PM	#28
GEO_79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Georgian Location: Constanta_Romania Watch: 216570 Polar Posts: 904	oh noooo;the new exp ii 42 is expensive like hell!!

11 May 2011, 12:29 PM	#29
z0mghenry "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Henry Location: GA Posts: 617	There's no such thing as a poor man's Rolex. Every man with the Rolex that he likes is a rich man.

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