The Explorer II Enigma. Historical Thread

[R.bartlett]

Had mine a few years now, I got it as a replacement for the datejust I lost when jumped by a large group of guys..

I requested Rolex to fit the Jubilee Bracelet which I preferred back in them days..

sorry for the poor picture my mobile isn't the best

Regards

Richard

[Galaga167]

Originally Posted by R.bartlett

Had mine a few years now, I got it as a replacement for the datejust I lost when jumped by a large group of guys..



I requested Rolex to fit the Jubilee Bracelet which I preferred back in them days..



sorry for the poor picture my mobile isn't the best



Regards



Richard

You were robbed ? Where?

[R.bartlett]

Originally Posted by Tekken

You were robbed ? Where?

Notting Hill carnival -

where the 'large police presence' just simply turn a blind eye to the sheer amount of crime done over the weekend, (as I found out ) so they can lie in the official figures later...


Cheers

Richard

[sillo]

Polar today

[desk jockey]

Polar is a solid choice. Next up for me, I reckon.

[calatravaquanautilus]

The watch for every occasion.


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[DKS2375]

1997 U series. Just got back from being serviced at Rolliworks. Highly recommend them!


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[bosshog104]

I had a hard time finding a black face 16570 in Houston in good condition, white faces are all over the place.   Been checking for a year now at my normal spots, almost buying a black gmt2, but holding back cause it wasn't the cleanest example and overpriced.

Glad I did... this like new with box, black face w/ 3186 andRolex rehaut is perfect.   Love the red gmt hand, and my favorite... the tiny amount of polish on the edge of the bezel when it catches light.

The perfect fit, proper Rolex tool watch (in my opinion) that can go any where without feeling pretentious and oh so comfortable wt/ht.  This is a enthusiast's watch

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[GMT Aviator]

Congrats on the watch. The patience clearly paid off. The black dials look much better than the white dials to my eye. Elegant, classy, handsome and purposeful all in one.

[Superbri22]

Was able to grab one on vacation in Miami. Love it. Perfect size and look IMO compared to the newer, though both great


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[bosshog104]

Originally Posted by ibramr

I agree with the friends here that the market for Rolex Explorer II is softer when compared with the almost indetical GMT (among others). Is it possible that this observation is explained by the attraction of the Explorer II as a second, or third, Rolex watch rather than the first? The hypothesis is... Once an entrant to the Rolex realm is attracted to the icons like the Sub and the GMT, expanding the collection would then find the Explorer II as a natural option. However, with second options, multi-watch owners may exhibit several series of bying and selling, different price senstivity levels, different income senstitivy levels..all leading to softer markets. Rolex Explorer II (lovely as it is) seems to serve a sub-market in Rolex, and this market is "those who have more than one Rolex watch".



Albeit to a lesser degree, the same could be saind about 14060 (although the date vs. no date argument comes strongly here as a fator). Any how, just a thought.

Just going back and reading, there seems to be a lot of truth in this thinking. I just don't see someone celebrating a milestone...new to a Rolex, walking into an AD with all the shiny, blingy, and awesome sports models, and settling on the explorer ii. (Not like you can even find sports currently to view)

Its my opinion it is gorgeous in its own way, but hard to see it in that environment. Those familiar with the brand and looking for the most utilitarian, and arguably the most comfortable daily wear, with the convenience of dual time, see the diamond in the ruff it is.

It's a smart buy, and it's hidden potential overt time is spine tingling. I feel the same way about my Tudor northflag by the way.

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[jlovda]

I am not going to go back and count pictures but it seems there are more five digit owners than six on this thread.

[Rocket launcher]

Originally Posted by jlovda

I am not going to go back and count pictures but it seems there are more five digit owners than six on this thread.

Not surprising as this thread is 10 years old

[Sglass]

Love the polar explorer II, still the most watch for your $$ and the one I recommend to anyone looking to pick up their first rolex

[Atlantic]

[QUOTE=mineral;9734781]Perfect Rolex




X2

[Zippy+]

6DC8199D-5B83-4AEC-8344-63E94067D338.jpegHeres a six digit , white dial orange hand steel bezel going to be very desirable in the coming years I believe ...ceramic this ceramic that , get the steel while you can..

[bosshog104]

Originally Posted by improviz

Thanks! Yeah, it's a very interesting effect, more subtle than the polished SS stuff, but still, it definitely catches your attention. We went to a place with the kids over the weekend that had lots of flourescent and colored neon lights, and it was quite the little light show on my wrist!

I also have noticed that the bezel does amazing things in fluorescent lighting. It really catches my eye when Im working with my hands in those environments.

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[Icehockeyboy]

Originally Posted by Sglass

Love the polar explorer II, still the most watch for your $$ and the one I recommend to anyone looking to pick up their first rolex

Or indeed after a DJ, Bluesy, TT GMT, TT Daytona, Submariner etc.

I can imagine this being used in a commercial...’The Rolex Explorer 2, it doesn’t have to be your first Rolex’


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[red1108nyc]

Love the Explorer 2 and in 5 digit Polar format for me

[crbrown]

[Amochosto]

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[sillo]

delete

[jvb.nc]

i love my six-digit ex2. a lot.

if you’re a skier or snowboarder, it fits perfectly under a glove. and doesn’t look like everyone else’s submariner at the resort (no hate, i love my sub too.)

[crbrown]

Fixed, there was a bulge on the crystal i had to wipe off.


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[crbrown]

Originally Posted by Amochosto

Says the guy with the brown and pink GMT.

I bet you saw the blue dress too.



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[bosshog104]

What a beauty out in the sun!

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[s46]

explorer 2 is awesome

its like a cross between a submariner and gmt2

must have !!!!

[crbrown]

My one complaint is the weakness in the bracelet at the connection between the clasp and the 6’oclock side. That’s the one spot that feels weak on an other wise solid band.

[coffeebreak]

Originally Posted by crbrown

My one complaint is the weakness in the bracelet at the connection between the clasp and the 6’oclock side. That’s the one spot that feels weak on an other wise solid band.

You could switch it to a strap..

[Atlantic]

Originally Posted by crbrown

My one complaint is the weakness in the bracelet at the connection between the clasp and the 6’oclock side. That’s the one spot that feels weak on an other wise solid band.

Have you had a problem?