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19 April 2016, 01:31 AM | #91 |
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Awesome review – thanks a lot – of a very cool watch!
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20 May 2016, 03:45 AM | #92 | |
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It's interesting how elegant simplicity has kind of snuck up on me. I've gazed at a lot of watches over the last year, bought and sold a couple, and the Explorer (I) that looked so boring back then has slowly risen to the top of the list. Funny how that happens. |
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8 June 2016, 06:07 AM | #93 |
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Long time lurker here. I tried one on this past weekend. Once my AD has the new one this fall, I will officially pull the trigger on my first Rolex! Such a simple, classic and beautiful time piece. I cannot wait.
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18 June 2016, 05:59 AM | #94 |
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I have one use it every day and love it. (I also have 5 other Rolex's) but the Explorer wins every time
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20 June 2016, 08:47 PM | #95 | |
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18 September 2016, 04:53 AM | #96 |
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Nice review
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18 September 2016, 07:30 AM | #97 | |
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The 114270 is a solid performer! There are many available in the used market, even with the modern rehaut if you like that (pretty cool in my opinion). Post pictures once you get it!
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18 September 2016, 09:47 AM | #98 |
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Regarding the first post in this fascinating thread, well, as a resident of Kathmandu, there isn't a Marriott quite yet, at least not as far as their reservation system is concerned. There is, however, a magnificent Hyatt, where from time to time, explorers do in fact congregate and fill up the parking lot with rally cars and Land Rovers.
The modern Explorer with the chromed numbers just wouldn't fit in, let alone in Thamel where the backpacker-mountaineering crowd also hangs out. My Explorer was purchased in the Hauptwache in Frankfurt in 1972, age 21, for $100, which was a lot of money at the time, and after decades of not wearing it, it was overhauled by Jewelers on Time, and has never left my wrist. There's something about it that makes be feel very well dressed and presentable 24 hours a day. It's truly a classic, even though a mass-produced classic, and design never got stale (this is from someone who thought that the Apple brushed aluminum look in the '90's was boring, and has gotten even worse over time; a Rolex is isn't). This is all a little odd, because I'm not a collector, and generally have few possessions other than what's required for me to work, but the Rolex really makes me feel complete in a hard to explain way. All my other watches have been $50-70 Pulsar closeouts on Amazon, as that's as much as I'd spend on a watch. But ponying up the funds for JOT to overhaul the watch resulted in a treasure. BTW this is a great forum... everyone sharing their stories and enjoying. |
18 September 2016, 10:10 AM | #99 |
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A close up for fun. Vanessa advised me not to polish the case, etc., but to leave the patina as it was.
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18 September 2016, 10:11 AM | #100 |
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This is from 1973, purchased for $100 at a Rolex dealer in the Hauptwache in Frankfurt. That was a lot of money at the time.
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20 September 2016, 07:11 AM | #101 |
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@NicholasBedworth is it a 1016? It is a super sweet watch, I really like it. I just bought a 214270 (the one from Basel 2016), but I would really like a vintage one like yours as well :)
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4 October 2016, 04:43 PM | #102 |
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Great review! Considering on getting this as my first Rolex as well.:)
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4 December 2016, 03:46 PM | #103 |
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I've recently been on the fence about the Explorer, and I believe the OP may have articulated things so perfectly as to render any internal debate moot. I dare say this will be my next piece...
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31 October 2017, 08:09 AM | #104 |
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I'm glad I'm not the only one! Even by increasing my budget to $10,000 or so I still find myself very drawn to the Explorer I. There is something about it that makes it so simple yet slick.
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8 February 2018, 09:41 AM | #105 |
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Thank you for the review! I need some advice-eyeing a new Explorer I and the new AirKing, but want a little perspective from some of you guys. They're both beautiful, but I'm going to resist getting both!!
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25 February 2018, 01:17 AM | #106 |
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Thank you for your review! I’m looking at purchasing the Explorer I and your experience is helpful. It’s a beautiful work of art: simple, rugged, and elegant.
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10 February 2019, 04:50 PM | #107 |
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such a good review
it was this or the 216570 for me last year. |
14 February 2019, 11:54 AM | #108 |
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What a wonderful review Rolexiva! I certainly concur with your assessment of the Explorer 214270 Mk1. I only recently purchased my 214270 Mk2. IMHO they are both great watches. Other the hands and the luminated 3, 6 and 9 vs 3, 6, 9 white gold numerals I cannot tell a Mk1 from a Mk2 These Explorers are over 90% identical - same diameter, same movement, same case, same bracelet and nearly identical dials. They are both beautiful watches that are accurate, sturdy with a simple elegance that can go with any attire. I like them both but my AD does not carry used/preowned watches, and that is why I have my Mk2. Outstanding review and I certainly enjoyed that comment "Besides, I seldom look at the back of this watch (because I am wearing it) and glad that Rolex and this Explorer I have stayed away from that crystal case back trend." It is rather strange since you did mention the Submariner, now that I have my Explorer I am hearing calls from the Submariner. As with the Explorer I'm not a date guy. It is a simply a matter of taste and in my case the cyclops never favorably impressed me. Moreover, I don't need the complication and I like keeping things simple. On the other hand, perhaps in this stage of life I don''t need to spend the time changing the dates to conform to the month! At any rate I believe the Explorer and the Submariner would make a great pair But prior to pulling that trigger I will have to try on the Sub and determine whether or not it is too chunky for my 7 inch wrist. Here's a wrist shot of my Mk2.
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3 March 2019, 12:14 PM | #109 |
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Yesterday, March 1, 2019, I bought my 214270 Explorer Mk 2. There is nothing that I don't love about my Rolex Explorer Mk 2. It's the Rolex I wanted. Moreover, like you, I am also keeping it.
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3 March 2019, 05:04 PM | #110 |
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5 years on and the Exp Mk 1 is still my main daily wearer. Such a classy no nonsense piece that you can dress right down and dress right up to a wedding
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4 March 2019, 01:53 AM | #111 |
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Nicely written, Thanks....
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4 March 2019, 02:25 AM | #112 |
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I see a trend! 214270 being as hard to get as a sub pretty soon!
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4 March 2019, 09:31 AM | #113 |
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Yes this is a well loved example of the original simplicity and toughness of the Rolex brand, thinking about the new dial 214270 but may wait until after this year's Baselworld...
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5 March 2019, 04:36 PM | #114 |
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Two fantastic reviews on a great watch. A simple, functional yet beautiful watch. The symmetry of the dial more than compensates for the lack of date.
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22 March 2019, 05:05 AM | #115 |
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Great write up. I love my Explorer, it is the absolute favorite in my collection.
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28 March 2019, 10:12 PM | #116 |
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I just bought one Saturday. Usually don’t buy new, but since this will be an everyday watch, wanted to start fresh. Love the look. Great review.
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4 April 2019, 04:38 AM | #117 |
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Great review. I am considering the Explorer for purchase as an everyday watch, and am happy I came across this thread.
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4 April 2019, 06:09 PM | #118 |
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great article
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