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Old 8 December 2015, 02:44 AM   #1
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I'm looking to purchase my first Rolex. Any suggestions on the Oster Perpetual Explorer 1 and what price range should I purchase it for!
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Old 8 December 2015, 03:07 AM   #2
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The Explorer is a great watch and if you're not looking for new, the I would suggest the 114270, which can be had for about $5k used.

Just be really careful and buy the seller before your buy the watch.
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Old 8 December 2015, 08:25 AM   #3
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DavidSW, a trusted seller, has two Explorers listed right now.

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Old 8 December 2015, 10:31 AM   #4
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The Explorer is a great watch and if you're not looking for new, the I would suggest the 114270, which can be had for about $5k used.

Just be really careful and buy the seller before your buy the watch.
More like $3.5 to 4k.
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Old 8 December 2015, 10:31 AM   #5
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It's a great watch and quite understated. You can fine them for under 5K, from a reputable seller.
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Old 8 December 2015, 10:37 AM   #6
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More like $3.5 to 4k.
This is what I based my rough estimate on.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from...p2045573.m1684
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Old 8 December 2015, 10:49 AM   #7
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The Explorer is the quintessential Rolex. You can get it new for mid 5K.
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Old 8 December 2015, 11:02 AM   #8
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It's a great all-around watch. I have the 39mm but the 36 is classic. Whether modern or vintage, 39 or 36, can't go wrong.


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Old 8 December 2015, 11:06 AM   #9
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This is what I based my rough estimate on.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from...p2045573.m1684
If you do a search for 114270 here in the classifieds, pretty much every one is priced between 3 and 4k. The only one I found higher was 4,175.
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Old 8 December 2015, 11:07 AM   #10
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It's a great watch at a great price point
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Old 8 December 2015, 11:12 AM   #11
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If you do a search for 114270 here in the classifieds, pretty much every one is priced between 3 and 4k. The only one I found higher was 4,175.
True. 5k would be the price for a used 214270

http://davidsw.com/product/rolex-214270-explorer-5/
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Old 8 December 2015, 11:17 AM   #12
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I'm looking to purchase my first Rolex. Any suggestions on the Oster Perpetual Explorer 1 and what price range should I purchase it for!
Great choice! I picked up a 114270 from circa 2000 without box & papers for $3300 on TRF from a trusted seller.

I was very pleased with the transaction and it's a great watch. Bumper to bumper badass. You will love it!
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Old 8 December 2015, 11:32 AM   #13
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Classic and very versatile.
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Old 8 December 2015, 11:45 AM   #14
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If you do a search for 114270 here in the classifieds, pretty much every one is priced between 3 and 4k. The only one I found higher was 4,175.
Okay.

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Old 8 December 2015, 12:52 PM   #15
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Thank you all for the price suggestions and I found a few at mayors jewelry store near me. The only thing I'm scratching my head about is the $6200 they want. I thought that they was a little over price
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Old 8 December 2015, 12:53 PM   #16
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Nice clean Elegant peace
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Old 8 December 2015, 12:56 PM   #17
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Thank you all for the price suggestions and I found a few at mayors jewelry store near me. The only thing I'm scratching my head about is the $6200 they want. I thought that they was a little over price
That's around the full AD retail price for a 39mm Explorer 214270.
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Old 8 December 2015, 01:13 PM   #18
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I'm a huge fan of the explorer...1016, 14270, 114270...all great watches
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$6200 is retail.
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Old 8 December 2015, 01:32 PM   #20
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The 214270 is a great option if you prefer a slightly larger piece. You really can't go wrong with any of the references.
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Old 8 December 2015, 03:45 PM   #21
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Old 9 December 2015, 03:49 AM   #22
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This is what I based my rough estimate on.
One thing to consider, Ebay's prices are a bit higher due to fees. A $5,000 item would cost $645 in Ebay/Paypal fees so the seller would actually get $4,355. I dont sell on there anymore for this reason....
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Old 9 December 2015, 04:44 AM   #23
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Great Choice. I have the 214270 and wear it just about everyday.
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Old 9 December 2015, 06:09 AM   #24
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A classic versatile reference. I had one for a short time. It wore a tiny bit small on me, but I have larger wrists. It's probably one of the most overlooked watches Rolex makes.
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