Rolex Explorer II
Discussion
I've had a few of the older style ones over the years (black and white faces), as well as GMT 2's. They are nice watches and wear quite well, if a bit small by current standards. Only thing I'd say about the Explorer compared to the GMT is that the bezel is quite prone to getting scuffed. Big scuffs mean a new bezel, whereas with the GMT you can just get the insert changed.
GMT's seem to fetch more though, which is odd as they are basically the same watch with different bezels.
I couldn't say whether I had a preference for either colour of face: I flip flopped between the two which is why I had so many of them over the years.
As far as the Rolex, Rolex, Rolex thing mentioned in a previous post, I can't say that it bothers me at all.
GMT's seem to fetch more though, which is odd as they are basically the same watch with different bezels.
I couldn't say whether I had a preference for either colour of face: I flip flopped between the two which is why I had so many of them over the years.
As far as the Rolex, Rolex, Rolex thing mentioned in a previous post, I can't say that it bothers me at all.
Wurls said:
Riff Raff said:
As far as the Rolex, Rolex, Rolex thing mentioned in a previous post, I can't say that it bothers me at all.
Personally I think its awful. A little like having Calvin Klein written around the top of your pants. I don't suppose its was done as a result of a decision by the Rolex design department. More likely driven by the legal department as a challenge to the fakesters. Seriously though, it's not really like the Calvin Klein on yoofs' Y fronts, or the crocodile on a Lacoste polo shirt. If someone is wearing a Rolex across the aisle from me on the train, I know it's a Rolex, but I can't see the Rolex, Rolex thing without getting up close and personal. Close enough and personal enough to get a smack! And it does have some advantages, as you can see whether the serial number on the watch corresponds with the papers - which you could only do before by taking the bracelet off.
P7ULG said:
Thanks
Once on the face and the logo on the clasp and winder is probably enough
And don't forget the one on the crystal laser etched from the inside.Once on the face and the logo on the clasp and winder is probably enough
Personally the engraved rehaut doesn't bother me one way or the other.
I have a Sub-Date, YM I without, & an EXP II, Daytona both white face with engraving and it really isn't that obvious out in the world, but is when in the AD window, lighting I expect, and i'm sure it puts some people off.
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