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JJ Irani · 29 September 2005, 06:14 AM

Hi guys,

Another crazy post from downunder

Well, guys, like I've said before, the Exp-II (for some unknown reason) has always been advertised as a 40 mm Rolex; but in reality is only 39 mm.

Although the picture below is not a very accurate representation probably due to the effects of "parallax" with the camera, I have used the same ruler to measure my other Rollies which always came up as 40 mm.

In short, the Exp-II is definitely 39 mm only (NOT including the crown). I know, the pic below is not very perfect, but when looked at from the top at an angle of 90 degrees, the actual case diameter is 39 mm and NOT 40 mm as Rolex claim it to be!!

29 September 2005, 07:21 AM

One mm....one gram - are you never satisfied!

j/k

JJ Irani · 29 September 2005, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Avalon

One mm....one gram - are you never satisfied!

j/k

You still remember that one gram thing with my GMT-II, uh?

Sam · 29 September 2005, 07:56 AM

Don't sweat it JJ....this time next month, you'll be on to your next Rollie!

JJ Irani · 29 September 2005, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sam

Don't sweat it JJ....this time next month, you'll be on to your next Rollie!

dman · 29 September 2005, 11:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sam

Don't sweat it JJ....this time next month, you'll be on to your next Rollie!

LMAO!! Good point Sam!!

dman · 29 September 2005, 11:07 AM

JJ, I was just reading a story online about how the new way to tell sure fire fakes is that they are exactly one mm shy of 40. I really wish I could remember the webpage, but I will try to find it and post it ASAP. Sorry to break the news to you baldie.

Rockrolex · 29 September 2005, 11:15 AM

Clearly this one is not a keeper.

So what's it gonna be next. Not a DD or DJ - at 36 mm, they are missing 4 whole mm.

Could it be a return to the TT Blue Sub. Nah. Aha - what else, but the Daytona - it's got 40 mm +.

My prediction - within 6 months (and that's being conservative), the "loveofmylifeEXP" will be history, having been replaced by the "greatestrolexevermadeDaytona".

dman · 29 September 2005, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

My prediction - within 6 months (and that's being conservative), the "loveofmylifeEXP" will be history, having been replaced by the "greatestrolexevermadeDaytona".

Pretty fair guess Ed.

Gunther · 29 September 2005, 01:57 PM

JJ,
You obviously will never be happy with this short coming. (Pun Intended!) As I am a good freind of yours, I'm willing to help with this situation. Simply send the watch to me and I will dispose of this scourge on your soul! Nice guy like you... You just shouldn't have to live this way!

Gun

Rockrolex · 29 September 2005, 01:59 PM

You are a true friend, Gun. Willing to sacrifice yourself to help a friend in need. What a guy.

dman · 29 September 2005, 02:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gunther

JJ,
You obviously will never be happy with this short coming. (Pun Intended!) As I am a good freind of yours, I'm willing to help with this situation. Simply send the watch to me and I will dispose of this scourge on your soul! Nice guy like you... You just shouldn't have to live this way!

Gun

Always looking out Brent, you really are a good friend. If you need help taking out that piece of trash, let me know.

Uncle-AJ · 29 September 2005, 02:43 PM

By the look of your thumbnail this missing mm is really playing on your nerves JJ. I'd sell it and get the Daytona.

dman · 30 September 2005, 04:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

By the look of your thumbnail this missing mm is really playing on your nerves JJ. I'd sell it and get the Daytona.

ROTFLAMO!!!

mike · 30 September 2005, 05:01 AM

Hey JJ,
Is there any chance the watch got tossed
in the dryer and shrunk????

JJ Irani · 30 September 2005, 05:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

Hey JJ,
Is there any chance the watch got tossed
in the dryer and shrunk????

Not the dryer, Mike....but possibly the washing machine.

AJC · 30 September 2005, 05:24 AM

Hey JJ,

I would just buy a rule that was correct.If you cant buy one make it.

Aaron

dman · 30 September 2005, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AJC

Hey JJ,

I would just buy a rule that was correct.If you cant buy one make it.

Aaron

Good point Aaron.

padi56 · 30 September 2005, 06:06 PM

That watch must be defective,IMO part exchange it for the fabulous
orange Omega PO.

dman · 30 September 2005, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

That watch must be defective,IMO part exchange it for the fabulous
orange Omega PO.

Oh boy, here we go again.

mamas · 1 October 2005, 12:33 AM

jj.. maybe the 1mm loss is an optical illusion.. a lighter dial (such as white) may not be susceptible to this problem!
mamas

dman · 1 October 2005, 12:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mamas

jj.. maybe the 1mm loss is an optical illusion.. a lighter dial (such as white) may not be susceptible to this problem!
mamas

Hey mate, he has been there and done that.

1 October 2005, 01:02 AM

Since JJ seems to have millimeter envy, anyone want to take bets on how long the ExpII will last?

I say it's gone before Christmas.

padi56 · 1 October 2005, 02:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atomic

Since JJ seems to have millimeter envy, anyone want to take bets on how long the ExpII will last?

I say it's gone before Christmas.

Think JJ would have more than 1mm missing, if wifey found he flipped it.

JJ Irani · 1 October 2005, 04:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atomic

Since JJ seems to have millimeter envy, anyone want to take bets on how long the ExpII will last?

I say it's gone before Christmas.

Don't do it, Johnny. You'll lose!!

JJ Irani · 1 October 2005, 04:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Think JJ would have more than 1mm missing, if wifey found he flipped it.

With my GMT-II (which weighed in at 126 gms instead of 127), it was ONE gram....now it's ONE mm.

When will this madness end?

1 October 2005, 04:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

Think JJ would have more than 1mm missing, if wifey found he flipped it.

Perhaps but I think we've all heard, "honest guys, Zemina will kill me if I flip this watch," almost as many times as we've heard, "honest guys, this watch is a keeper, I'll never part with it."

JJ Irani · 1 October 2005, 04:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mamas

jj.. maybe the 1mm loss is an optical illusion.. a lighter dial (such as white) may not be susceptible to this problem!
mamas

I did have the white dial previously.....same problem....39 mm spot-on!!

JJ Irani · 1 October 2005, 04:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atomic

Perhaps but I think we've all heard, "honest guys, Zemina will kill me if I flip this watch," almost as many times as we've heard, "honest guys, this watch is a keeper, I'll never part with it."

I can see you're on line, Johnny. How is little C?

29 September 2005, 06:14 AM	#1
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	I want my bloody ONE mm!! Hi guys, Another crazy post from downunder Well, guys, like I've said before, the Exp-II (for some unknown reason) has always been advertised as a 40 mm Rolex; but in reality is only 39 mm. Although the picture below is not a very accurate representation probably due to the effects of "parallax" with the camera, I have used the same ruler to measure my other Rollies which always came up as 40 mm. In short, the Exp-II is definitely 39 mm only (NOT including the crown). I know, the pic below is not very perfect, but when looked at from the top at an angle of 90 degrees, the actual case diameter is 39 mm and NOT 40 mm as Rolex claim it to be!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

29 September 2005, 11:07 AM	#7
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	JJ, I was just reading a story online about how the new way to tell sure fire fakes is that they are exactly one mm shy of 40. I really wish I could remember the webpage, but I will try to find it and post it ASAP. Sorry to break the news to you baldie. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

29 September 2005, 11:15 AM	#8
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,568	Clearly this one is not a keeper. So what's it gonna be next. Not a DD or DJ - at 36 mm, they are missing 4 whole mm. Could it be a return to the TT Blue Sub. Nah. Aha - what else, but the Daytona - it's got 40 mm +. My prediction - within 6 months (and that's being conservative), the "loveofmylifeEXP" will be history, having been replaced by the "greatestrolexevermadeDaytona". __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

29 September 2005, 01:57 PM	#10
Gunther Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Right behind you! Posts: 70	Scrap it! JJ, You obviously will never be happy with this short coming. (Pun Intended!) As I am a good freind of yours, I'm willing to help with this situation. Simply send the watch to me and I will dispose of this scourge on your soul! Nice guy like you... You just shouldn't have to live this way! Gun

29 September 2005, 01:59 PM	#11
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,568	You are a true friend, Gun. Willing to sacrifice yourself to help a friend in need. What a guy. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

29 September 2005, 07:21 AM	#2
---- Guest Posts: n/a	One mm....one gram - are you never satisfied! j/k

29 September 2005, 07:56 AM	#4
Sam Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Texas Watch: Yes...too many!!! Posts: 426	Don't sweat it JJ....this time next month, you'll be on to your next Rollie!

29 September 2005, 02:43 PM	#13
Uncle-AJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Real Name: Adrian Location: Bolton, UK. Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 6,844	By the look of your thumbnail this missing mm is really playing on your nerves JJ. I'd sell it and get the Daytona. __________________ A man with a watch knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure.........Segal's Law Member #10

30 September 2005, 05:01 AM	#15
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Hey JJ, Is there any chance the watch got tossed in the dryer and shrunk????

30 September 2005, 05:24 AM	#17
AJC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 1,878	Hey JJ, I would just buy a rule that was correct.If you cant buy one make it. Aaron

30 September 2005, 06:06 PM	#19
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,425	That watch must be defective,IMO part exchange it for the fabulous orange Omega PO. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

1 October 2005, 12:33 AM	#21
mamas "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 792	jj.. maybe the 1mm loss is an optical illusion.. a lighter dial (such as white) may not be susceptible to this problem! mamas

1 October 2005, 01:02 AM	#23
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	Since JJ seems to have millimeter envy, anyone want to take bets on how long the ExpII will last? I say it's gone before Christmas.

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