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pmsar35 · 2 May 2009, 03:30 AM

I bought an Explorer II a couple of weeks ago and it's now at the Dallas RSC for servicing. Here's a quick picture I took before I sent it out...

Paul

willo · 2 May 2009, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by pmsar35

I bought an Explorer II a couple of weeks ago and it's now at the Dallas RSC for servicing. Here's a quick picture I took before I sent it out...

Paul

i really like that pic with the map as the background. someone also posted an EXP II on a black nato a while back which sold me on the watch. now i am patiently awaiting my black dial from mr. mailman.

3 Rings · 2 May 2009, 04:26 AM

Loving my EXP II black dial. Took it to the AD today to size it and appraise it. They were heaping an awful lot of praise on it and I was VERY happy with the appraisal. The EXP II was my fave in their showcase too....but I might be biased. :-)

TimeOnHand · 3 May 2009, 02:39 AM

I have always loved the look of the EXP II with the black dial. I am really considering adding one to my collection...

50peso · 3 May 2009, 10:15 PM

I am looking to purchase a Rolex soon, I always liked the submariner, yesterday I tried on my friends sub and felt it was too big for my wrist 7 1/4 After viewing this thread perhaps the explorer will be my choice for 1st Rolex. My friends have Presidents and Submariners which ive always admired, but the exp intrigues me now!

Art 1 · 3 May 2009, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by cx007

I have always loved the look of the EXP II with the black dial. I am really considering adding one to my collection...

Same with me.

Gasoil4ever · 4 May 2009, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by cx007

I have always loved the look of the EXP II with the black dial. I am really considering adding one to my collection...

Me too

tomee · 1 July 2009, 09:03 PM

hey guys, i jsut picked up my exp II

does anyone know what movement a 'Y' serial one would have?

Lamone · 1 July 2009, 09:15 PM

I love my two Expy II

Spartanfan · 2 July 2009, 07:23 AM

When I picked out my Explorer II, I went for the black face becuase it seemed a bit more dressy for me. Both are great watches and I am humbled to even own a Rolex. Just stinks that I may have to sell it to pay some bills :-(

Borderwarrior · 2 July 2009, 08:08 AM

I'm new to this forum so I just got onto this thread. I flirted with getting a Rolex since seeing my first one (GMT Master) in 1977. I had many near misses but really got serious in 1992 after coming back from the first gulf war. I was getting an old Seiko dive watch serviced and asked the watchmaker what he thought about Rolex. He told me if I should want one, I should go for the EXPY II because it had the same movement as the GMT and was the best value. In fact, he knew an AD that would let me have one for $1800. I told him to make the call, which he did immediately. I only had one problem, a new wife with child so to speak. I dragged her down to the AD (I didn't mention the price) to look at the watch. Everything went fine until the $1800 was brought up. I got a "no way" from her and that ended that.

Fast forward to 2007. I had just bought my wife an expensive handbag in an upscale mall. She suggested we stop and look at Rolex's at an AD. You guessed it, she bought me that EXPII to make up for no letting me buy it all those years ago! Sorry for the crappy cell phone photo!

kcmo · 2 July 2009, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Borderwarrior

I'm new to this forum so I just got onto this thread. I flirted with getting a Rolex since seeing my first one (GMT Master) in 1977. I had many near misses but really got serious in 1992 after coming back from the first gulf war. I was getting an old Seiko dive watch serviced and asked the watchmaker what he thought about Rolex. He told me if I should want one, I should go for the EXPY II because it had the same movement as the GMT and was the best value. In fact, he knew an AD that would let me have one for $1800. I told him to make the call, which he did immediately. I only had one problem, a new wife with child so to speak. I dragged her down to the AD (I didn't mention the price) to look at the watch. Everything went fine until the $1800 was brought up. I got a "no way" from her and that ended that.

Fast forward to 2007. I had just bought my wife an expensive handbag in an upscale mall. She suggested we stop and look at Rolex's at an AD. You guessed it, she bought me that EXPII to make up for no letting me buy it all those years ago! Sorry for the crappy cell phone photo!

Sounds like it was worth the wait, James! Congrats! Enjoy it!

DSJ · 3 July 2009, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by tomee

hey guys, i jsut picked up my exp II

does anyone know what movement a 'Y' serial one would have?

It should be 3185.

DSJ · 3 July 2009, 12:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Borderwarrior

I'm new to this forum so I just got onto this thread. I flirted with getting a Rolex since seeing my first one (GMT Master) in 1977. I had many near misses but really got serious in 1992 after coming back from the first gulf war. I was getting an old Seiko dive watch serviced and asked the watchmaker what he thought about Rolex. He told me if I should want one, I should go for the EXPY II because it had the same movement as the GMT and was the best value. In fact, he knew an AD that would let me have one for $1800. I told him to make the call, which he did immediately. I only had one problem, a new wife with child so to speak. I dragged her down to the AD (I didn't mention the price) to look at the watch. Everything went fine until the $1800 was brought up. I got a "no way" from her and that ended that.

Fast forward to 2007. I had just bought my wife an expensive handbag in an upscale mall. She suggested we stop and look at Rolex's at an AD. You guessed it, she bought me that EXPII to make up for no letting me buy it all those years ago! Sorry for the crappy cell phone photo!

Great story! Welcome to the extollers of Explorer II!

heresiarh · 3 July 2009, 12:28 AM

I picked up the EXP II as my first rolex over the submariner. I had the option of a GMT IIC also .. I went for the EXP II because of its sleekness and overall look. I'm loving every moment of it and never leaves my wrist.

AndersB · 3 July 2009, 05:11 AM

Here's mine on a black NATO strap (rather bad photo though).

mpkRolex · 3 July 2009, 06:35 AM

White dial Exp II was my first Rolex. Had it only for a couple months before I sold and got my all time favourite Sub 16610. Exp II was nice but the Sub makes me smile..

Squash · 11 November 2009, 01:33 AM

Great thread!

Can someone post a white dial on a NATO?

Deyn Man · 11 November 2009, 12:45 PM

yah, i must agree... the EXP II (especially the black face) is one of the most underrated watches in the rolex line-up...

DSJ · 13 November 2009, 02:08 AM

JJ, are you gonna chime in now that you're part of the club again?

Lamone · 13 November 2009, 03:19 AM

I love the explorer II and think that it is the most rugged in the Rolex line, The 24hr hand is a great feature whether you need military-time or a second time zone.
I have all 3 colors, they are also very comfortable with a band or better a Nato.

Lamone · 13 November 2009, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Squash

Great thread!

Can someone post a white dial on a NATO?

Here you go

JJ Irani · 13 November 2009, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by DSJ

JJ, are you gonna chime in now that you're part of the club again?

What would you like me to say, David?

Well, I think my review on this watch just about says it all. It's a terrific watch, very versatile and practical for any layman to use. If you travel, it's very handy inspite of the fixed bezel which you don't really need anyway.

This watch is still capable of reading out 2 different time-zones comfortably same as any GMT.

JJ

Montanan · 22 November 2009, 12:02 PM

Interesting! Field military work was the reason why I bought my Expl 2 (white face, btw)...I wanted to be able to know at a glance what time it was for my family (and when to get to a phone!)....it has held up very well in all respects (crystal, bracelet, accuracy) for almost 20 years. Alas...it needs a freshening now. The Sieko chrono I had in RVN only marginally outlasted my tours (3)...then junked after I could not find someone interested enough to fix it in 1974. There is no shortage of Rolex mechanics (nor for the other good name time pieces that I've collected). Goes to show...quality begets value...and quality costs.

AndersB · 24 November 2009, 06:02 AM

I think the first version of the Exp II perhaps fitted more easily into the Rolex range. Then it was simply a very robust watch with a 24-hour hand added.

wgs · 24 November 2009, 09:37 AM

Nice thread going here! The Exp II Black dial was the very first Rolex to catch my attention. When I recently purchased my first and only Rolex, the Sub seemed to look better on my thick wrist...according to my wife. I still second guess my decision because I love the understated look of the Exp II.

Any of you out there with thicker wrists (7 1/2 +) wearing Exp IIs?

Czechman · 24 November 2009, 11:23 AM

A white Explorer II is the only currently available Rolex I'd consider.

Salmosalar · 24 November 2009, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Czechman

A white Explorer II is the only currently available Rolex I'd consider.

EXPII polar and EXP!!!

JohnBoy · 24 November 2009, 12:40 PM

IMHO, you couldn't go wrong with one if you are going to keep it and wear it! Its No. 1 right now on my want list too - in white. I have a 'bezel fiddle,' (I like that term, JJ), that I also love, but it is somewhat fragile (compare flying in the cockpit vs. on a bicycle).

Bad Voodoo · 25 November 2009, 02:19 PM

I think this photo belongs here:

It's really the only modern Rolex I ever considered. Let's just say it 'sang' to me. :)

3 May 2009, 02:39 AM	#304
TimeOnHand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Air-King Posts: 4,468	I have always loved the look of the EXP II with the black dial. I am really considering adding one to my collection... __________________ Instagram: timeonhand1010

3 July 2009, 12:28 AM	#315
heresiarh "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: heresiarh Location: Boston Watch: GMT-IIC Posts: 428	I picked up the EXP II as my first rolex over the submariner. I had the option of a GMT IIC also .. I went for the EXP II because of its sleekness and overall look. I'm loving every moment of it and never leaves my wrist. __________________ "I though paradise was a library" Patek 5711/1A White Dial

3 July 2009, 06:35 AM	#317
mpkRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Boston USA Watch: Pepsi & Starbucks Posts: 1,780	White dial Exp II was my first Rolex. Had it only for a couple months before I sold and got my all time favourite Sub 16610. Exp II was nice but the Sub makes me smile.. __________________ Rest in peace JJ! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...light=JJ+irani "Rolex is highly addictive. Please shop responsibly"

13 November 2009, 02:08 AM	#320
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	JJ, are you gonna chime in now that you're part of the club again? __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

24 November 2009, 11:23 AM	#327
Czechman "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Watch: See my signature Posts: 1,189	A white Explorer II is the only currently available Rolex I'd consider. __________________ "Woody and Jen say hey from North Kakalaki" 19019, 19018x3, 17000x2, 16570x2, 16220, 5700, 1501, 6564, 16030, 16710, 16610

2 May 2009, 04:26 AM	#303
3 Rings Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Scott Location: Virginia Beach Watch: Bluesy Sub, EXP II Posts: 64	Loving my EXP II black dial. Took it to the AD today to size it and appraise it. They were heaping an awful lot of praise on it and I was VERY happy with the appraisal. The EXP II was my fave in their showcase too....but I might be biased. :-)

3 May 2009, 10:15 PM	#305
50peso "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: ri Posts: 76	I am looking to purchase a Rolex soon, I always liked the submariner, yesterday I tried on my friends sub and felt it was too big for my wrist 7 1/4 After viewing this thread perhaps the explorer will be my choice for 1st Rolex. My friends have Presidents and Submariners which ive always admired, but the exp intrigues me now!

1 July 2009, 09:03 PM	#308
tomee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Australia Posts: 446	hey guys, i jsut picked up my exp II does anyone know what movement a 'Y' serial one would have?

2 July 2009, 07:23 AM	#310
Spartanfan Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Detroit Posts: 35	When I picked out my Explorer II, I went for the black face becuase it seemed a bit more dressy for me. Both are great watches and I am humbled to even own a Rolex. Just stinks that I may have to sell it to pay some bills :-(

11 November 2009, 01:33 AM	#318
Squash "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tokyo Posts: 6	Great thread! Can someone post a white dial on a NATO?

11 November 2009, 12:45 PM	#319
Deyn Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dean Location: Philippines Posts: 1,037	yah, i must agree... the EXP II (especially the black face) is one of the most underrated watches in the rolex line-up...

13 November 2009, 03:19 AM	#321
Lamone Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NYC Watch: ya mawt! Posts: 3,448	I love the explorer II and think that it is the most rugged in the Rolex line, The 24hr hand is a great feature whether you need military-time or a second time zone. I have all 3 colors, they are also very comfortable with a band or better a Nato.

22 November 2009, 12:02 PM	#324
Montanan Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Montana Watch: Hamilton hunter Posts: 16	Interesting! Field military work was the reason why I bought my Expl 2 (white face, btw)...I wanted to be able to know at a glance what time it was for my family (and when to get to a phone!)....it has held up very well in all respects (crystal, bracelet, accuracy) for almost 20 years. Alas...it needs a freshening now. The Sieko chrono I had in RVN only marginally outlasted my tours (3)...then junked after I could not find someone interested enough to fix it in 1974. There is no shortage of Rolex mechanics (nor for the other good name time pieces that I've collected). Goes to show...quality begets value...and quality costs.

24 November 2009, 06:02 AM	#325
AndersB "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Europe Posts: 603	I think the first version of the Exp II perhaps fitted more easily into the Rolex range. Then it was simply a very robust watch with a 24-hour hand added.

24 November 2009, 09:37 AM	#326
wgs "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Watch: Panerai 000 Posts: 394	Nice thread going here! The Exp II Black dial was the very first Rolex to catch my attention. When I recently purchased my first and only Rolex, the Sub seemed to look better on my thick wrist...according to my wife. I still second guess my decision because I love the understated look of the Exp II. Any of you out there with thicker wrists (7 1/2 +) wearing Exp IIs?

24 November 2009, 12:40 PM	#329
JohnBoy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: John Location: Seattle, WA USA Watch: Rolex - a few! Posts: 1,472	IMHO, you couldn't go wrong with one if you are going to keep it and wear it! Its No. 1 right now on my want list too - in white. I have a 'bezel fiddle,' (I like that term, JJ), that I also love, but it is somewhat fragile (compare flying in the cockpit vs. on a bicycle).

25 November 2009, 02:19 PM	#330
Bad Voodoo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SF East Bay, CA Posts: 34	I think this photo belongs here: It's really the only modern Rolex I ever considered. Let's just say it 'sang' to me. :)

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