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writer · 13 January 2006, 10:37 AM

since I am having doubts about whether I will ever use the Explorer 1 more than 2-3 times a year, I was thinking of getting away from the Rolex sports watches. After all, my Sub and Exp1 have the oyster bracelet, black dial, same hands, no date, and the same locking clasp. Maybe I can get something totally different than the Sub like this:

this datejust 16234 is a totally different watch. my Sub will still be my primary watch, but at least having a completely different watch in the wings is different than having a watch with similar features in the wings.

any thoughts?

would any of you trade the exp1 for this datejust?

Thanks.

dman · 13 January 2006, 10:46 AM

I may be off base, I really don't know. But I would say that if the DJ smiles more at you then hell yeah make that trade. I personally know that if you don't connect with a watch, move it on. Best of luck, that DJ is a beauty but so is the EXP.

ralphieralph · 13 January 2006, 11:48 AM

I would try to get a tutone thatway it's a dress watch,and completely different.Otherwise if it were me i'd keep the explorer..Goodluck!!

RogerF · 13 January 2006, 04:16 PM

I would go with TT as well if you want there to be more variety. However I do feel that there is a big difference between the Exp1 and the Sub, but if it doesnt smile at you everytime you wear it then you should let it go.

JJ Irani · 13 January 2006, 05:07 PM

Writer,

That SS DJ with the Romans is a cracker!!

If it smiles at you as it does for me....I say, go for it!!

Mr. K · 13 January 2006, 06:01 PM

Writer,

That is smart thinking. I would also agree go TT if you like it.

Great deals can be had on TT DJs in the pre-owned market, but BE CAREFUL.

For me, the exp did not come until after I already had a sub and DJ.

JIM- · 14 January 2006, 12:18 AM

I've always liked the DJs let us know what you decide and good luck.

Rockrolex · 14 January 2006, 12:21 AM

Now you've thrown a monkey wrench into this whole discussion, writer. Would I trade an EXP I for a Roman dial DJ? In a New York minute. But I am a sucker for
Romans. Let me offer for your consideration a TT Roman dial:

As Mark said, there are good deals to be had on TT DJs if you're careful. This one I picked up for 50 cents on the dollar.

And a TT DJ will be completely different from your Sub.

writer · 14 January 2006, 01:42 AM

Thanks guys for your feedback. This may sound strange, but I only like TT on the sports models not on the Datejust. For me, a TT DJ looks too flashy. Also, a TT DJ would be pricier than the regular jubilee. If I do go ahead with this, I want an even trade or I want to spend no more than what I receive for the exp1. This is just a thought though. I seem to change my mind every day. My brother told me last night to just put the Sub away for a while and wear the exp1 and stop babying it.

14 January 2006, 02:25 AM

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Originally Posted by writer

Thanks guys for your feedback. This may sound strange, but I only like TT on the sports models not on the Datejust. For me, a TT DJ looks too flashy. Also, a TT DJ would be pricier than the regular jubilee. If I do go ahead with this, I want an even trade or I want to spend no more than what I receive for the exp1. This is just a thought though. I seem to change my mind every day. My brother told me last night to just put the Sub away for a while and wear the exp1 and stop babying it.

Personally I'd keep the Sub and trade the Explorer for an Oyster DJ, smooth bezel, white dial and arabics all the way around. Shweet!

BruceS · 14 January 2006, 02:41 AM

That's a beautiful DJ. If you are sure you like it more and would wear it more, then why not. You have good logic to your decision.

JJ Irani · 14 January 2006, 03:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Personally I'd keep the Sub and trade the Explorer for an Oyster DJ, smooth bezel, white dial and arabics all the way around. Shweet!

I could somehow never figure out how our Johnny always loved Arabs over Romans!!!

14 January 2006, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I could somehow never figure out how our Johnny always loved Arabs over Romans!!!

Simple... I married a Roman and the grass is always greener....

JJ Irani · 14 January 2006, 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Simple... I married a Roman and the grass is always greener....

LOL!

Good one!!

molex · 14 January 2006, 03:01 PM

That's a gorgeous DJ, I've never seen that exact combo it's really nice.

I absolutely adore the Exp 1, but if you don't plan on wearing it, bye bye. You might find it hard to get that exact DJ in trade, but selling an essentially NIB Explorer shouldn't be hard, though you're going to lose $1k or more... sorry...

13 January 2006, 10:37 AM	#1
writer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: NYC Posts: 114	I have an idea... since I am having doubts about whether I will ever use the Explorer 1 more than 2-3 times a year, I was thinking of getting away from the Rolex sports watches. After all, my Sub and Exp1 have the oyster bracelet, black dial, same hands, no date, and the same locking clasp. Maybe I can get something totally different than the Sub like this: this datejust 16234 is a totally different watch. my Sub will still be my primary watch, but at least having a completely different watch in the wings is different than having a watch with similar features in the wings. any thoughts? would any of you trade the exp1 for this datejust? Thanks.

13 January 2006, 10:46 AM	#2
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	I may be off base, I really don't know. But I would say that if the DJ smiles more at you then hell yeah make that trade. I personally know that if you don't connect with a watch, move it on. Best of luck, that DJ is a beauty but so is the EXP. __________________ 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.

13 January 2006, 05:07 PM	#5
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Writer, That SS DJ with the Romans is a cracker!! If it smiles at you as it does for me....I say, go for it!! __________________ 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!!

14 January 2006, 12:21 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: 37,523	Now you've thrown a monkey wrench into this whole discussion, writer. Would I trade an EXP I for a Roman dial DJ? In a New York minute. But I am a sucker for Romans. Let me offer for your consideration a TT Roman dial: As Mark said, there are good deals to be had on TT DJs if you're careful. This one I picked up for 50 cents on the dollar. And a TT DJ will be completely different from your Sub. __________________ 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

14 January 2006, 03:01 PM	#15
molex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: California Posts: 220	That's a gorgeous DJ, I've never seen that exact combo it's really nice. I absolutely adore the Exp 1, but if you don't plan on wearing it, bye bye. You might find it hard to get that exact DJ in trade, but selling an essentially NIB Explorer shouldn't be hard, though you're going to lose $1k or more... sorry... __________________ "Through the tool watch, Rolex became allied not just with dependability and accuracy, but with great human achievement." Vintage Rolex Sports Models Skeet & Urul

13 January 2006, 11:48 AM	#3
ralphieralph "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Real Name: Ahh..."LEROY" Location: connecticut Watch: SUBMARINER Posts: 681	I would try to get a tutone thatway it's a dress watch,and completely different.Otherwise if it were me i'd keep the explorer..Goodluck!!

13 January 2006, 04:16 PM	#4
RogerF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Duh! Location: Toronto Canada Watch: a gonna do? Posts: 2,573	I would go with TT as well if you want there to be more variety. However I do feel that there is a big difference between the Exp1 and the Sub, but if it doesnt smile at you everytime you wear it then you should let it go.

13 January 2006, 06:01 PM	#6
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,034	Writer, That is smart thinking. I would also agree go TT if you like it. Great deals can be had on TT DJs in the pre-owned market, but BE CAREFUL. For me, the exp did not come until after I already had a sub and DJ.

14 January 2006, 12:18 AM	#7
JIM- Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 599	I've always liked the DJs let us know what you decide and good luck.

14 January 2006, 01:42 AM	#9
writer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: NYC Posts: 114	Thanks guys for your feedback. This may sound strange, but I only like TT on the sports models not on the Datejust. For me, a TT DJ looks too flashy. Also, a TT DJ would be pricier than the regular jubilee. If I do go ahead with this, I want an even trade or I want to spend no more than what I receive for the exp1. This is just a thought though. I seem to change my mind every day. My brother told me last night to just put the Sub away for a while and wear the exp1 and stop babying it.

14 January 2006, 02:41 AM	#11
BruceS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Sir Daft Location: Cornwall, UK Watch: Too many Posts: 2,464	That's a beautiful DJ. If you are sure you like it more and would wear it more, then why not. You have good logic to your decision.

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