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Join Date: Sep 2017
Real Name: Tanja
Location: Phoenix
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Incoming Explorer I (1st Rolex)
I didn't have any intention of purchasing Saturday when I went in to try on the Explorer. But I did! No discounts to be had, but for my first purchase, I wanted an in-person transaction. I appreciate everyone's help in the other thread and via PM.
It is larger on the wrist than I anticipated, but I feel in love with it just the same. The fact that has such a low profile helps - it's so delightfully slim. Three links removed and I tighten it with the easy-link click-y adjustment. For such a large watch it's surprisingly easy to forget it's on my wrist. In a good way. It's by far the most comfortable watch I've ever worn. I wore it all weekend and couldn't stop staring at it. Or going into a dark closet to see the lume. ![]() I did experience sticker shock all weekend. 80% of me is stunned and having a bit of a second guess on whether this was a smart thing to do. The other 20% is already planning my next purchase. ![]() My husband tried on the GMT, Submariner Date, and DJ41 and has narrowed it down to the GMT or DJ41. Personally, I told him he could totally justify both as they are different enough from each other. I think he'll end up starting with the DJ41, oyster bracelet, smooth bezel, and it's between the black and white dials. I've attached some crappy iPhone pictures. It's harder than I thought getting a decent watch on the wrist photo. As you can tell by the one photo (that I can't get to post vertical to save my life), my cat was entirely unimpressed with the amount of money or history I was currently sporting. |
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Congratulations
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Now that was quick! Congrats
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Congrats! Wear it in good health. I love my EXP I as well!
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Very nice! Congrats
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Congrats again. Nice looking watch.
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Congratulations!!!
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I think the sporty models tend to hold their value a bit better than the DJ if that matters at all to you and your husband. Congrats on your purchase! |
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Thanks for all the well wishes, everyone! :)
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Thanks! My husband & I both agree that it is a very understated piece and doesn't scream "ROLEX!". Which is fine - I don't think I want my watch screaming at people. ;) The more I researched watches, the more I was drawn to the Explorer I, both in looks and in history. Besides, by Christmas I'll have my dad's DJ, which, with a two-tone jubilee bracelet, will scream "ROLEX!" ![]() |
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It looks great on you Tanja! Congratulations and wear it in the very best of health.
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Congrats!!!
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Congratulations from a fellow Arizonan! Great choice
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Awesome watch, congratulations!:)
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Real Name: Ken
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Congrats! I love the Exp I - and the DJ41. Mine is the same configuration your husband is considering but Rhodium dial. Enjoy!
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Cats are unimpressed by what their food supply does as long as the food arrives. I often wonder why we have them around
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Congratulations and enjoy! |
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Congratulations. My first Rolex was an Explorer I which was given to me by my mum after my dad died. Subsequently progressed to a DJ and am now the proud owner of a SS Daytona C...
Still think the Explorer is the quintessential Rolex... |
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very nice
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Congrats and enjoy
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I recommend you get over to this thread and post a pic!
TRF Explorer I Club Thread https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink?sha...1&share_type=t Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Congratulations! Looks perfect!
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Great choice, but... strange username! ;)
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Congrats looks great!
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Looks great Tanja! Congrats
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Lovely piece
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Congrats. It looks great on you.
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What a great watch...congrats!
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Looks great! Congrats
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Congrats.
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