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Molnboman · 15 February 2019, 07:03 AM

Hej Folks, newbie Explorer question. Were any of the late 39mm shorty explorers manufactured using chromalight blue lume or were they all Lumanova. Thanks MM

Maxy · 15 February 2019, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Molnboman

Hej Folks, newbie Explorer question. Were any of the late 39mm shorty explorers manufactured using chromalight blue lume or were they all Lumanova. Thanks MM

This pic will answer you. I have Blue lume!

Boothroyd · 15 February 2019, 07:23 AM

Blue is the answer, but can we use the "Mark I" moniker instead of "shorty" for the first iteration of 214270 models? I am sensitive.

Oh, and welcome to TRF!

Finslayer83 · 15 February 2019, 07:56 AM

talk me into our out of selling/trading my 4liner 14060M for a 214270 MK2

Current collection (mostly divers)
- Omega SMP 2231.50 (wear mostly on nato)
- MKII LRRP MilSub (actually prefer over sub due to readability)
- MKII Vantage (my "modern" 1016 beater)
- CWC divers

and... the 14060M which honestly hasn't had much wrist time due to the SMP and LRRP.

Always liked the 214270 MK2 with the matte dial. Who knows - just thinking about options.

Ssunnylee24 · 15 February 2019, 10:31 AM

Gotta love the 214270!

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Molnboman · 16 February 2019, 03:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Boothroyd

Blue is the answer, but can we use the "Mark I" moniker instead of "shorty" for the first iteration of 214270 models? I am sensitive.

Oh, and welcome to TRF!

Already rustling feathers on my first post. Not a great start for me. Thanks for the replies and welcome Will watch my wordchoice in future.
BR
MM

Molnboman · 16 February 2019, 04:00 AM

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Originally Posted by warrior

Exactly. It doesn't get too much love on TRF or other watch forums
( in comparison to the Subs and GMTs and DJs). But IMO, it is THE watch enthusiasts' Rolex for the reasons you mention. It certainly isn't a "look at me I'm wearing a Rolex" Rolex... yet has the history, beauty, and simplicity that makes it special.

Like that. The idependent dealer I bought mine from decribed the Explorer as a ” gentleman’s watch” I liked that.

BR
MM

HSTexan · 16 February 2019, 04:24 AM

leooooo · 16 February 2019, 04:57 AM

Happy to be a part of the club

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HSTexan · 16 February 2019, 05:02 AM

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Originally Posted by leooooo

Happy to be a part of the club

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That first pic is confusing--upside-down and flipped?

leooooo · 16 February 2019, 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by HSTexan

That first pic is confusing--upside-down and flipped?

Dont know. Used front facing camera on phone.

travellingbrit · 16 February 2019, 06:11 AM

In my eyes it's the purest Rolex, such a classy design. I love my expII but if I ever buy another it'll be one of these. Some great pics btw

JR16 · 16 February 2019, 06:55 AM

Love mine, so comfortable , legible and just all around classic

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Jerrocop · 16 February 2019, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by travellingbrit

In my eyes it's the purest Rolex, such a classy design. I love my expII but if I ever buy another it'll be one of these. Some great pics btw

Explorer = I am a badass and I don't need a watch to let the world know that.

All other sports models = I think I'm a badass and I need a watch to tell you that.

Snow-Dweller · 16 February 2019, 07:20 AM

I’m really liking this watch...

Bender · 16 February 2019, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Jerrocop

Explorer = I am a badass and I don't need a watch to let the world know that.

All other sports models = I think I'm a badass and I need a watch to tell you that.

Well said!

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alphasports · 16 February 2019, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by EEParker

After many years of lusting for a 1016, I finally pulled the trigger last week. Bracelet is en route so rocking it on the NATO for now. Love this thing... 1975, good patina, nice case... sits so well on the wrist.

That's just such a great looking watch.

Seneca82 · 18 February 2019, 03:12 AM

Hey, I’m new to the forum. 7month with my Explorer and I still get myself looking at the watch without knowing the time afterwards.

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Ssunnylee24 · 19 February 2019, 07:32 AM

Beautiful day here in Socal

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RolexWearinSonOfAGun · 21 February 2019, 05:04 AM

Recent pickup while on holiday in France. Love it.

Catching Chrome · 21 February 2019, 11:34 AM

Vintage 1016 from 1975, was given to my Dad by my mother for their 5 year anniversary. 44 years later following my Dad's passing my mother gave it to me. I guess my mother had good taste. Hoping to see my son wear it another 30 years.....Rolex 1016-4644.jpg

smym18 · 22 February 2019, 05:26 AM

I can't believe how much I overlooked the Explorer for so many years. I'm so happy with mine now. I'm yet to post a picture of it, I gotta get on that.

gordonite · 22 February 2019, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Catching Chrome

Vintage 1016 from 1975, was given to my Dad by my mother for their 5 year anniversary. 44 years later following my Dad's passing my mother gave it to me. I guess my mother had good taste. Hoping to see my son wear it another 30 years.....Attachment 1021748

amazing! Now it cost a fortune but hope no one ever going to sell this gem.

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Molnboman · 23 February 2019, 04:28 PM

What a wonderful memory to be given. One of my prized posessions is my late Father’s watch too. A lovely keepsake which you’ll always remember him by.

Best Wishes
MM

BillA · 23 February 2019, 04:47 PM

Mine says hello
Purchased December 2018
The bezel is simple but love looking at the dial which does have some pop to it.

Rolex fan 61 · 25 February 2019, 11:28 PM

Beautiful photos

mgsooner · 2 March 2019, 10:29 AM

Chunky.

gordonite · 2 March 2019, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by mgsooner

Chunky.

this is awesome, yet the chunky part is the reason I stick to the 114270

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leooooo · 2 March 2019, 06:37 PM

Chilling in Lisbon

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BrianF777 · 14 March 2019, 03:50 PM

Greetings from the Grand Canyon!

15 February 2019, 07:23 AM	#1533
Boothroyd 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Daniel Location: Minneapolis, MN Watch: Wilsdorf(s) Posts: 10,248	Blue is the answer, but can we use the "Mark I" moniker instead of "shorty" for the first iteration of 214270 models? I am sensitive. Oh, and welcome to TRF! __________________ Explorer 214270 MK I/Datejust II Black 116300/Tudor Heritage Black Bay Black 79220N

16 February 2019, 04:57 AM	#1539
leooooo "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: nyc Posts: 298	Happy to be a part of the club Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk __________________ Current Rolex collection: SubND 114060, Explorer mk2 214270, Daytona white dial 116520, Skydweller white dial 326934, Daytona black dial 116503

16 February 2019, 07:20 AM	#1545
Snow-Dweller 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Clive Location: The Alps Watch: collections change Posts: 6,283	I’m really liking this watch... __________________ . The path from WIShood to WISdom can have many turnings... ——————————————————————————————————— . 16803. 16570. 18038. 114300. GMW-B5000D.

21 February 2019, 11:34 AM	#1551
Catching Chrome "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Peter Location: philadelphia, pa Watch: Vintage Rolex Expl Posts: 11	1975 1016 Vintage 1016 from 1975, was given to my Dad by my mother for their 5 year anniversary. 44 years later following my Dad's passing my mother gave it to me. I guess my mother had good taste. Hoping to see my son wear it another 30 years.....Rolex 1016-4644.jpg

2 March 2019, 06:37 PM	#1559
leooooo "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: nyc Posts: 298	Chilling in Lisbon Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk __________________ Current Rolex collection: SubND 114060, Explorer mk2 214270, Daytona white dial 116520, Skydweller white dial 326934, Daytona black dial 116503

15 February 2019, 07:03 AM	#1531
Molnboman "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Ask Posts: 118	Hej Folks, newbie Explorer question. Were any of the late 39mm shorty explorers manufactured using chromalight blue lume or were they all Lumanova. Thanks MM

15 February 2019, 07:56 AM	#1534
Finslayer83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Tennessee Watch: DW-5600 Posts: 1,584	talk me into our out of selling/trading my 4liner 14060M for a 214270 MK2 Current collection (mostly divers) - Omega SMP 2231.50 (wear mostly on nato) - MKII LRRP MilSub (actually prefer over sub due to readability) - MKII Vantage (my "modern" 1016 beater) - CWC divers and... the 14060M which honestly hasn't had much wrist time due to the SMP and LRRP. Always liked the 214270 MK2 with the matte dial. Who knows - just thinking about options.

15 February 2019, 10:31 AM	#1535
Ssunnylee24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Explorer II Posts: 854	Gotta love the 214270! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 February 2019, 04:24 AM	#1538
HSTexan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Texas Posts: 31

16 February 2019, 06:11 AM	#1542
travellingbrit "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Simon Location: England (Manc) Watch: Explorer 11, BF Posts: 268	In my eyes it's the purest Rolex, such a classy design. I love my expII but if I ever buy another it'll be one of these. Some great pics btw

16 February 2019, 06:55 AM	#1543
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,243	Love mine, so comfortable , legible and just all around classic Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

18 February 2019, 03:12 AM	#1548
Seneca82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Europe Watch: your six Posts: 3	Hey, I’m new to the forum. 7month with my Explorer and I still get myself looking at the watch without knowing the time afterwards. Gesendet von iPhone mit Tapatalk

19 February 2019, 07:32 AM	#1549
Ssunnylee24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Explorer II Posts: 854	Beautiful day here in Socal Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 February 2019, 05:04 AM	#1550
RolexWearinSonOfAGun "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: The Nature Boy Location: Pacific Ocean Watch: 116610LV, 214270 Posts: 54	Recent pickup while on holiday in France. Love it.

22 February 2019, 05:26 AM	#1552
smym18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: USA Posts: 1,376	I can't believe how much I overlooked the Explorer for so many years. I'm so happy with mine now. I'm yet to post a picture of it, I gotta get on that.

23 February 2019, 04:28 PM	#1554
Molnboman "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Ask Posts: 118	What a wonderful memory to be given. One of my prized posessions is my late Father’s watch too. A lovely keepsake which you’ll always remember him by. Best Wishes MM

25 February 2019, 11:28 PM	#1556
Rolex fan 61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: UK Posts: 1,262	Beautiful photos

2 March 2019, 10:29 AM	#1557
mgsooner "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Real Name: Matthew Location: Tulsa, OK, USA Posts: 1,945	Chunky.

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