Incoming Explorer I (1st Rolex)

[Mauvaise]

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.

[Moggo]

Congratulations

Looks great, I got mine a week ago


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[Nav01L]

Now that was quick! Congrats

[dafuture]

Congrats! Wear it in good health. I love my EXP I as well!

[nick c]

Very nice! Congrats

[ZOOK]

Congrats again. Nice looking watch.

[SG56]

Congratulations!!!

[SDRider]

Originally Posted by Mauvaise

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.

I was 90% sure I wanted a DJ41 when I bought my Sub but I waited a while, tried on a few more models and did more research and ended up with the two tone Submariner with the blue dial and blue ceramic bezel (bluesy). I liked the DJ but I already have a stainless TAG that is similar enough to the DJ that I decided to go with the more sporty Submariner. I wouldn't mind a TT DJ41 with jubilee bracelet though.

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!

[SemperFi]

It looks great on you Tanja! Congratulations and wear it in the very best of health.

[Fmnunes2803]

Congrats!!!


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[sanosan34]

Congratulations from a fellow Arizonan! Great choice

[rmlovett1]

Awesome watch, congratulations!:)

[MrInternational]

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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[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by Mauvaise

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.

Refer to the quote in my signature below regarding price.

Congratulations and enjoy!

[1970RolesSub]

Cats are unimpressed by what their food supply does as long as the food arrives. I often wonder why we have them around

[DuncanInLeeds]

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...

[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by MrInternational

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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Beautiful.

[dysondiver]

very nice

[chrisb57]

Congrats and enjoy

[MrInternational]

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


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[uncle_paul_hargis]

Congratulations! Looks perfect!

[Thuilln]

Great choice, but... strange username! ;)

[AJM914]

Congrats looks great!

[WS9D]

Looks great Tanja! Congrats

[rudestew]

Lovely piece

[Len S]

Congrats. It looks great on you.

[watchwatcher]

What a great watch...congrats!

[WatchinMD]

Looks great! Congrats

[sickened1]

Congrats.

[173rdabn]

Nice watch, looks good. Beautiful cat