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5 March 2010, 04:36 PM | #1 |
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I think this could be a good time to pick up one of these at the right price!!
Hi guys,
Just happened to visit my local AD this morning and was informed of the sudden spurt in sales of the white dial Exp-II, hitherto considered one of the slow moving models. It's now flying off the shelves!! If you can get a good discount or, even better, get one from any of our reputed TRF sellers - GRAB IT!!! Just some friendly advice (I've usually been right in the past, so hopefully this time ain't any different!!) Cheers - JJ
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5 March 2010, 04:41 PM | #2 |
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Hi JJ, are you by any chance hinting that these could be extinct after Basel in three weeks' time?
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5 March 2010, 04:42 PM | #3 |
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All this after the price increase?
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5 March 2010, 04:42 PM | #4 |
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Is it just the white ones or the black face ones as well?
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5 March 2010, 04:44 PM | #5 | |
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I don't care what Rolex do to the Exp-II (and we don't even know anything about that); but I love the watch exactly as it is. The 39 mm size, the light 125 grams weight, the flat 12 mm height and the perfect Oyster bracelet comfort..............all add up to make this the most comfortable Rolex out there - and extremely versatile too. It's sheer beauty in all its simplicity..........so if you like it and can get a good deal..............GRAB IT!! JJ
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5 March 2010, 04:46 PM | #6 |
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In this part of the world, the WHITE ones only.
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5 March 2010, 05:00 PM | #9 |
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Didn't you fit a Super Jubilee bracelet on yours recently? I remember that it looked great, even better than the standard Oyster....
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Of course, the Exp-II comes originally on the Oyster, so that's the best way to go. The SJ bracelet is frightfully expensive @ US$1350 and very hard to come by, so just stick with the original Oysterlock which is very comfortable and solid. JJ
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5 March 2010, 05:12 PM | #11 |
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OK, thanks. It's a pity though, the SJ looks very classy and comfortable...ah well.
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5 March 2010, 05:29 PM | #12 |
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FWIW the gap is hardly noticeable.
But I'm, sure the gap in your wallet where the $1300 used to be is still hurting
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5 March 2010, 08:13 PM | #13 |
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Exactly
Exactly JJ, few weeks ago I wondered why some of these were on the marketplace for under $3K complete with papers.
I almost can't believe these ones are neglected, as said by you these are one of the most comfortable to wear. I've owned many watches last year,I flipped them all and I absolutely love this one. Since I've got it the Euro went down 13% to the Dollar, Í've bought it right on time Old DJ , servicing problems New DJ, PCL (aargh) and no lumi hands and dial I shouldn't have flipped this one but was due for service and replacement bracelet. It was just plain crazy to sell this one |
5 March 2010, 08:58 PM | #14 |
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[QUOTE=JJ Irani;1695469]Yes, but the fit is not as perfect as I would want it to be. Still a small gap between the SEL of the Super Jubilee and the case (see pic below).
Of course, the Exp-II comes originally on the Oyster, so that's the best way to go. The SJ bracelet is frightfully expensive @ US$1350 and very hard to come by, so just stick with the original Oysterlock which is very comfortable and solid. JJ QUOTE] Thanks JJ, appreciate yr pixs for us to see the differences |
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That is a good call JJ.
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5 March 2010, 09:53 PM | #16 |
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JJ this is also mine opinion! Have a nice weekend! greets Gerardus
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5 March 2010, 10:08 PM | #17 |
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My favorite as well Boss, only I prefer the Dark One!
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5 March 2010, 10:29 PM | #18 |
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Good write... kind of kicking myself for not pulling the trigger when I saw one on this forum for 3,000 the other day.
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JJ: Your wonderful pics could have something to do with the bump of sales. If one googles "Explorer II" you get linked to several TRF threads with great pics from the TRF family. IMHO, Explorer II threads are some of the best on the forum!! |
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6 March 2010, 12:28 AM | #20 |
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Interesting JJ - not the watch for me atm....but think it looks great on others :)
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6 March 2010, 12:35 AM | #21 |
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Does it come in brown? I need one to match my arm hair color
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6 March 2010, 12:38 AM | #22 |
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You're right JJ. I've noticed alot more WTB posts for the white EXPII in other forums as well.
I love the look but everytime I try one on, it just seems too small overall for me
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it might be discontinued. Dont kill me for just sharing my opinion as its not meant to insult but the Exp is the worst looking and least desirable sports rolex on the market. I honestly would never wear it if it was given to me. There aren't many posts because they are probably the least owned around here.
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Thanks for the advice JJ, I think I'll buy one. I have been looking for a comfortable affordable Rolex, I just got a Seiko Monster, but I knew in my heart I wasn't done yet for this month. If what you say is true of comfort, I definately want in on this one! Thanks again |
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[QUOTE=JJ Irani;1695425]Hi guys,
Just happened to visit my local AD this morning and was informed of the sudden spurt in sales of the white dial Exp-II, hitherto considered one of the slow moving models. It's now flying off the shelves!! If you can get a good discount or, even better, get one from any of our reputed TRF sellers - GRAB IT!!! Just some friendly advice (I've usually been right in the past, so hopefully this time ain't any different!!) Cheers - JJ http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...79#post1677179 Quote: Originally Posted by JBat I hope they don't muck up the Expy II before I can grab one of the current ones. I had my EXP11 for sale and pulled it as I started to see higher prices lately. I noticed a couple sellers on EBay auctions pull their EXP11 and re-list them as Buy it now at much higher prices.I'm seeing 1998 models without bands going for $2600 on EBay lately. FWIW I had two dealers offer me a BNIB Daytona that they had in their safes so maybe they know something , in one breath they say very hard to get, reserved for special customers then offer it to me a not so special customer. |
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If you really want one bad, now's the time to get in touch with one of our reputed TRF sellers and grab one. We don't know what changes Basel is about to bring before this month is out!! JJ
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