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Old 13 June 2017, 09:52 AM   #1
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Wifey's first Rolex

I've had my NOS 36mm exp1 for awhile and it never really grew on me. Being rough with her watches she refused to wear one of value or quality. Finally I've convinced her to rock the exp1, else it goes on the chopping block.

What would you replace it with? I've got a sub, gmt, sd, and daytona. Something dressier? On a strap? Something else?

Definitely a win win

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Old 13 June 2017, 09:55 AM   #2
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Great looking pair. Enjoy in good health.
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Old 13 June 2017, 09:56 AM   #3
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Old 13 June 2017, 09:56 AM   #4
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Old 13 June 2017, 10:00 AM   #5
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She looks awesome in that shot .. keep it all as is
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Old 13 June 2017, 10:05 AM   #6
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Nice!

PS Why is her big toe a different color than the others?
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Old 13 June 2017, 10:08 AM   #7
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Ahhh good choice
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Old 13 June 2017, 10:08 AM   #8
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Nice congratulations to her
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Old 13 June 2017, 10:08 AM   #9
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It looks great on her.
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Old 13 June 2017, 10:09 AM   #10
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Nice!

PS Why is her big toe a different color than the others?
that is his, methinks
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Old 13 June 2017, 10:23 AM   #11
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Well suited for you both!
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Old 13 June 2017, 10:26 AM   #12
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Looks great
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Old 13 June 2017, 10:26 AM   #13
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Awesome! Looks great on her.
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Old 13 June 2017, 10:48 AM   #14
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that is his, methinks
Haha you guys don't let anything slide
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Old 13 June 2017, 10:52 AM   #15
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Nice!

PS Why is her big toe a different color than the others?
Will definitely use a loupe next time.
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Old 13 June 2017, 11:12 AM   #16
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Old 13 June 2017, 12:04 PM   #17
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Congrats! Very nice.


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Old 13 June 2017, 12:07 PM   #18
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Looks great on her...congrats
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Old 13 June 2017, 12:31 PM   #19
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Looks like quite the pair.

In all honesty, I would probably replace the 36 with the newer Basel 2016 39 version...it would fit well into your collection and you guys could be matching for those special occasions.
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Old 13 June 2017, 12:38 PM   #20
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Now that she's taken your Ex 1, definitely time for a new one. How about a new DD for those dressier occasions?
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Old 13 June 2017, 09:24 PM   #21
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Looks good. Why not pick up an Omega Speedmaster.
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Old 13 June 2017, 09:30 PM   #22
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Nice. Looks great on her.
What color dial is your Daytona? With the rest being SS black dials, you may want to add some YG or dial color to the mix.
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Looks like quite the pair.

In all honesty, I would probably replace the 36 with the newer Basel 2016 39 version...it would fit well into your collection and you guys could be matching for those special occasions.
Nice option I'll definitely check it out. Thanks
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Old 13 June 2017, 09:39 PM   #24
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Now that she's taken your Ex 1, definitely time for a new one. How about a new DD for those dressier occasions?
I love the WG with olive Roman dial.
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Old 13 June 2017, 09:40 PM   #25
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Looks good. Why not pick up an Omega Speedmaster.
The CK2998 is growing on me. My only concern is the thickness.
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Old 13 June 2017, 09:43 PM   #26
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Nice. Looks great on her.
What color dial is your Daytona? With the rest being SS black dials, you may want to add some YG or dial color to the mix.
Thank you. I was thinking the same.
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Old 14 June 2017, 12:29 AM   #27
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I love the WG with olive Roman dial.
Yes sir!
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Old 14 June 2017, 12:37 AM   #28
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Congrats to her!
For you, maybe the 39mm exp or OP?
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Old 14 June 2017, 01:17 AM   #29
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Looks perfect on her nice going!
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Old 14 June 2017, 01:47 AM   #30
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Congratulations, I love the green!
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