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9 November 2019, 11:54 AM
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My First Rolex - Explorer 214270 MK2
Hey guys!
Just wanted to introduce myself as I'm new to the forums. So I've always dreamed of getting a Rolex and growing up my favorite Rolex was the Submariner. I just turned 25 years old a few weeks ago and decided that I wanted to get myself a nice birthday present. So I started researching one different watches to get and wasn't sure if I was ready to put a lot of money into a luxury timepiece so I started looking into Tudor watches, specifically the Tudor BB58. I was pretty much ready to purchase it but then took a step back and felt that I was just buying a Tudor because they are apart of Rolex because ultimately I wanted a Rolex... Fast forward to last week, I went to my local AD and was just going to look around and I obviously knew that I would never find a submariner there. So I started looking online and was looking at the pre-owned market. I started watching youtube videos on Rolex watches and came across a video by Bark and Jack - "Best Everyday Rolex - Explorer vs Submariner". I was never a fan of the Explorer partly because I was blinded by the submariner. I started looking into the Explorer 214270 Mk2 and pretty much fell in love with it. Again started doing more research and just loved that this is something I can wear everyday and not be afraid to get it torn up like the submariner. Today I finally just gave in and purchased a pre-owned Rolex Explorer through DavidSW and should be here Tuesday! I'm excited for where this journey takes me and hope to expand the collection eventually. This thread will be for My First Rolex - Explorer 1. Will add pictures of where this watch takes me! Sorry if I dragged this along! Cheers! |
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9 November 2019, 02:01 PM
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Real Name: Will
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Congratulations and welcome to forum.
We all looking forward to seeing photos once you get it. It is classic and wear it in good health. Cheers, Will Sent from my SM-N935F using Tapatalk |
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9 November 2019, 02:13 PM
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Excellent choice!
I can't wait to see the pix. 
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9 November 2019, 02:15 PM
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Real Name: Brian (TBone)
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Congratulations in advance and welcome to the forum
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9 November 2019, 02:24 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2018
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Welcome. Congrats in advance on your new Explorer!
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9 November 2019, 02:24 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2018
Real Name: Cory
Location: US
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Welcome!!!
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9 November 2019, 02:30 PM
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Congratulations, a great choice for your first Rolex.
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9 November 2019, 02:31 PM
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Join Date: May 2017
Real Name: Louis Nick Ric
Location: Michigan, USA
Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs,
Posts: 10,175
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Welcome and Congrats! Good going you pulled the trigger on a very nice piece. Clean, Comfy and Classic. Incoming pics soon I hope. You will Enjoy that one!!...
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9 November 2019, 02:35 PM
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Great reference. A must for anyone’s collection. An amazing watch in the wild.
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9 November 2019, 02:40 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2019
Real Name: Brian
Location: Nashville
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Congrats to you. I’m a new member as well but welcome. Just acquired an Explorer today as well but a 216750
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9 November 2019, 03:05 PM
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Thanks Everyone! Will post pictures Tuesday!
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9 November 2019, 03:10 PM
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Real Name: Ben
Location: Valley of the Sun
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Welcome to the Forum - and congratulations!
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9 November 2019, 03:22 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: Shrewsbury MA
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I bought the Mk ! about 18 months before the Mk II came out. I just have to find the right price, and teh Mk I goes to my older nephew.
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9 November 2019, 03:31 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2018
Location: DFW, TX
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Perfect reference for your first Rolex! I got my first one last year when I turned 26 as a gift to myself. It’s a slippery slope from here especially if you visit TRF often lol.
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9 November 2019, 03:40 PM
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9 November 2019, 03:40 PM
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Location: Washington, DC
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Welcome and congrats. Great foundation piece.
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9 November 2019, 04:16 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: LBSF
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You've made a fantastic choice, congrats! The ExpI is very versatile, understated yet elegant watch.
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9 November 2019, 06:22 PM
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Congratulations and welcome to the forums! I think you picked one heck of a first Rolex and honestly, a watch that can be your one and only. It is classy, dressy, casual, easy to wear, and timeless. Looking forward to seeing the incoming pictures!
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9 November 2019, 07:32 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2018
Location: UK
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Cool points as first Rolex isn’t a a Sub! Beautiful watch - wear the living hell out of it.
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9 November 2019, 08:10 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Jacksonville, FL
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Posts: 1,768
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Congrats on your first Rolex, it's a timeless piece and one that should be a lifetime keeper. Smart move going pre-owned through one of the top trusted sellers. Welcome to the forums!
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9 November 2019, 08:11 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Nov 2018
Location: States
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ahh yes that was my first rolex also. Great reference and definitely miss it at times. It truly is a do it all watch. The lumes fantastic as well!
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9 November 2019, 10:14 PM
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Hard to argue with a classic Explorer for your first Rolex. Not really sure you can tear up a Submariner any easier, but what’s important is you found one you fell in love with. Enjoy the heck out of it!!!
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9 November 2019, 10:18 PM
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Congrats, great first rolex - enjoy !
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9 November 2019, 10:19 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: USA
Watch: Explorer
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Congrats and welcome
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9 November 2019, 10:39 PM
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"TRF" Member
Join Date: Nov 2017
Location: AZ
Watch: 214270, 116500
Posts: 406
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Congratulations and welcome to the forum
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9 November 2019, 10:45 PM
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Real Name: Mike
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Welcome and an early congrats! Post pics when you get it or it didn't happen.
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9 November 2019, 10:45 PM
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Great choice, Congrats!
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9 November 2019, 10:49 PM
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Location: Michigan
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I appreciate many brands and styles...and have no desire to be a one watch man. But if forced to, there aren't many better choices.
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9 November 2019, 11:30 PM
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2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member
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Congratulations.
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10 November 2019, 12:46 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Norway
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Congratulations! Good choice on the Explorer, it's certainly one of the most versatile watches Rolex makes. The design is timeless simplicity, and could very easily be the only watch you wear.
Mine says hello. Been on my wrist every single day since april, when I bought it from the same seller as you - DavidSW!  
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