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StevenReid1 · 11 July 2010, 07:24 AM

Hey all, I've just recently purchased an Explorer and also registered with this forum site.

Whilst I deliberated for an age over which model to buy, I finally agreed that the simplistic / classic design of the Explorer was the one for me. It was between that and an Air King (blue dial / orange numbers).

Anyway, I'm delighted with my choice as I see it's an iconic design and much sought after. It's my first Rolex and my first big investment into a watch (something I am gaining quite an interest in unluckily for my bank account!)

My question is about the 3 - 6 - 9 numbers. Whilst they look to be luminescent along with the hands and hour markers, they don't actually glow under darkness like the aforementioned bits. Is this normal?

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Steve

Submarino · 11 July 2010, 07:33 AM

No there's no luminova around the numbers on the Explorer. You should try to get the new model that comes in 36mm.

StevenReid1 · 11 July 2010, 07:54 AM

It is the 36 mm Explorer 114270. It looks like the 3, 6 and 9 have the luminescent in them (very thinly) as they aren't solid metal.

I've seen the newer model which has the numbers in solid metal.

Thanks for the post.

kyle L · 11 July 2010, 08:02 AM

Congrats! The 3 6 9 aren't supposed to glow, I don't understand why.

It's a great watch though, and a classic. I love mine!

StevenReid1 · 11 July 2010, 08:06 AM

Yeah, it's strange they don't glow. It doesn't detract anything from the watch though. I absolutely love mine. It's taken an age to finally acquire it!

I'm looking forward to building my collection now over the coming years. I like the white dial Explorer II and the Submariner.

rkb · 11 July 2010, 08:08 AM

Enjoy Steven and welcome to the Explorer 1 club! Great watch, of the three Rolex watches I have owned (Sub, DJ and Exp 1) I really like the Explorer the best.

Dr. Robert · 11 July 2010, 08:38 AM

Explorer, explorer 2, & SS Sub................my favorite trio of Rolexes!

watchluvr4ever · 11 July 2010, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Submarino

No there's no luminova around the numbers on the Explorer. You should try to get the new model that comes in 36mm.

When released the new model will be 39mm.

GradyPhilpott · 11 July 2010, 10:48 AM

Another fine shot, Kyle.

sea-dweller · 11 July 2010, 11:11 AM

The Explorer 1 is one of my favorites ! Congrats !

fc3s2k · 11 July 2010, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rkb

Enjoy Steven and welcome to the Explorer 1 club! Great watch, of the three Rolex watches I have owned (Sub, DJ and Exp 1) I really like the Explorer the best.

ITS FUNNY!! I HAVE A SUB, DJ, EXPLORER I TOO

AndersB · 12 July 2010, 12:27 AM

But on the old 1016 (without metal around the hour markers) the 3 - 6 - 9 (did) glow - right?

Autobot · 12 July 2010, 08:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AndersB

But on the old 1016 (without metal around the hour markers) the 3 - 6 - 9 (did) glow - right?

I've been looking for the answer to this for a while now...

11 July 2010, 07:24 AM	#1
StevenReid1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: UK / Australia Watch: Explorer Posts: 7	Explorer 114270 Hey all, I've just recently purchased an Explorer and also registered with this forum site. Whilst I deliberated for an age over which model to buy, I finally agreed that the simplistic / classic design of the Explorer was the one for me. It was between that and an Air King (blue dial / orange numbers). Anyway, I'm delighted with my choice as I see it's an iconic design and much sought after. It's my first Rolex and my first big investment into a watch (something I am gaining quite an interest in unluckily for my bank account!) My question is about the 3 - 6 - 9 numbers. Whilst they look to be luminescent along with the hands and hour markers, they don't actually glow under darkness like the aforementioned bits. Is this normal? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Steve

11 July 2010, 07:33 AM	#2
Submarino "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mr. H Location: Dallas Watch: them for me! Posts: 7,180	No there's no luminova around the numbers on the Explorer. You should try to get the new model that comes in 36mm. __________________ WATCHES ARE THE NEW CURRENCY!/ MEMBER 27491/OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED OLD TIMER /AP OWNERS CLUB MEMBER Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle

11 July 2010, 08:08 AM	#6
rkb "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Russell Location: Seattle Metro Watch: EXPORER II Posts: 605	Enjoy Steven and welcome to the Explorer 1 club! Great watch, of the three Rolex watches I have owned (Sub, DJ and Exp 1) I really like the Explorer the best. __________________

11 July 2010, 11:11 AM	#10
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	The Explorer 1 is one of my favorites ! Congrats ! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

11 July 2010, 07:54 AM	#3
StevenReid1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: UK / Australia Watch: Explorer Posts: 7	It is the 36 mm Explorer 114270. It looks like the 3, 6 and 9 have the luminescent in them (very thinly) as they aren't solid metal. I've seen the newer model which has the numbers in solid metal. Thanks for the post.

11 July 2010, 08:02 AM	#4
kyle L "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 10,278	Congrats! The 3 6 9 aren't supposed to glow, I don't understand why. It's a great watch though, and a classic. I love mine!

11 July 2010, 08:06 AM	#5
StevenReid1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: UK / Australia Watch: Explorer Posts: 7	Yeah, it's strange they don't glow. It doesn't detract anything from the watch though. I absolutely love mine. It's taken an age to finally acquire it! I'm looking forward to building my collection now over the coming years. I like the white dial Explorer II and the Submariner.

11 July 2010, 08:38 AM	#7
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,030	Explorer, explorer 2, & SS Sub................my favorite trio of Rolexes!

11 July 2010, 10:48 AM	#9
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,447	Another fine shot, Kyle.

12 July 2010, 12:27 AM	#12
AndersB "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Europe Posts: 603	But on the old 1016 (without metal around the hour markers) the 3 - 6 - 9 (did) glow - right?

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