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aced75 · 14 February 2016, 08:45 AM

Theres a gentleman local to me looking to sell his Rolex Explorer II. He says its been recently serviced about a year ago. It seems to be a T series, so im assuming its from about 1996?(correct me if im wrong please) Below are pictures of the actual watch. I dont know as much as id like to (yet) about Rolex so i was wondering if you guys could let me know what a fair price for this watch would be? It does not come with box or papers. Also do you know why it doesnt say "SWISS MADE" at the 6 o clock? Thanks in advance!

John_mx · 14 February 2016, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by aced75

Theres a gentleman local to me looking to sell his Rolex Explorer II. He says its been recently serviced about a year ago. It seems to be a T series, so im assuming its from about 1996?(correct me if im wrong please) Below are pictures of the actual watch. I dont know as much as id like to (yet) about Rolex so i was wondering if you guys could let me know what a fair price for this watch would be? It does not come with box or papers. Also do you know why it doesnt say "SWISS MADE" at the 6 o clock? Thanks in advance!

I really like it!, hope you get it and enjoy it as it is a lovely timepiece!

aced75 · 14 February 2016, 08:56 AM

Seems to be in great condition with the exception of those couple of deep scratches by the left bottom lug. Thats why im trying to find out whats a good price for it.

WhatTheDeuce · 14 February 2016, 09:00 AM

Tritium dial with T-serial. So I believe "SWISS T<25" is correct.

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Tools · 14 February 2016, 09:04 AM

The "Swiss" and "Swiss Made" dials were after ~1998 and so the dial is proper for this ~1995 era watch.

aced75 · 14 February 2016, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by WhatTheDeuce

Tritium dial with T-serial. So I believe "SWISS T<25" is correct.

Sent from half way through the Kessel Run using Tapatalk

Good to know, i had never seen one like that before. Any idea what a fair price for this would be?

Sublovin · 14 February 2016, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by aced75

Good to know, i had never seen one like that before. Any idea what a fair price for this would be?

Very common dial. Keep in Mind this dial does not have luminova like the more recent, so it will not illuminate.
Check recent sales for an idea of price and good luck

Old Expat Beast · 14 February 2016, 11:48 AM

Only using my iPhone here, but that bezel looks wrong from where I'm sitting. Case looks poorly polished, too.

schsieh · 14 February 2016, 12:06 PM

You can search on watchrecon or chrono24 to get a sense about the price. Based on the conditions of the watch, $3300 ~ $3700 should be reasonable.

Watchurself · 14 February 2016, 12:55 PM

Bezel polishing looks bad to me

aced75 · 14 February 2016, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Only using my iPhone here, but that bezel looks wrong from where I'm sitting. Case looks poorly polished, too.

Im thinking the bezel was switched out, improperly at that given the scratches on the lug. Looks like it was marred up trying to pop the bezel off.

aced75 · 14 February 2016, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by schsieh

You can search on watchrecon or chrono24 to get a sense about the price. Based on the conditions of the watch, $3300 ~ $3700 should be reasonable.

Thanks! I did use those websites and ebay but felt i couldnt find anything accurate. Felt those prices were a bit high.

GGGMT · 14 February 2016, 02:15 PM

Agree that something looks weird with bezel. And someone took a screwdriver to those lugs.

Knappo 1307 · 14 February 2016, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by aced75

Im thinking the bezel was switched out, improperly at that given the scratches on the lug. Looks like it was marred up trying to pop the bezel off.

Nailed it....

crowncollection · 14 February 2016, 04:44 PM

Somethings not right with the bezel

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schsieh · 14 February 2016, 05:19 PM

Take a second look. The direction of brushes and the fonts of the numbers on bezel both seem wrong to me, when comparing to another 1995 Exp II: http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/...e.jpg~original

bondtoys · 14 February 2016, 08:01 PM

The bezel looks off to me ( aftermarket?)
The case has been heavily polished and damaged by removing the bezel
I don't like how the link next to the clasp looks like, the bracelet is eventually aftermarket as well?

Unless you are getting it for less than 2 k, don't buy it!

Abdullah71601 · 14 February 2016, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by schsieh

Take a second look. The direction of brushes and the fonts of the numbers on bezel both seem wrong to me, when comparing to another 1995 Exp II: http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/...e.jpg~original

The 8's and 2's are different fonts it appears.

Watchurself · 15 February 2016, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Watchurself

Bezel polishing looks bad to me

Meant to say lugs.

aced75 · 15 February 2016, 12:58 AM

Thanks for the help all! I greatly, greatly appreciate it. I have decided to wait for another deal to come. I think that would be the wise decision at this time given its condition and how Frankenstein it really could be lol

AbsolutelyROLEX! · 15 February 2016, 01:54 AM

Bezel is aftermarket

Chewbacca · 15 February 2016, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Only using my iPhone here, but that bezel looks wrong from where I'm sitting. Case looks poorly polished, too.

yes.

bezel is def wrong and so is the clasp (thats from a sub).

it does open it up to further scrutiny.

aced75 · 15 February 2016, 02:41 PM

You guys are amazing, thanks so much for the info. Learned a lot just from this thread! :)

LVSubmariner · 15 February 2016, 02:42 PM

Pass

bayerische · 15 February 2016, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Only using my iPhone here, but that bezel looks wrong from where I'm sitting. Case looks poorly polished, too.

My thoughts exactly.

14 February 2016, 08:45 AM	#1
aced75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Ballon Bleu Posts: 164	Thoughts on potential Rolex Purchase Theres a gentleman local to me looking to sell his Rolex Explorer II. He says its been recently serviced about a year ago. It seems to be a T series, so im assuming its from about 1996?(correct me if im wrong please) Below are pictures of the actual watch. I dont know as much as id like to (yet) about Rolex so i was wondering if you guys could let me know what a fair price for this watch would be? It does not come with box or papers. Also do you know why it doesnt say "SWISS MADE" at the 6 o clock? Thanks in advance!

14 February 2016, 09:00 AM	#4
WhatTheDeuce "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Kyung Location: Anywhere? Watch: cha want... Posts: 4,488	Tritium dial with T-serial. So I believe "SWISS T<25" is correct. Sent from half way through the Kessel Run using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: @whatthedeuce_

14 February 2016, 09:04 AM	#5
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,502	The "Swiss" and "Swiss Made" dials were after ~1998 and so the dial is proper for this ~1995 era watch. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

14 February 2016, 04:44 PM	#15
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	Somethings not right with the bezel Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

15 February 2016, 01:54 AM	#21
AbsolutelyROLEX! "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Andy Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: AKA: ANDERL712000 Posts: 4,935	Bezel is aftermarket __________________ We want to be the first in the field and Rolex should be seen as the one and only-the best. Hans Wilsdorf, Rolex founder

14 February 2016, 08:56 AM	#3
aced75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Ballon Bleu Posts: 164	Seems to be in great condition with the exception of those couple of deep scratches by the left bottom lug. Thats why im trying to find out whats a good price for it.

14 February 2016, 11:48 AM	#8
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,802	Only using my iPhone here, but that bezel looks wrong from where I'm sitting. Case looks poorly polished, too.

14 February 2016, 12:06 PM	#9
schsieh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: US Posts: 49	You can search on watchrecon or chrono24 to get a sense about the price. Based on the conditions of the watch, $3300 ~ $3700 should be reasonable.

14 February 2016, 12:55 PM	#10
Watchurself "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Virginia Posts: 340	Bezel polishing looks bad to me

14 February 2016, 02:15 PM	#13
GGGMT 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Itinerant Watch: 79010sg Posts: 8,342	Agree that something looks weird with bezel. And someone took a screwdriver to those lugs.

14 February 2016, 05:19 PM	#16
schsieh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: US Posts: 49	Take a second look. The direction of brushes and the fonts of the numbers on bezel both seem wrong to me, when comparing to another 1995 Exp II: http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/...e.jpg~original

14 February 2016, 08:01 PM	#17
bondtoys "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: World Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,733	The bezel looks off to me ( aftermarket?) The case has been heavily polished and damaged by removing the bezel I don't like how the link next to the clasp looks like, the bracelet is eventually aftermarket as well? Unless you are getting it for less than 2 k, don't buy it!

15 February 2016, 12:58 AM	#20
aced75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Ballon Bleu Posts: 164	Thanks for the help all! I greatly, greatly appreciate it. I have decided to wait for another deal to come. I think that would be the wise decision at this time given its condition and how Frankenstein it really could be lol

15 February 2016, 02:41 PM	#23
aced75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Ballon Bleu Posts: 164	You guys are amazing, thanks so much for the info. Learned a lot just from this thread! :)

15 February 2016, 02:42 PM	#24
LVSubmariner Banned Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Submariner 114060 Posts: 411	Pass

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