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visualplane · 24 June 2016, 02:24 AM

I got the Explorer I 39mm (v1) 214270 in the mail this morning. I know many members prefer the newer model, but I actually like this version better.

*Please do not say anything about the newer release being better than this version. Actually would love to hear others who prefer this version.

Since i'm not a noob in buying a rolex now, I found buying from TRF community to be better value because there's no ebay fees, and finding a reputable seller is the best approach. Went with takuya on this one.

Here's the photos!

The family

RHJ · 24 June 2016, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by visualplane

I got the Explorer I 39mm (v1) 214270 in
Actually would love to here others who prefer this version.

Here is one, himself a daily wearer of it

mobile rhj

socialpro · 24 June 2016, 02:30 AM

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Originally Posted by visualplane

I got the Explorer I 39mm (v1) 214270 in the mail this morning. I know many members prefer the newer model, but I actually like this version better.

*Please do not say anything about the newer release being better than this version. Actually would love to hear others who prefer this version.

Since i'm not a noob in buying a rolex now, I found buying from TRF community to be better value because there's no ebay fees, and finding a reputable seller is the best approach. Went with takuya on this one.

Here's the photos!

The family

Congrats - Great watch. Can you comment on likes / dislikes vs the 14060 you have? Which one wears more comfortably? Love the pair.

watchwatcher · 24 June 2016, 02:30 AM

Congrats...fantastic choice!

visualplane · 24 June 2016, 02:35 AM

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Originally Posted by socialpro

Congrats - Great watch. Can you comment on likes / dislikes vs the 14060 you have? Which one wears more comfortably? Love the pair.

Thanks. The explorer is slightly smaller which is something i'll have to get use to since i'm use to wearing 40mm. That 1mm seems to be noticeable between the two. These two watches never felt uncomfortable to be. If I had to choose, I think the explorer feels smoother. I think the sub has a fantastic design, but too many people have it and the explorer is less noticeable. I think the explorer looks great on leather bands or perlon straps (I love perlon straps). Sub looks cooler with casual wear and the explorer has a more classic dressy look to it.

joe100 · 24 June 2016, 02:37 AM

Best 2 watch collection you could possibly have

visualplane · 24 June 2016, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by RHJ

Here is one, himself a daily wearer of it

mobile rhj

TheRolexKingofLV · 24 June 2016, 02:43 AM

Looks great

joe100 · 24 June 2016, 02:54 AM

Rolex always did a nice job with the explorer anyway. One dial choice, one bracelet choice. No-brainer.

Psmith · 24 June 2016, 02:58 AM

Congrats

The Libertine · 24 June 2016, 03:03 AM

Congratulations! I own and prefer this version as well. Never missed the lume on the numbers (prefer the white gold) nor am I bothered by the hand length.

japenney · 24 June 2016, 03:05 AM

Nice. If you find down the road you like the new dial more i hear that RSC will swap it for you during service for a fee. So dont worry. Nice purchase.

visualplane · 24 June 2016, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by japenney

Nice. If you find down the road you like the new dial more i hear that RSC will swap it for you during service for a fee. So dont worry. Nice purchase.

Good to know!

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sianturisian · 24 June 2016, 03:45 AM

Best 2 watch collection you could possibly have

Anthon · 24 June 2016, 05:49 AM

Congrets, and welcome to the Explorer-Sub-club :)
I agree with you, as do many more people than you think, that the first version of the 39mm Explorer is perfect as it is. I have not seen the new version in person,so take this with a grain of salt, but if at first you could say that the hands on the original 39mm Explorer were short, now the hands appear dangly, long and fat.

Regarding comfort, the Explorer wins hands down.
Regarding appearance, the Sub is an instant beauty, but the Explorer makes me smile each time I strap it on. They both compete for wrist time.

RHJ · 24 June 2016, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by joe100

Best 2 watch collection you could possibly have

Agreed!

jrs146 · 24 June 2016, 07:32 AM

Great addition!

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Urosfan · 24 June 2016, 07:34 AM

Congrats

TickTopia · 24 June 2016, 07:37 AM

Neat duo. Congrats

Otto · 24 June 2016, 07:44 AM

Nice watch! Congrats!

HL65 · 24 June 2016, 07:45 AM

Congrats and nice addition!

Muzz · 24 June 2016, 07:56 AM

Congratulations!!! Really nice pair!! Well done!

anothernewphone · 24 June 2016, 08:08 AM

My buddy has the same model, and it really grew on me since he bought it. He's also a big fan of Perlon straps, and he bought the whole color pack of them. I am a huge Oyster fan, and even I can concede that they do look good.

SemperFi · 24 June 2016, 08:26 AM

Congratulations Jin! I also own the same Explorer as you and much prefer it to the newer version.
The so called "short hands" don't look short to me and have never been an issue. And the white gold non lumed 3-6-9 add a touch of elegance.
To me it's the best Rolex in the whole lineup.
Well done!

visualplane · 24 June 2016, 08:46 AM

Thanks guys!!

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chloebear · 24 June 2016, 09:03 AM

Perfect pair. Congrats! Love the Explorer. I'm curious which one you'll wear more after the honeymoon period ends.

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rmlovett1 · 24 June 2016, 09:15 AM

Very nice!

And1dre · 24 June 2016, 09:25 AM

Very nice! Congrats

RichM · 24 June 2016, 10:55 AM

Nice choice. Congrats

Racerdj · 24 June 2016, 10:56 AM

Congratulations

24 June 2016, 02:24 AM	#1
visualplane "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: New York, NY Watch: 5513 Posts: 1,170	Incoming.....Second Rolex I got the Explorer I 39mm (v1) 214270 in the mail this morning. I know many members prefer the newer model, but I actually like this version better. *Please do not say anything about the newer release being better than this version. Actually would love to hear others who prefer this version. Since i'm not a noob in buying a rolex now, I found buying from TRF community to be better value because there's no ebay fees, and finding a reputable seller is the best approach. Went with takuya on this one. Here's the photos! The family

24 June 2016, 02:37 AM	#6
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,838	Best 2 watch collection you could possibly have __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

24 June 2016, 02:43 AM	#8
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	Looks great __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

24 June 2016, 02:54 AM	#9
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,838	Rolex always did a nice job with the explorer anyway. One dial choice, one bracelet choice. No-brainer. __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

24 June 2016, 02:58 AM	#10
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Congrats __________________

24 June 2016, 02:30 AM	#4
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,996	Congrats...fantastic choice!

24 June 2016, 03:03 AM	#11
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Congratulations! I own and prefer this version as well. Never missed the lume on the numbers (prefer the white gold) nor am I bothered by the hand length.

24 June 2016, 03:05 AM	#12
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	Nice. If you find down the road you like the new dial more i hear that RSC will swap it for you during service for a fee. So dont worry. Nice purchase.

24 June 2016, 03:45 AM	#14
sianturisian "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Belgium Posts: 3	Best 2 watch collection you could possibly have

24 June 2016, 05:49 AM	#15
Anthon "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: The Netherlands Watch: Explorer Posts: 545	Congrets, and welcome to the Explorer-Sub-club :) I agree with you, as do many more people than you think, that the first version of the 39mm Explorer is perfect as it is. I have not seen the new version in person,so take this with a grain of salt, but if at first you could say that the hands on the original 39mm Explorer were short, now the hands appear dangly, long and fat. Regarding comfort, the Explorer wins hands down. Regarding appearance, the Sub is an instant beauty, but the Explorer makes me smile each time I strap it on. They both compete for wrist time.

24 June 2016, 07:32 AM	#17
jrs146 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: Lost in time Watch: Me Nae Nae Posts: 9,823	Great addition! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ "Sometimes the songs that we hear are just songs of our own." -Jerome J. Garcia, Robert C. Hunter

24 June 2016, 07:34 AM	#18
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Congrats

24 June 2016, 07:37 AM	#19
TickTopia 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Wild West, USA Posts: 1,417	Neat duo. Congrats

24 June 2016, 07:44 AM	#20
Otto 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Japan Watch: Daytona and others Posts: 3,023	Nice watch! Congrats!

24 June 2016, 07:45 AM	#21
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,986	Congrats and nice addition! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

24 June 2016, 07:56 AM	#22
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	Congratulations!!! Really nice pair!! Well done!

24 June 2016, 08:08 AM	#23
anothernewphone Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Bill Location: Plymouth Meeting Watch: 116520 Posts: 3,209	My buddy has the same model, and it really grew on me since he bought it. He's also a big fan of Perlon straps, and he bought the whole color pack of them. I am a huge Oyster fan, and even I can concede that they do look good.

24 June 2016, 08:26 AM	#24
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Congratulations Jin! I also own the same Explorer as you and much prefer it to the newer version. The so called "short hands" don't look short to me and have never been an issue. And the white gold non lumed 3-6-9 add a touch of elegance. To me it's the best Rolex in the whole lineup. Well done!

24 June 2016, 08:46 AM	#25
visualplane "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: New York, NY Watch: 5513 Posts: 1,170	Thanks guys!! Sent from my SM-N910V using Tapatalk

24 June 2016, 09:03 AM	#26
chloebear Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: USA Watch: Explorer Posts: 2,902	Perfect pair. Congrats! Love the Explorer. I'm curious which one you'll wear more after the honeymoon period ends. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 June 2016, 09:15 AM	#27
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,452	Very nice!

24 June 2016, 09:25 AM	#28
And1dre "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Silicon Valley Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,182	Very nice! Congrats

24 June 2016, 10:55 AM	#29
RichM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 29,587	Nice choice. Congrats __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

24 June 2016, 10:56 AM	#30
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	Congratulations __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

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