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AnthonyMX · 20 July 2023, 05:53 AM

While I understand this may not be a big deal, after months of tormenting myself with youtube videos, pictures, and research, I am finally the proud owner of a 2023 Explorer I (124270). I have a 2008 Datejust in blue that I love, and a '63 Date from my father (the perfect timepiece), among other non-Rolex watches, but I wanted something I could wear every day that was understated, classic, and that fits my measly wrist size (like the '63). The Explorer I was the match. Rolex has so many options, but this was the perfect watch "for me" (at least for now). What was interesting was the time it took to receive "the call" which was actually an email. I had registered my name to at least four AD's in my area (Miami), and the last one I registered with received the watch within one week - while the others had taken months and I'm still waiting to hear from the others - incidentally, I did notify them to take me off the list. Now, I'm not sure if it's luck (although it's an Explorer I), or things may be ramping up for Rolex. Anyway, the hunt was fun! Now, I'm waiting to hear back on a black and blue jubilee (batgirl) GMT, but that is another story...Cheers!

PS - Wish I knew how to post a pic of it.... Thanks all

kkqd1337 · 20 July 2023, 06:14 AM

congrats!

but 14270 or 124270?

Rolexken · 20 July 2023, 06:15 AM

Brilliant news enjoy it. You now need to graduate in computer science to achieve life’s goal - the ability to post a photo on here !

faz · 20 July 2023, 06:20 AM

Congrats.

Upload image to any image provider (https://imgur.com/ is good), get the link to the image you uploaded there, and use the "Insert Image" icon to load pics here in your post.

Here is a random internet picture that I just copied the address to and used insert image icon to add:

AnthonyMX · 20 July 2023, 06:27 AM

Correction: 124270 - Thank you!

Carguy87 · 20 July 2023, 06:31 AM

Congrats!! Pics when you can!

enjoythemusic · 20 July 2023, 06:39 AM

well-played.jpg

Little machines · 20 July 2023, 06:47 AM

Congratulations!

AnthonyMX · 20 July 2023, 06:50 AM

https://imgur.com/a/FoI9vAG

Can't seem to have the image posted - Sorry! but here's a link! And please forgive my hairy arm...

996marty · 20 July 2023, 06:54 AM

Congratulations on the purchase

Commander C. · 20 July 2023, 07:10 AM

Congratulations! That's my Rolex of choice. Still waiting on my call.

Jackie Daytona · 20 July 2023, 07:24 AM

Congratulations!

faz · 20 July 2023, 07:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AnthonyMX

https://imgur.com/a/FoI9vAG

Can't seem to have the image posted - Sorry! but here's a link! And please forgive my hairy arm...

As you are typing in the reply box, right above the box there is a yellow picture icon with mountains on it, hover over it and it shows 'Insert Image' .... click it, it will say insert picture. You just paste your link in there and hit enter. :)

Or just download the app called tapatalk and use that to read the forum and post (helps a lot with posting pics directly from your phone)

173rdabn · 20 July 2023, 07:39 AM

Well done great watch.

AnthonyMX · 20 July 2023, 07:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by faz

As you are typing in the reply box, right above the box there is a yellow picture icon with mountains on it, hover over it and it shows 'Insert Image' .... click it, it will say insert picture. You just paste your link in there and hit enter. :)

Or just download the app called tapatalk and use that to read the forum and post (helps a lot with posting pics directly from your phone)

Faz, Thanks so much! For whatever reason, that didn't work. I'm just getting a blank page. Thankfully, it looks exactly like every other Explorer

I'll try the other option. Thanks so much!

JSCP · 20 July 2023, 08:28 AM

Any rolex watch can be worn everyday . It’s. all about how you “carry it.

just wear it anyway you want .

drew0020 · 20 July 2023, 08:54 AM

Congratulations. Hope you enjoy it!

Za1 · 20 July 2023, 09:10 AM

Congrats! My first Rolex, reliable as ever! Wear in good health!

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Devildog · 20 July 2023, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AnthonyMX

https://imgur.com/a/FoI9vAG

Can't seem to have the image posted - Sorry! but here's a link! And please forgive my hairy arm...

here you go

brandrea · 20 July 2023, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Devildog

here you go

Scott is the Wayne Gretzky of TRF … nice assist

OP, congratulations on a fantastic watch and enjoy it in good health

AF_Rob · 20 July 2023, 11:05 AM

It IS a big deal. Congrats, OP!

thenewguy2023 · 20 July 2023, 11:15 AM

Congrats!

Mick006 · 20 July 2023, 11:34 AM

Awesome. Wearing my 2008 114270 today. Exp1 is the perfect all rounder.

rmlovett1 · 20 July 2023, 11:41 AM

Congratulations!

rfs · 20 July 2023, 11:43 AM

Congrats

stark1 · 20 July 2023, 11:58 AM

Congrats and enjoy the watch. Wipe the Black/Blue GMT from your mind for the time being as that'll dampen your appreciation for what you currently have. You are very lucky.

AnthonyMX · 20 July 2023, 01:54 PM

Thanks, everyone - and thanks Devildog for helping with the link!

Kongelunden · 20 July 2023, 10:51 PM

Congrats and enjoy!!

LAS45 · 20 July 2023, 11:07 PM

Congratulations

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cglondon · 20 July 2023, 11:11 PM

Brilliant! Enjoy that perfect watch. Today, while walking through central London, I saw a fella wearing a 1016. Looked amazing!

Enjoy your Explorer.

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20 July 2023, 05:53 AM	#1
AnthonyMX "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 103	Got "the Call" for "my" perfect watch While I understand this may not be a big deal, after months of tormenting myself with youtube videos, pictures, and research, I am finally the proud owner of a 2023 Explorer I (124270). I have a 2008 Datejust in blue that I love, and a '63 Date from my father (the perfect timepiece), among other non-Rolex watches, but I wanted something I could wear every day that was understated, classic, and that fits my measly wrist size (like the '63). The Explorer I was the match. Rolex has so many options, but this was the perfect watch "for me" (at least for now). What was interesting was the time it took to receive "the call" which was actually an email. I had registered my name to at least four AD's in my area (Miami), and the last one I registered with received the watch within one week - while the others had taken months and I'm still waiting to hear from the others - incidentally, I did notify them to take me off the list. Now, I'm not sure if it's luck (although it's an Explorer I), or things may be ramping up for Rolex. Anyway, the hunt was fun! Now, I'm waiting to hear back on a black and blue jubilee (batgirl) GMT, but that is another story...Cheers! PS - Wish I knew how to post a pic of it.... Thanks all

20 July 2023, 06:20 AM	#4
faz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Faz Location: California Watch: like'em all Posts: 4,689	Congrats. Upload image to any image provider (https://imgur.com/ is good), get the link to the image you uploaded there, and use the "Insert Image" icon to load pics here in your post. Here is a random internet picture that I just copied the address to and used insert image icon to add: __________________ -Faz Instagram @fazmoto

20 July 2023, 06:39 AM	#7
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20 July 2023, 07:24 AM	#12
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 6,602	Congratulations! __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 16570 \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

20 July 2023, 08:28 AM	#16
JSCP "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: USA Watch: RolexPatekCartier Posts: 2,401	Any rolex watch can be worn everyday . It’s. all about how you “carry it. just wear it anyway you want . __________________ PP5167r; PP5153r; PPNautilus 7118r; PP3733-YG; DD40 RG/Sundust; DD40YG/White/Roman;DD40 WG/Olive;Daytona RG;Sub Black YG; Daytona Panda; Celebration 41; GMT-II’s: Left VTNR; GRNR; Batman; SkyDweller SSJubilee/Black; SUB no-date; Oysterquartz SS; DJ SS 36mm’87; Cartier-Roadster YG;Santos YG; Panther YG; Tank’73 YG, Tank Must ‘23;BulgariBB38mm/YG

20 July 2023, 06:14 AM	#2
kkqd1337 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: LONDON Posts: 230	congrats! but 14270 or 124270?

20 July 2023, 06:15 AM	#3
Rolexken "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: England Posts: 817	Brilliant news enjoy it. You now need to graduate in computer science to achieve life’s goal - the ability to post a photo on here !

20 July 2023, 06:27 AM	#5
AnthonyMX "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 103	Correction: 124270 - Thank you!

20 July 2023, 06:31 AM	#6
Carguy87 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2022 Real Name: Steve Location: Nevada Watch: JC 126660 Posts: 4,424	Congrats!! Pics when you can!

20 July 2023, 06:47 AM	#8
Little machines "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Real Name: Joseph Location: USA Posts: 2,635	Congratulations!

20 July 2023, 06:50 AM	#9
AnthonyMX "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 103	https://imgur.com/a/FoI9vAG Can't seem to have the image posted - Sorry! but here's a link! And please forgive my hairy arm...

20 July 2023, 06:54 AM	#10
996marty "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Uk Watch: RolexGMT/Tudor7928 Posts: 4,179	Congratulations on the purchase

20 July 2023, 07:10 AM	#11
Commander C. "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Dystopia Posts: 85	Congratulations! That's my Rolex of choice. Still waiting on my call.

20 July 2023, 07:39 AM	#14
173rdabn 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: George Location: Cape Cod Watch: 216570 Explorer II Posts: 2,416	Well done great watch.

20 July 2023, 08:54 AM	#17
drew0020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: Charlotte Posts: 96	Congratulations. Hope you enjoy it!

20 July 2023, 09:10 AM	#18
Za1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: London Posts: 81	Congrats! My first Rolex, reliable as ever! Wear in good health! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 July 2023, 11:05 AM	#21
AF_Rob "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Virginia Watch: Sub/Polar/OP/BB Posts: 4,667	It IS a big deal. Congrats, OP!

20 July 2023, 11:15 AM	#22
thenewguy2023 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: PA Posts: 73	Congrats!

20 July 2023, 11:34 AM	#23
Mick006 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: PA, US Posts: 564	Awesome. Wearing my 2008 114270 today. Exp1 is the perfect all rounder.

20 July 2023, 11:41 AM	#24
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,460	Congratulations!

20 July 2023, 11:43 AM	#25
rfs "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: USA Posts: 2,391	Congrats

20 July 2023, 11:58 AM	#26
stark1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Northeast Watch: Rolex/AP/ALS/Omega Posts: 1,494	Congrats and enjoy the watch. Wipe the Black/Blue GMT from your mind for the time being as that'll dampen your appreciation for what you currently have. You are very lucky.

20 July 2023, 01:54 PM	#27
AnthonyMX "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 103	Thanks, everyone - and thanks Devildog for helping with the link!

20 July 2023, 10:51 PM	#28
Kongelunden "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Denmark Posts: 129	Congrats and enjoy!!

20 July 2023, 11:07 PM	#29
LAS45 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2022 Real Name: Shawn Location: USA Watch: 126610LN, VTNR Posts: 152	Congratulations Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 July 2023, 11:11 PM	#30
cglondon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: england Posts: 329	Brilliant! Enjoy that perfect watch. Today, while walking through central London, I saw a fella wearing a 1016. Looked amazing! Enjoy your Explorer. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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