Explorer II Polar – my 30+ year history with this model
I first purchased this watch new in 1994 when it was the 2nd least cool Rolex stainless steel sports watch to own after the Air King. I was living and working in NYC, riding the subway everyday, and wanted a Rolex for me rather than to impress others.
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OP club
seems a lot of people have picked up OPs lately, myself included. who else has one? (or more)
Continue readingRolex 228236 DD40. Glacier Blue. Sticks or Baguettes?
While discussing watches with a friend he brought up the “grail” conversation. I said the Plat DD 40 and kinda realized I could actually get one if I just sold watches I do not wear anymore or have any emotional attachment to.
I can’t decide if I want sticks or the diamonds.
In general I am not a diamond guy but on the Glacier Blue they almost blend in and don’t “bling” like on a black dial. Im not interested in the Romans as I already have them on my YG DD40 which I am keeping.
So…
RSC Service time: NYC is 3 Weeks!
I wanted to share to the group that the current wait time for the Rolex Service Center to perform a ‘complete overhaul’ of a watch is currently 3 weeks.
To me that sounds pretty good! If you’ve been putting off servicing with the worry of waiting months then maybe now is the time to drop it off!
Cheers,
Rjich
Tudor watch info please help newbie
Drilled lugs?
I have a "modern" Submariner without fully drilled lugs. Who would you trust with the watch, to fully drill the lugs? Thanks for the referrals!
From this:
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Continue readingDay Date Info Request
If/when it’s handed down, I plan to wear it. I’m not exactly sure but I think it’s a 18238 or similar. I ltried it on for the first time last month.
The only thing I know about it is that the original dial was replaced with MOP. I wouldn’t classify the current owner as a watch guy so I haven’t asked…
Jubilee Bracelet Recommendations for Black Bay Chrono?
Thanks!
Explorer II Owners Club
Please join into this club with your favorite Explorer II pictures!
I’ll start with my ex-16570 and I will post a picture of my current 216570 later: