youpmelone Posted October 14, 2007 Report Posted October 14, 2007 I bought this for my wife to thank her for giving me the best son in the world. (I AM objective here :-)) I have a slight problem with it but, but maybe I am seeing things that are not there. What do you think?
Deuce Posted October 14, 2007 Report Posted October 14, 2007 What is it that you see? I bought this for my wife to thank her for giving me the best son in the world. (I AM objective here :-)) I have a slight problem with it but, but maybe I am seeing things that are not there. What do you think?
youpmelone Posted October 14, 2007 Author Report Posted October 14, 2007 What is it that you see? the bezel
its_urabus Posted October 14, 2007 Report Posted October 14, 2007 you mean that the bezel is crooked? no big deal, it's and easy adjustement. amazing watch though.... my wife loves my white faced exp II rep..the bezel
youpmelone Posted October 14, 2007 Author Report Posted October 14, 2007 thx by -thor, coming from you that is a good sign. bought it without papers, well only copies, from a trustworthy source. Who had a receipt from his purchase, but not an AD . took the risk for around 1800 Euro. 1993, non AD service 1 year ago. bezel looks misaligned but that should be an easy fix. hoping for no more flaws...
By-Tor Posted October 14, 2007 Report Posted October 14, 2007 That's a fantastic watch, enjoy it! PS: 1800€ wasn't a bad deal at all. I absolutely love the white ExpII (well, I love the black too). Such an under appreciated Rolex. I wish the rep makers would replicate the white ExpII with the proper black hour marker surroundings, it's such a beauty!
youpmelone Posted October 14, 2007 Author Report Posted October 14, 2007 That's a fantastic watch, enjoy it! PS: 1800
By-Tor Posted October 14, 2007 Report Posted October 14, 2007 BTw what is up with the lume? How long does it need to recharge (has been in a box for most of last year) Your ExpII has a tritium dial, which slowly loses most of its luminous abilities after 10-15 years. So if the lume is weak on your watch it's only natural. Nothing to worry about. The newer versions have super luminova on the hour markers.
youpmelone Posted October 14, 2007 Author Report Posted October 14, 2007 Your ExpII has a tritium dial, which slowly loses most of its luminous abilities after 10-15 years. So if the lume is weak on your watch it's only natural. Nothing to worry about. Thought so already, No relume possible i guess? I love being able to tell time in the dark, and my wife thinks it is cool as well.. :-) Toys... (btw hunted 6 months to get the right watch at the right time ...ehh price...-)
By-Tor Posted October 14, 2007 Report Posted October 14, 2007 Personally, I wouldn't touch the dial. If someone doctors the dial (or even improves the lume), the watch might lose its value among the collectors. I think you got it for very nice price, and it might even be a decent investment (in the long run). Keep it 100% original, that's always the best option with Rolexes.
youpmelone Posted October 14, 2007 Author Report Posted October 14, 2007 Agreed But this one is not to be sold.. ever :-)
By-Tor Posted October 14, 2007 Report Posted October 14, 2007 Agreed But this one is not to be sold.. ever :-) I always say the same thing when I get a new watch. And yet I've sold about 30 of them (gens and reps combined).
its_urabus Posted October 14, 2007 Report Posted October 14, 2007 man i agree withbytor about the black dial marker surrounds... I am modding a dial as we speak, but the gen "true black" is awesome...
Jetsons Posted October 14, 2007 Report Posted October 14, 2007 I agree with BT, do not touch the Tritium dial & hands if at all possible. Over time, the Tritium should develop a rose patina which is terrific. If you ever send it to RSC for service, insist on them not replacing the dial and hands. Otherwise, they will swap them out with the Luminova service parts and they will keep the originals. These alterations will adversely affect the value of your watch. Luminova is just as bit boring, IMO. BTW, great watch and considerably more collectible than the new model. Enjoy!
Stephane Posted October 14, 2007 Report Posted October 14, 2007 BT and Jet said it all. Do not touch that Rolie. If you ever send it to Rolex, take pictures with a newspaper to make sure you have a prove it was like that before they swapped all the parts for new ones. Congrats for this purchase, it's indeed a nice piece way too much underestimated. Cheers Stephane
perry563 Posted October 15, 2007 Report Posted October 15, 2007 If you look on the web site WATCHESTOBUY.COM you will see a beautiful gen Explorer for sale under 3800 US dollars.
youpmelone Posted October 15, 2007 Author Report Posted October 15, 2007 OKi cool. i will not send it to Rolex for service without extra precautions, nor will i swap the dial and hands for luminova parts! Am very happy with the deal. Always a bit strange to take risks on so much money, but the risks payed out 2 times. BTW: I have bad eyesight and love my 2002 GMT II with luminova in bed at night.
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