New 2021 Rolex Two-Tone Explorer I 36mm Reference 124273

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dsio

·Apr 7, 2021·Ash @ ΩF

• Bold, revolutionary, unique…
  
  Well no but they put a new hat on Malibu Stacy and its now two tone, and 36mm.
  
  
  
  
  
  MODEL CASE
  Oyster, 36 mm, Oystersteel and yellow gold
  OYSTER ARCHITECTURE
  Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
  DIAMETER
  36 mm
  MATERIAL
  Yellow Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and 18 ct yellow gold
  BEZEL
  Smooth
  WINDING CROWN
  Screw-down, Twinlock double waterproofness system
  CRYSTAL
  Scratch-resistant sapphire
  WATER RESISTANCE
  Waterproof to 100 metres / 330 feet
• MOVEMENT
  MOVEMENT
  Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding
  CALIBRE
  3230, Manufacture Rolex
  PRECISION
  -2/+2 sec/day, after casing
  FUNCTIONS
  Centre hour, minute and seconds hands. Stop-seconds for precise time setting
  OSCILLATOR
  Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring. High-performance Paraflex shock absorbers
  WINDING
  Bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor
  POWER RESERVE
  Approximately 70 hours
• BRACELET
  BRACELET
  Oyster, flat three-piece links
  BRACELET MATERIAL
  Yellow Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and 18 ct yellow gold
  CLASP
  Folding Oysterlock safety clasp with Easylink 5 mm comfort extension link

 

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guaranteed.rohu

·Apr 7, 2021

I prefer the look of the Tudor bb36 tbh, really average and uninspired releases.

The all stainless steel is better, for me!

 

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djmusicman

·Apr 7, 2021

I just checked the comments on instagram "no" "nope" "disappointing" and lots of 🤮emojis

 

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eugeneandresson

·Apr 7, 2021

They should stop the 2tone. I thought they would have learnt with the SD43...

 

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sonicosa

·Apr 7, 2021

Love a good Malibu Stacy reference.

 

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dsio

·Apr 7, 2021·Ash @ ΩF

sonicosa

Love a good Malibu Stacy reference.

It does sum it up fairly well…

 

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Rado63

·Apr 7, 2021

Rolex seems to be expanding the no gender category watches. Lots of ladies wearing the Daytona, Milgaus and now maybe the new TT 36mm Explorer.

 

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MikeMan2727

·Apr 7, 2021

Good move by Rolex.

They can charge more for the two tone precious metal contents and then force everyone on the "waiting lists" to buy them while they wait for a chance to buy the brand new and improved SS Explorer II.

 

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cvalue13

·Apr 7, 2021

People should not underestimate the surprisingly wild popularity of two-tone models, especially in certain non-western markets

For example, while hard to prove definitively it is pretty widely acknowledged that Rolex’s most sold category are the two tone DJs ...

 

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sonicosa

·Apr 7, 2021

dsio

It does sum it up fairly well…

Smithers is at the AD buying one of these as we speak.

 

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marcn

·Apr 7, 2021

Specifically about the two tone -- I think this is Rolex showing they pay attention to more than just us nerds. I am not in this watch's demographic, but that's true for most of their catalog.

About going to 36mm -- {chin stroke} Interesting move! As a guy with a 6.5" wrist, I can wear this size no problem. I will not be letting go of my 39mm Explorer 1, but if I had to replace that watch, the SS 36mm Explorer 1 would be totally acceptable.

 

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blueteg

·Apr 7, 2021

This is material/color combo for the Explorer is hard to get excited about...🤔

 

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connieseamaster

·Apr 7, 2021

Rado63

Rolex seems to be expanding the no gender category watches. Lots of ladies wearing the Daytona, Milgaus and now maybe the new TT 36mm Explorer.

I think you might be on to something here. The 25mm YG Diamondmaster or whatever the hell it is definitely points to them doing some extra market research.

 

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Dan S

·Apr 7, 2021

I have a history of bad decisions with Explorer I watches, but I'm not going to compound it by buying this one. 😁

 

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EauTerre

·Apr 7, 2021

djmusicman

I just checked the comments on instagram "no" "nope" "disappointing" and lots of 🤮emojis

It just really screams low-class nouveau riche Rolex. Maybe in the metal and perhaps with a difference bracelet it could look acceptable, but on these pictures it's just very cringy.

 

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AngelDeVille

·Apr 7, 2021

I love two tone, maybe not on this model, but who knows.

I’d be in for the steel for sure IF they are actually available.

if they do the waitlist crap, I’ll get a railmaster.

 

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340pd

·Apr 7, 2021

marcnorth

Specifically about the two tone -- I think this is Rolex showing they pay attention to more than just us nerds. I am not in this watch's demographic, but that's true for most of their catalog.

About going to 36mm -- {chin stroke} Interesting move! As a guy with a 6.5" wrist, I can wear this size no problem. I will not be letting go of my 39mm Explorer 1, but if I had to replace that watch, the SS 36mm Explorer 1 would be totally acceptable.

+1

 

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gnuyork

·Apr 8, 2021

An abomination.

 

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Archer

·Apr 8, 2021·Omega Qualified Watchmaker

Screams "I can't afford to buy a full gold old man's watch, so I'll just go half way." 😉

 

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cristos71

·Apr 8, 2021

Archer

Screams "I can't afford to buy a full gold old man's watch, so I'll just go half way." 😉

You are always so very ageist against us gold watch lovers....almost reminds me of @ulackfocus and his Speedie thing 😉