Boris
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I feel exactly like you
My vintage (i.e. plexy) Rolex models spend all their time in the safe as they no longer fit my daily activities. My Explorer II 16570 is s much better fit for that, and although it's market value has been increasing, it's not at a silly level where I would think twice before going to the gym with it.
In the current range, there are very few models I actually like, especially in the professional line. The true gems, in my view, are the Oyster Perpetual line and the current iteration of the Datejust 36mm.
I went for a blue 126200 DJ, but could easily have gone for the very same model you picked. It's a great, no frills daily wearer with a very handsome dial.
New arrival. Restoring my faith in Rolex.
I’ve long been an almost exclusively vintage Rolex collector, but I’ve been slowly selling off my collection in favor of other watches. I’m still a fan of vintage Rolex, but I still fundamentally think of Rolex as no frills tool watches. It’s a nice ‘prob...
I hear you regarding the tool watch, and also the “problem” of vintage becoming unwearable at a point due to value.
While the modern Subs, GMTs and Daytona’s still appeal to me I do also see a very strong appeal in the OP for the reasons you mention. Sounds like you’ve got yourself a great daily partner, enjoy it.
I agree with you about Rolex.
Here is mine - a twin of yours; only mine is now 2 1/2 years old. Good size, great dial and so understated. I have had this watch on a dark blue alligator strap for a year and it's now back on its bracelet again. My rare, reference 1936 steel-cased 1930's...
Love that 3-6-9 dial.
A simple watch, suitable for most anyone. I've decided that there are few complications I really "need". GMT function is useful for me, no need for a chronograph, moon phase, depth gauge or most other functions that don't come to mind as I type this. I'll...
I feel exactly like you
My vintage (i.e. plexy) Rolex models spend all their time in the safe as they no longer fit my daily activities. My Explorer II 16570 is s much better fit for that, and although it's market value has been increasing, it's not at a silly level where I woul...