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Saw 36 mm Explorer I 124270 Today - Opinions Sought Please!
Hope all is well friends! In the past I owned the 39 mm version of this watch but found it wore too large for my wrist, especially the lug to lug. Today I saw the 36 mm Explorer I 124270 in the metal for the first time. Initial impressions are strong. My biggest concern is case thickness at 11.5 mm on a 36 mm watch. Based on my pics, do you guys think it wears too tall? Also, if there are any members who are owners, I’d love to hear what you like and what you dislike (if anything). Thanks for sharing your opinions! 🍻
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Saw 36 mm Explorer I 124270 Today - Opinions Sought Please!
Hope all is well friends! In the past I owned the 39 mm version of this watch but found it wore too large for my wrist, especially the lug to lug. Today I saw the 36 mm Explorer I 124270 in the metal for the first time. Initial impressions are strong. My ...
Perhaps
But probably not 😂 Wearability of a watch is a top priority and I have a very hard time with watches that are unnecessarily thick. This one is borderline. So I’m on the fence! Thanks so much for weighing in!
The 124270 is one of the few Rolex models that has (largely) maintained the same aesthetic for decades now
36mm wears extremely well… I’d say go for it. It’s a rugged sports watch so the thickness is part of it’s character (charm
I agree that it wears extremely well overall
The thickness is part of its character and charm, I suppose that is one way of looking at. Appreciate your perspective !
Thank you Tony!
It still looks as good as the day you bought it. And clearly, due to its tenure in your rotation, it must still feel that way too
No, it's not too thick, it wears beautifully!
But here's my question for you Jesse: what does it give you that you don't already have with the Laureato?
Ian, you are very wise!
As I am contemplating that same question! Initially, I thought, not much, except it says Rolex on the dial and the dial is black instead of blue (with no date 😉). But a deeper examination reveals that there may be a Sports Rolex hole in my line-up now tha...
I'm sorry to say this, Jesse...
but I think you may have to get yourself one of these. It is good in itself, and good for you, in exactly the ways you're saying here. (and I like it better than the Sub!)
Why sorry Ian
When you so gracefully agreed to pay for it? We’re meeting at EWC soon, remember? 😂
Looks fantastic!
Of course I am biased and absolutely adore my 114270. Size is perfect, discreet, comfortable, rather cool, and thickness I think suits it proportionately well. Just a nice little package wrapped around one's wrist!
Thank you KCLQMULKU!
You’ve summed it up perfectly. It is a nice little package wrapped around one’s wrist , indeed! It’s a banger!
Modern mon ami
A lightly pre-loved version, relatively new, in top condition with a full set of course! 🙂 Just my personal preference 👍🏻
Looks ok to me
Sure it could be a bit thinner (my u50 which has a 500m WR is only 11.2) but the case profile is smooth and unlikely to get in the way. I yet have to see it in the metal, what were your thoughts on the clasp length and width?
Thanks for your comments my friend
I put the end of the Laureato 38 mm bracelet up to the end of the EX I bracelet , and without calipers or a precise way to measure, to my eyes, they were almost identical in width. The clasp, just like the bracelet is top notch. And the clasp of course is...
If this watch was 1.5 mm thinner, I would have bought one today
That’s why I brought the Laureato 38 mm. It’s only 10 mm thin! If the EX I was 10 mm thin, I’d be: ...
A coworker recently got one.
It’s fantastic. Get it. Full disclosure, an 114270 has been my most worn watch for the last 14 years. ...
Gorgeous watch and pic!
Grand Canyon? Wow, most worn for the last 14 years, impressive! Thanks for your response
Yes and yes.
I am really impressed by the new model, so much so I thought of getting one and starting a “vertical”. I’m a fan. But it’s of course your wrist and money. Best with whatever you decide.
It's nice, if you're in the market for a compact and rugged sports Rolex
Have you considered a 114270? A little less chunky and sporty, but arguably more refined and trimmer.
Most appreciated !
Yes I have. .5 mm thinner and 20 mm lug width instead of 19 mm if I’m not mistaken. Personally , I just can’t get by the hollow end links and “tinny” feeling bracelet so many have described on Rolex sports models of past. I have great appreciation for the...
Understandable Aquaracer1
At 36mm with much in common, the 114270 and 124270 do feel and look different. I have the 11x and love it -- very comfortable, good looking, and easy to wear all day.
I’m glad you’ve found a watch that you love wearing and is comfortable
Thanks so much for your post ! 👍🏻
It is a beautiful watch, that can be worn to any occasion.
The thickness makes it sporty enough to wear it with short sleaves in the summer during day and due to the tasteful dial you can wear it in the evening to a tuxedo.
The 114270 is nearly unnoticable on the wrist.
I dont line thick watches either and these little sports watches are so nicely balanced the thickness is a non-topic for me. ...
