ChristianDK
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The Explorer 1 makes a lot of sense
As I am on to my second one after regrettably selling the first. And it is a perfect fit for all the reasons you give. Great minds think alike, Jay 
The only "Beef" I have with the version from this period is the short minute hand and and perhaps the white gold 3-6-9. My updated version from 2017 looks just a bit better I think.
This doesnt exclude it yet though. Thinking..Thinking...!!
Advice needed for buying my sons a Rolex from their respective birth year.
I have been playing around with the idea to get both of my sons a Rolex manufactured in their respective birth year. My first son was born in 2013 . My second, in 2015 . The idea is, that I find a well preserved piece and put it away at the bank, and pres...
I’ve thought about doing that too (my boy was also born in 2013 btw) 😀
In the end I decided against it. I don’t know if he will be into watches when he grows up and if he is, I will want him to discover his own taste (or pick out a piece from my collection to make his). It would be a shame to lock away a watch in the safe no...
That is a risk, of course. I can live with it though.
Thank you for your thoughts. 2013 was a great year!
It’s a great sentiment Christian...
Treating both sons as equally as possible is probably very important. How about two Submariners ?
Thank you Cpt 😊
A Sub is a classic. Definitely a great candidate! Black or green? Date or no date? You are right - probably better to get them something similar. 👍
Two thoughts on this ...
For simplicity two no date Subs. If you want to throw the proverbial kitchen sink at it, two green Subs.
Two Explorer I watches, one for each. Nothing is more timeless from any brand.
Or, rainbow iced day-dates. Those will be hot in 2031.
Funny you suggest it. I thought about this one.
Thank you 🙏 “Rainbow iced day-dates” LOL 😂 Very hot specifically and only in 2031. 😎
Interesting proposition
This one was below my radar. I will have a closer look. Thank you so much for chiming in!
Is that the one called “Batman”?
If it is I really like this one. It gives some life to the ceramic insert. Thank you so much my friend. GMT is a super important icon! Is it more cool than a Sub?
It's a lovely idea, but........
If it was me, I'd much prefer my Dad pass down the watch I remember him faithfully wearing at my soccer games, family vacations, mowing the lawn, etc. THOSE are the ones which will carry true sentimental value for your boys. Why not find two pieces you wa...
I see your point
But the problem is that dad changes his watches way to often and there is now way I will give them a Journe when they turn 18 ;-) Thanks for chiming in.
I’d go with a black sub and black gmt
They are two icons that appeal to just about everyone equally. I’d stay away from the colored inserts (Batman, Pepsi) because who knows what their respective tastes in colors will be.
an other + for the sub
It makes sense, in that it can be quite neutral. Great input! Thank you
My initial thought was Explorer 1, a pair of them.
Because they are a little safer than a Sub, or a Daytona (my next two choices). By “safer” I mean a little more flexible to the potential style or taste of your kids. Bracelet or no bracelet, both will work very well with the Explorer. Sporty if you want,...
The Explorer 1 makes a lot of sense
As I am on to my second one after regrettably selling the first. And it is a perfect fit for all the reasons you give. Great minds think alike, Jay The only "Beef" I have with the version from this period is the short minute hand and and perhaps the white...
I second the suggestion for two Explorer I watches. They are versatile and to me are the quintessential Rolex
You might even find two that are still new.
Yet an other +1 for E1
Its interesting because we dont often see it posted (I never posted mine) but I agree. It is the most balanced watch and could probably be found new or very close to new. important input. thank you!
Super initiative
I (tried) to do same for my kids but in the end I bought both of them a new watch instead of vintage. But that’s more because of the fact that I simply couldn’t find the preferred watches made in their year of birth Now mine were boy and girl that makes l...
Great to hear you rthoughts Jurry
Im beginning to see a pattern for either the Explorer 1 or the Sub. Imakes perfect sense when you think about it. Both are classics with a proven design. I dont expect my boys to become watch collectors, but they know how much I love watches and Im sure i...
Rolex
So far I have given 9 various Rolexes to my children and grandkids on their graduation. Always with the stipulation that the watches stay in the family and can be traded around among them. It has worked well for us.
That is a lovely idea
also that they can trade around but not out of the family. I feel Rolex is the brand to go with. It has the mechanical robustness and a proven design. I know the first son has my collectors nature and is very careful with his things (he collects robots) W...
For what it’s worth, I had two daughters graduate from college this year and they got watches
I told them they could each pick out any all-steel Rolex they wanted. (No precious metal, no diamonds). One chose a 31mm Datejust with light pink dial and the other chose a 34mm oyster perpetual (which is basically identical in look and function to a 34mm...
Advise
Not sure if you have done this yet but I think the Submariners would be a great choice. They are classic and likely to increase in value . Think of it as buying a gift bond. I was at a holiday party hosted by the local Omega Boutique . There was a family ...
Im beginning to lean that way, yes.
it is a safe purchase. Still do-able without paying a huge premium.