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    I know you all love ROlex threads...

    But does anyone know the current waiting list for an Explorer 1 (39mm). Worth getting on a waiting list, or just stump up and buy one elsewhere? (I'd prefer a new one if I'm honest).

    They seem to be trading at above list.

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    Quote Originally Posted by triumph coupe View Post
    But does anyone know the current waiting list for an Explorer 1 (39mm). Worth getting on a waiting list, or just stump up and buy one elsewhere? (I'd prefer a new one if I'm honest).

    They seem to be trading at above list.
    Less than a month and often seen in AD windows

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    There is often an Explorer or Air King nestled amongst the Datejust's.

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    I had to wait for my AK and then I jumped a small q to get it, no explorers. AK, etc in the local AD window. It does vary by location a bit.


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    Quote Originally Posted by ryanb741 View Post
    Less than a month and often seen in AD windows
    This. I've seen at least 2 in Goldsmiths window in Liverpool in the last 6 months.

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    Rolex makes sure its best model is always relatively easy to get hold of.


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    This is encouraging. Why are they selling slightly above list then?? That’s madness if supply is fairly good.


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    Quote Originally Posted by triumph coupe View Post
    This is encouraging. Why are they selling slightly above list then?? That’s madness if supply is fairly good.


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    Because there will always be people prepared a premium for being able to get it the day they decide they want it.

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    Enquired on a Monday, on the wrist on the Saturday

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    Quote Originally Posted by sean View Post
    Rolex makes sure its best model is always relatively easy to get hold of.

    This looks so good on wrist! Stunning!


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    The Explorer is the epitome of what Rolex is all about. A superb watch that tells the time without bling.

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    As mentioned, less than a month.
    Very nice choice.

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    Make sure when you buy the watch that it says Rolex on it and not ROlex.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mick P View Post
    The Explorer is the epitome of what Rolex is all about. A superb watch that tells the time without bling.
    Agreed, I think it’s one of my favourites in the current range.

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    2.5 to 3 year wait list currently according to my local AD

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    Quote Originally Posted by triumph coupe View Post
    2.5 to 3 year wait list currently according to my local AD
    No way!

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    Getting harder to find I'd say. My AD used to get one every month, now its more like every 4 months said the branch manager.

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    I know you all love ROlex threads...

    I tried one on that’s in the AD’s window just this afternoon. The owner says he’s no one waiting for one so it’s gone in the window but he expects it to be sold over the weekend.

    There’s just something stopping me or it’d be on my wrist now.
    Last edited by Dave+63; 19th July 2019 at 17:39.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dave+63 View Post
    The owner says he’s no one waiting for one donuts gone in the window but he expects it to be sold over the weekend.



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    Quote Originally Posted by sean View Post


    Thanks Sean, now corrected.

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    Quote Originally Posted by triumph coupe View Post
    But does anyone know the current waiting list for an Explorer 1 (39mm). Worth getting on a waiting list, or just stump up and buy one elsewhere? (I'd prefer a new one if I'm honest).

    They seem to be trading at above list.

    Friend got one, quite quickly, for his son a few months back. I'd certainly visit an AD or two before considering paying a premium.

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    Quote Originally Posted by David_D View Post
    Friend got one, quite quickly, for his son a few months back. I'd certainly visit an AD or two before considering paying a premium.
    The AD I was at today said a couple of months if he doesn’t have one in stock.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dave+63 View Post
    The AD I was at today said a couple of months if he doesn’t have one in stock.
    Sounds reasonable.

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    Any high street AD in particular better than others ?



    QUOTE=Dave+63;5153123]The AD I was at today said a couple of months if he doesn’t have one in stock.[/QUOTE]

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