Just buy the Rolex Explorer

For someone who loves watches, it’s almost impossible to not love the Rolex Explorer, one of the brand’s cleanest and most versatile models to this day. So today, let’s just share some of our love for this timepiece.

 

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The very brief history of the Explorer line

Although not many people know this, the Explorer is one of the brand's oldest models, going all the way to 1953.

 

When Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay first ascended Mt. Everest, a Rolex watch was their timepiece of choice. And even though it wasn’t the Explorer, it was after this expedition the brand’s new line was named.

 

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What is the Explore of today?

 

The watch has obviously undergone some changes throughout the years, but the soul is still clearly visible in every line of the model; clean dial, 3,6,9 numerals with luminescent coating, simple and uncluttered design, robust and reliable feel to its build…

 

In simple words, a perfectly versatile timepiece.

 

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But how does it perform on the wrist?

The Explorer is incredible, and that is a huge understatement.

 

Want a watch that will accompany you for a hike or a field trip? The Explorer has your covered.

 

Thanks to its practical and very flexible design, the watch performs well in even the harshest conditions, having perfect dust resistance, a very convenient 100m water resistance (which is more than you need for most expeditions), and a respectable sturdiness, which ensures that the watch can take some beating and rough treatment while maintaining it’s beauty and shine.

 

As a bonus, the enlarged luminescent numerals make it very easy to tell time even in complete darkness, which is a plus.

 

But how about a city life? No worries, even in this scenario, the Explorer won’t betray you.

 

After all, it’s a Rolex. You can’t deny its beautiful and sleek lines, which are fitted for the urban lifestyle. The Explorer can be paired with almost any outfit, and worn to any social occasion, no matter how elevated, which makes it even more appealing.

 

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With a clean, steel case and Oyster bracelet, it will feel comfortable and almost a part of your arm, even after many hours on the wrist, while also maintaining the good weight a watch should have.

 

What is even nicer about the Explorer is the fact that not that many people wear it. It’s not a rare watch per se, but certainly more exclusive than let’s say a Datejust.

 

In that price range, it would be very hard to find a watch that gets more compliments and recognition from both collectors and casual enthusiasts.

 

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A conclusion on the Explorer

So, should you buy the Explorer?

 

Certainly, you should!

 

The price/value ratio is one of the most favorable in the entire watch industry, the watch looks absolutely stunning, is convenient, and even quite accessible.

 

For most people, we’d say there’s hardly a better entry-level Rolex.

 

If you want to see more of the Explorer, you can head to our shop section and enjoy some more up-close photos of this beauty.