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Vintage Explorer rep. Where to find it?

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gggarl

Hello RWG world,
i am a member since a few days only and i am enjoying being here so far... I must say i was lurking a while on this forum and rapidly my mind changed about what rep i should get soon...
When i first started i had a list of watches i was looking for, now that list has been overwritten many times, and maybe will chagne again soon i suppose. The more i dive into the topics and the tastes, the more i see my wrist different as i was doing before.
So, as a starting point - because one needs somewhen to start somewhere right? - i decided to try to find a vintage Rolex Explorer rep. It is a simple watch form the looks, easy to wear, not to difficult to understand in its shape. A solid form follows function piece. I think this could be it, the point to start.

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or this
 

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Just ...Just i can't find it. I was looking on all TD sites, nothing.
So, do you maybe know where i could order one?

Or if you are a Dealer, and read this message, please write me a PM.

Thank you in advance.

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Thommo82

Hey mate,

Best bet is to actually email a few TD’s with pictures of the watch you are after.

Try Marvellous Replica (TD)

Also, never just order straight from the website as they are often not updated so the watches listed are not always available. 
Always email the TD first to check availability 

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gggarl

Thank You very much @Thommo82

Update, i just received a link for this one

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:woo:

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Chiruku

@kilowattore is the master of 1016 builds.

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gggarl

@Chirukuthank you very much

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gggarl

update: still searching for a nice 1016 rep...

 

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BadPickle

Why not try posting a WTB 

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gggarl

@pickledbeetroot yes good idea, thanks

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Waspy
47 minutes ago, gggarl said:

update: still searching for a nice 1016 rep...

 

They do come up now and then on M2M. Usually not cheap mind.

But Datejusts are very available if you need something to fulfill your Rolex 36mm needs in the meantime.

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Figmo

Welcome! Not much to add since @Chiruku has already mentioned @kilowattore for 1016 builds. 

You could always start with the classic ref  14270 Explorer I (or similar) and then either add a 1016 or mod it with an aftermarket dial. The world is your oyster, after all: have fun finding the perfect oyster for you!

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Moondustesp

http://AE6-A7-E57-1-E0-E-4532-B762-53-B21-CD73- Could always build a 5500 explorer. This was done using a genuine Rolex 1002/5500 case. Kick myself for letting it go. 

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Waspy

I can't help bragging in this thread

Here's my 1016:

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gggarl

you lucky guys put gasoline on the fire with those great pieces you are showing :fuelfire:

yes i thought about building one myself gathering all the parts, luckily i have a goooood friend who is master watchmaker could ask him for putting them together..

The one i would love the most is a red explorer

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