Rolex Explorer II with White Dial...

The White Dial Rolex Explorer II is one of the great Rolex Classics.  The Explorer II is not as popular as the Submariner or the GMT because people seem to love the rotating bezels.

That being said, the Explorer II is probably the most durable Rolex made.  I say this because the bezel has a brushed satin finish and does not move. Hard to break and even harder to scratch.  This Rolex Really is a serious Tool watch.

I would not be surprised if we see a major design overhaul at Basel 2009, where the Explorer II gets a Triplock Crown, Supercase with wider lugs, Maxi Markers, Fatter Hands and yes, a movable bezel.

I think if Rolex makes these changes, the Explorer will be as popular as its Sub, GMT & Daytona Brethren.  That being said, the current Explorer II is a very cool watch.

Rolex Rainbow

Pepsi, Espresso, Coke, Rootbeer, Black Coffee and Pepsi GMT Bezels.  All we need now is a 7up. 

 

Wait a minute, nobody likes 7up any more.

Speaking of 7up, I always liked 7up but after they tried to improve it, it tastes terrible.

What happened!?!  I like the 7up Sub though...

Photo Credit: Jocke

Sean Connery as James Bond in Thunderball

Sean Connery is wearing his Trademark Rolex Submariner with the NATO strap in Thunderball. 

Sean is picuted with Claudine Auger who was Miss France in 1958.

James Bond: My dear, uncooperative Domino.

Domino: How do you know that? How do you know my friends call me Domino?

James Bond: It's on the bracelet on your ankle.

Domino: So... what sharp little eyes you've got.

James Bond: Wait 'til you get to my teeth.

Rolex Hotness...

Chung Lee is an amazing fashion photographer.  He took this gorgeous shot of his Yellow Gold Daytona 116528.

Photo appears courtesy of Chung Lee Studious llc © 2007

Rolex Wrist Shot of the Day: GMT Pepsi...

This is a great wrist shot...

Rolex Lume Shot of the Day: LV Submariner with Black Bezel...

Look at those Maxi Markers Glowing...Talk about Glowpower...

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Sunshine Submariner...

Beautiful Early Morning Sunlight on this Yellow Gold Submariner.

Notice these old Yellow Gold Rolex Submariners have solid end links and a Super-case with wider lugs like the upcoming Submariner that was recently shown at Basel 2008. 

This beauty also has nipple indices.

Bob Hope for Rolex...

This Bob Hope advertisement from 1960 is classic and brings back a lot of memories...It is hard to believe this Rolex advertisement is from almost 50 years ago.  The marketing message is timeless if you think about it...

This Vintage Rolex Advertisement Reads:

Where did you get your Rolex?

Leaders in all walks of life acknowledge that pride of Rolex ownership starts conversations...makes strangers friends and distinguishes each as a person of taste and judgment.

This is to be expected...for discriminating leaders throughout the world depend upon Rolex to guard their precious time.

Rolex as you may know, has produced more officially certified Chronometers than all other watch makers combined.

A watch with manufacturing and accuracy specifications approved by Swiss Testing Stations.

Official time piece Pan American World Airlines.

Bob Hope, distinguished Rolex owner and star of "The Facts of Life"

Rolex Wrist Shot of the Day: LV Submariner

This is one of the coolest wrist shots I have ever seen.  I don't know what it is, but it just looks really cool to me.

Thanks for sharing Kelly...

Photo Courtesy of Kelly M