The Rolex Explorer: Understanding The Iconic Tool Watch | Reference Points
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- The Rolex Explorer has come to embody what many see as the ideal one nice watch to own. Its simplicity and classic design allow it to go anywhere, not only far-off mountaintops. And the reference 1016 in particular, which spanned an incredible 29 years of production, from 1960 to 1989, has come to be seen by many as an ideal vintage watch for daily wear. With its subtle 36mm size, no-date simplicity, and crisp black dial - whether gilt or matte - it's the sport Rolex that doesn't turn heads - the anti-hype Rolex, if you will. The “if you know, you know” Rolex.
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I have always said: The Rolex Explorer is the least Rolex you can own, but the most Rolex you ever really need. I’m Happy you covered this historic model in Reference Points. This could easily be a one and done watch.
I agree with you. Still I feel like I need a date window on my watch because it’s just so convenient. It’s a long way until I get a “luxury watch” however.
I rekon its the Milgaus but similar watches IMO
Agreed the 369 design is just classic and cant go wrong.Also the datejust and OP are also minimalistic which makes them more admirable.
The series "reference points" is by far the best content out there on TH-cam. I repeatedly watched the Submariner and GMT episodes, and now this one about the Explorer One is yet another great piece. Eric Wind is the walking encyclopedia of Rolex. Simply amazing! Thank you!
You should check out the Speedmaster episode too. Also with Eric Wind.
This! I'd love to see more from this series, e.g. Rolex Datejust, Oyster Perpetual etc.
Thank goodness we're back with a new one. I've watched the previous reference points several times each.
*several dozen times
My thoughts exactly!!
The 214270 mk2 is my favorite and also my daily watch. Great video.
36mm is the classic, gentleman size. Wears fantastic, truly the most discreet of the Rolex sport models. The 19 to 14 taper is very cool , a bit vintage and everything allows the watch to disappear on the wrist if you need to wear under a cuff. The enhancement to the dial give the watch so much more pop over the previous 36 model. It’s not a watch everyone will appreciate, but the discerning will own a very special piece.
Well said Michael! I agree with every word. It's damn near the perfect watch.
@@mikemush9741 Yes it is, except MSRP which is high
This is the one I've been waiting for. The 1016 is my favorite watch. Thanks Eric.
Man! I’ve got such a thing for the explorer! I really enjoyed this! Great video guys
Love your content Gringa! Keep it up.
Fun fact-this guest’s voice is a miracle if you’re trying to fall asleep. Just play this video, lay back, and be prepared for the best rest you ever had
Drinking my coffee watching this. Amazing video bro. Thank you.
I really hope Hodinkee starts doing more reference points. I would love to see a Royal Oak episode, a Nautilus episode, and a Big Pilot episode.
This is why we love Hodinkee since 2008! Thank you guys!
Very easily the definitive video on the subject!
Brilliant episode! I dream of having an Explorer collection.
Bark and Jack in the house! Love your content.
@@Unknown-fl7dj Thanks a lot mate.
Finally a comprehensive guide on my favorite Rolex. It fits almost every occasion. Classy, discreet, very legible and robust. After i got the 214270, it totally monopolized my wrist. Nice one Hodinkee.
Thanks for the lovely reference points episode, very informative on the most utilitarian Rolex model, the Explorer.
Never knew that Explorer had so many variations despite already owned the 114270 for 4 years and use it as a daily driver. Great video, Explorer is definitely the greatest Rolex!
Excellent. The sort of content that Hodinkee does best.
The more I see it, the more I love the two tone ✌️
Back again with some great content! Thanks Dink!
This might be the most incredible series I have ever seen. Amazing.
Amazing video, Eric Wind is awesome, such a wealth of knowledge. Many thanks Hodinkee!
One of my favorite models, amazing history, understated and minimalistic by modern Rolex standards.
To see the whole range of Explorers on one table would blow my mind. WOW!
Wonder what the value would add up to ?!
Very interesting and enjoyable. Thanks for posting.
This is incredible. Very well done!
Such an amazing watch. I took a brief hiatus from Subs and SeaDwellers and had a 114270 for a while. I absolutely loved it (although I eventually went back to Subs) and remains one of my favorite Rolexes. I'll own another for sure.
Excellent video, thank you for creating such informative content. This has really rekindled my love of the 1016 :-)
Really cool video! I had no idea the 1016 had so many iterations. I've owned both versions of the 39mm and both new versions of the 36mm. I love them all, but the two tone is my favorite by far. One small thing....I was surprised how often it was referred to as an "Explorer 1." Watch snobs really frown on that. Doesn't bother me at all however. Great video gents.
Those 39mm explorers will explode in price in the future , I can’t see Rolex changing from 36mm size . I would grab the 39 now if you like it
I sold mine 6 months before it was discontinued as I stopped wearing mine in favour of BLNR 😭😭 and needed the £££. I will look back in 20yrs time and regret 😭😂 it was my first Rolex, early 2014
The best overall value Rolex in the catalogue today
Love the reference points-videos
the 1016 is possibly one of my favourite watches
I appreciate how each Explorer is given its own moment in the spotlight.
Those Tiffany 1016's are gorgeous.
Wore my 1016 while watching. It's the third one that I've owned. I just keep coming back to it. I think I'll keep this one.
Awesome video. A reference point video on the Lange 1 would also be highly highly appreciated!!!!
These vids are so cool. Keep them coming plz
Finally another reference points . But we still need more
Something that was missed that would have been worth mentioning was with the introduction of the 39mm models, they have engraved rehauts with repeating "Rolex" text and the serial number. That detail, along with the double coronet and the return to 36mm makes the 124270 my favorite reference so far.
Good job Jon & Eric!!!
Thanks, awesome video! Still, I think it would have been good to go through more of the history of the watch, like why and for what purpose the Explorer was made. In addition, it would have been good to go through the bracelets as well.
This is an epic video for the greatest Rolex of all times!
Finally, our prayers have been heard. Reference Points is back folks!!
Thanks for the education!
The explorer really does have one of the most interesting lineages of any watch from Rolex IMO, apart from the usual suspects.
So great to see all of these generations together...I didn't appreciate that there are so many itterations. The explorer is a special watch...the most special in the collection IMO. This watch belongs at 36mm...that's part of its dna and spirit. I really hope they don't do something silly like bringing out a 41mm...that would be tasteless
I think it’s worth mentioning that another difference between the 14270 and the 114270, aside from the luminous material, is that the latter comes with a solid endlink bracelet. Please correct me if I’m wrong.
Amazing video Hodinkee, I usually give you a bit of stick, but this was spot on!
The Explorer is my all time favourite watch, and one I hope to own one day. I was so happy when Rolex decided to return to the 36mm size, but disappointed they also shrank the lugs to 19mm, making finding decent straps an absolute pain. I'm unsure why several watch brands, including Omega, have done this of recent?
I'm also not a fan of the two-tone and suggestion of a fully gold model. The Explorer is an out and out 'tool watch' and there's plenty of other Rolex models to 'bling up' and mess about with. Leave the Explorer pure as it is!
Finally, I was recently playing with the idea of purchasing a white dial 'homage-ish' model (perhaps one of Eddie Platt's Smiths or an Armida) to scratch my Explorer itch. Thinking it was sort of an original concept (and affordable), and that there were no white dialled Explorers, I guess this blows that idea to bits.
For me, the best homage is the Tudor BB36. A really really good watch. The only reason I let mine go is because I got the 2021 Explorer
Very good ..I own a 39, on my 7” wrist it looks great …36 is just a touch too small for me …
Thank you gentlemen for such knowledge!
Great video 👏
Easily my favourite Rolex model, flawless.
I've got a 114270 but I find I wear my 36mm DJ and ExII 16570 far more. Not sure why, might be the lack of date. I've also never been totally convinced by the font used on the 3, 6 and 9. The older references had a better font, although even that is a bit odd, almost as if it's fake or drawn on by hand in tippex (I'm thinking of the 1016). Still, a lovely piece, subtle and unshowy, save when the hands and indices catch the light and shine like fire-ice.
Very interestig!
My favorite watch!
What an interesting journey, what a watch. Guess the 39mm was more of an experiment, to the extent the hands weren’t even changed, initially. Thought the inclusion of the OP 116000 with the 369 dial would have made a good not-explorer too. Thank you Hodinkee.
Great video!
Only thing I thought was strange is not mentioning the new 19mm lugs on the newest iteration.
I am total watch video nerd but this series tops it. 👏ALL existing formats.
Just picked up my 124270. Made my wife watch this video. For the first time she really “got it” about iconic pieces like the Explorer.
Rolex please bring back the vintage numeral font. We’ve had enough of the kinds of font you see littered in a sporting goods store or something.
Muy buena referencia 👌
Oh look who the wind blew back into Hodinkee
Coming back to this video - it was a good call about bringing a "41mm" version... wasn't far off... we have a 40mm now lol
Amazing
One small nitpick about this video is that the model line is called the 'Explorer', not the 'Explorer 1'. Many people add the '1' to diferentiate it from the 'Explorer II', but it was never officially called that.
The Explorer is easily the one Rolex that remains true to its origins, without being Rolexified beyond the ridiculous two-tone idea. Always a great little watch.
Hi guys, thank you for this wonderful video, pardon my question, my 14270 (year 1992) bracelet is too loose and I’m thinking of getting a new bracelet for it , can a 214270 bracelet fit a drilled 14270 given both lugs size are 20mm?
My absolute favorite Rolex line
The 1016 with the Tiffany print is the business
The Rolex Explorer is beautiful ! Glad to see the 36mm return :):)!!!
I agree 👍 it's the Legendary size
@@lonewolfemcquade8133 Do you feel the same for day date as well ?
@@TimepieceTherapy It doesn't bother as much because it's 40mm but I do prefer the 36mm but don't hate the 40mm case size at all. I love to see a 38mm Day date
@@lonewolfemcquade8133 Yess, the Day Date in 36mm seems versatile as well!
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@@TimepieceTherapy I definitely 👍 will 😁
Pls make a reference point video for Explorer II
Of the entire Rolex catalogue, this is my favorite watch to actually wear.
Great comment. In the case it always looks like the little brother....but it really shines on the wrist!
@@mikemush9741 extremely comfortable and rides under the radar, while still having all the class and quality of the other models.
Finally !! 😀
The epitome of a tool watch.
The ORIGINAL! And the most genuine in the Rolex catalogue.
Love my 39mm mk 2.
The 36mm was far too small for my wrist and I was delighted in 2010 when they increased its size.
Pure and classic horology.
Love the video.
Hodinkee, you missed the ref. 114270 with the engraved rehaut circa 2007-08 I believe.
Not a fan of the two tone, but would welcome a 36mm full yellow gold model.
Either way , love the 36mm explorers, what a gorgeous collection. Glad it hasn’t been inflated by the public yet.
Bues and Wind 2024!!!
Any ideas on the total value on the table?
My favorite model, but OMG I nearly fell asleep with this voice 😂 but what an interesting insight!
It’s a good opportunity to enjoy some strong coffee. Kinda like NPR.
Bueller...Bueller
It took me a second, but nice reference.
Any idea what watch Eric is wearing in the video?
I must have one of these. On a waiting list for 8mths now...err
I feel like the 39 and the two tone will be the modern day classics
The 1016 Rolex Explorer I model was worn by well-known British Explorer-Zoologist Sir David Attenborough seen in BBC TV-series entitled Quest Under Capricorn (1963) and Zambezi (1965). 🧐
interesting tidbit
Also Gregory Peck and Robert Mitchum were Explorer 1 fans and Richard Attenborough
Interestingly I met both Ranulph Fiennes and Sir David recently together. Ranulph signed the case back of my mk2 39mm Explorer.
My mum left me a couple of diamonds rings and I’m in the process of selling them and then plan to buy a watch to remember her by. I don’t currently own a watch and have never owned an expensive one but The explorer is the one I’m drawn to.
Incredible video! As a proud owner of an Explorer I approve this video! Lol
I have a 1958 women’s version. I’d love more info on it
An omega seamaster episode would be cool theres just so many variants
Question: Was there a Rolex Explorer with a Dk Blue Dial after 2000 ?
I think there was a 14270 with Swiss made at the 6 o'clock position which you had missed out.
Is there any company who produces 1016 style dials for 36 mm Oyster Perpetuals? I don't like the square numbers of the Explorer dial.
My favourite watch ever, though I probably won't get my hands in one anytime soon... 😕🤑
Lol the final prediction of 36mm for some time, didn’t age well... we’ve gone up to 40mm in the next iteration of the explorer, after this video came out!
must watch for the explorer fan. hope to own any reference in the near future
非常喜欢的劳力士古懂表⌚，大概需要多少美元一枚❓
When was the “1” added?
Does the 124270 have white gold on the dial as well? I dont think so, but want to clarify
All modern Rolex have white gold hands and indices if that's what you're asking.
An Explorer or a 36 mm datejust is my next Rolex.
Please do this for OP’s!
Tons of money on the table 😍
Gold hands versions are VERY nice.
The caramel dial looks the best.