HKWF Future Explorer predictions – the Explorer III

This year, Rolex has updated the Explorer I 214270 with longer hands and lume on the numerals of 3,6 and 9.

 

The revival of Air king with Yellow words under the Rolex Crown.

 

The Explorer II 216570 has been around for a few years. Could there be updates later? Here are some of our predictions.

 

 

 

1.      Ceramic bezel

Rolex has just added the ceramic bezel on the Daytona making it a 116500ln. Even the Yacht Master has a ceramic bezel in the rose gold model, could the Explorer II be the next model to receive the ceramic upgrade? A grey ceramic bezel will look really cool. Also, the numerals on the ceramic bezel could be presented in sharp colors, adding some chic to the very down-to-earth watch.

 

 

 

 

2.      New movement

As seen on the Datejust 41 this year and the Day-Date 40 last year, Rolex has begun to replace old movements with newer ones. Although the difference may not be felt by everyone, an upgrade of the movement can mean adding a Faraday cage for resisting magnetic field or better power reserve, making the Explorer II a more all-round watch.

 

 



 

3.      Downsizing

The current 42mm diameter Explorer II may be reduced to 41 or 40mm in the future. This can be true as the Rolex DD41 has been discontinued being replaced by the DD40. Rolex released the 42mm Explorer II to fit the trend of big watches. Now, as huge watches like Deep Sea prove to be low in sales, Rolex may in the future update the Explorer II in 40 or 41mm.

 

 



4.      Dial aesthetics

The current orange hand of the Explorer II echoes with that of the Rolex 1655. In the future, the hour and minute hands can be made more proportionally while the GMT hand can be made in green, the Rolex color. Yellow would be a nice choice as well.

 

 

I would say no one will not resist the temptation of a new Explorer Ver. 3 or Ver.3.5 to have the following new feature.

 

a. 40mm case

b. yellow minute hand

c. new movement

d. ceramic bezel

e. Black dial

 

Rolex can set a new price like Ref 116710BLBR as high as

HK$68,000  I believe I will buy first.

 

HK Snob

 



Watches for summer – HKWF’s recommendations

It is summertime again. In August, you can expect the weather to be very hot every day. You can expect sunshine, sweat and rain. You can also expect high humidity. So, when choosing your watches for summer, you should focus on colors, durability and lightness. Here is our guide to summer watches.

                                                      

1.      Rolex Yacht master II

 

 

The Rolex Yacht Master II has not been a very popular watch because of its seemingly obsolete functions and the price. It is the most expensive stainless steel Rolex model.

 

 

 

 

However, when thinking of summer, you think of watersports. The Yacht Master II is perfect for yachting as well as other watersports. The color ways of the watch is also perfect for summer – a white dial with a blue ceramic bezel. With polished center links of the bracelet, the watch is absolutely one of the catchiest watches for beach goers.

 

2.      Rolex Day-Date gem stone dials

 

 

 

 

 

A Rolex Day-Date in yellow gold is always a good summer

watch especially when it is paired with gem stone dials. One

of the best that we would recommend is the Day-Date with

an orange coral dial. Green bloodstone and Lapis Lazuli dials

are also very sharp-looking for summer. These are the

choice of some of the people who likes rare Rolex Gem

stone dial. *1.

 

 

 

The best thing about these dials is that each of them is unique and no two of them are the same. They have their own unique patterns and it makes your watch very exclusive to yourself.

 

 

 

The new Day-Date 40 green dial version is also on top of our list. However, if you want something more special, do hunt for these Day-Dates with gem stone dials.

3.      Audemars Piguet Diver Chronograph

 

 

 

Speaking of colors and durability, you can expect nothing less from the 2016 AP Diver Chronograph. Coming in yellow, orange, blue and green, they are some of the best summer watches you can get.

 

 

 

Worn on a thick rubber strap, these Diver Chronographs are best for watersports. As colorful as they are, the 42mm watch features ceramic chronograph pushers and crown. The movement can be seen through a display case back. The well-decorated solid gold rotor can be viewed. Whether you dive with this watch or not, the AP Diver Chronograph makes one of the best summer watches.

 

 

4.  Audemars Piguet Ceramic Diver and Forged Carbon Diver

 

 

 

 

 

Think that the Diver Chronograph is not light enough? You can always go for the AP Ceramic Diver or the Diver Forged Carbon. They have simpler functions and on the ceramic diver, a stunning movement that can be viewed through the case back. You will not easily scratch your watch when doing any kinds of sports as well. The Forged Carbon Diver gives you more layers of texture with its case made of forged carbon and its bezel ceramic.

 

5.   G-Shocks (Frogman, Rangeman…or doorman?)

Any G-shocks can be very good summer watches as they are extremely durable, light and colorful. One of the watches that can impress is this Rangeman released in June.

The yellow version is also very sharp for summer. G-shocks are of low cost and very good for summer when you wear a t-shirt and shorts. You can basically feel easy when doing anything with them without worrying about scratching your watch. It is an important thing in summer especially when you sweat.
 

HK$7,400

For those who has more budget and does not want to see the same watch in the gathering, or at beaches... Try to find these Frogman G-shock.

HK Snob

*1, we can find the Special Dial Rolex for you, we also can accept deposit and order through Rolex SA Switzerland for some rare species dial, if cannot get the watches within 2 months, full refund you!

As for Frogman, I know some of the dealer sells it, we can look for you, currently I find a purple one price at HK$7,400!
some of them has gone up to HK$20,000.

IWC Da VInci Pepertual Calendar in 18 KT White Gold

If  you have a Perpetual Calendar watch, you don't have no more excuse not to miss the appointment of any of your customers unless you don't wear it.

IWC unique watch developed in the 80s that can run with auto change of year up Year 2399...  Da Vinci.

This is a sturdy design that has been running for decade with good reliability. The Current Production watch movement has no much design touch up as this Da Vinci at all.

It is 39mm, massive white gold case that is so much gold that could cash for HK$28,000!

Well, this watch is now on call for someone who can put up HK$6X,000 only

HK Snob

PS, Watch was sold 12 Aug 2016

Rare Rolex Dial on Day Date and Date Just available in Hong Kong

HK$88,000

HK$301,900

HK$280,700

HK$301,900

HK$453,700

HK$226,100

Various Rare Rolex Still could be found in Hong Kong Today.
The Top one is Pre-owned Rolex Date Just with Coral Dial.
The rest are all BNIB Full Set 5 years Day Date 36mm at Rolex AD.
Dial Like Ferrite, Bulls eye stone, Lapis Azuli, Birch...
These are on Sale.



HK Snob

Rolex Day Date Ref 118238 Birch dial

Birch Dial Rolex was made in Flag shop model like Date Date and Solid gold Lady Date Just in the 80s.

It has been hardly found one nowadays, if you don't like those plain dial made by printing on screen or you have most of the colour of the Day Date, this is the one you should consider.

We can get it at HK AD, with 5 years warranty with full set with just HK$226,100 cash.

 e are quite sure this is the only one available in HK, the actual Watch looks more brilliant in real watch than this picture.

HK Snob

Collectible Omega Constellation Electronics F300 HZ Watch With Date

Omega Constellation Electronics Tuning Fork Watch with date.

Movement Cal.1250 made by Ebauches S.A. (ESA)

The Iconic Tuning fork watch as you may find on those Longines (Ultronic), Movado, Zenith IWC, Certina (Certionic) and of course Bulova Accutron who patented the design.

You could possible hear the clear "Hissing" sound close to the watch... that is the vibration of the Tuning fork driven by two coils as shown on the Picture.

It takes time with high accuracy, Style of the 70's fat boy case with the eye catching Omega Red tuning fork Logo at 12 O'clock position.

HK$5,300

HK Snob

PS Sold

Patina Dial Rolex Solid 18KT Yellow Gold Date Just

 

This is Collector's item, a Rolex Date Just with 18KT yellow solid gold.
The talking point is the Patina dial that grew naturally on the dial.
It comes with Warranty paper. Cleaned and keeps excellent time.

HK$42000

HK Snob

PS Watch Sold

Rolex Date Just Ref 16018 Black Dial on Sale

Rolex Date Just Ref.16018 36mm 18KT Yellow gold
Warranty paper, and Rolex Service paper to change new Black Dial and hands.

Asking HK$45,500

HK Snob

Rolex Supper Rare Dial Brand New Customs for you on Day Date Ref 118238

BNIB 5 year Warranty HK Rolex AD watches.

Look at these beautiful Watches made by Rolex, they are new Rolex Shipped to HK for people like I asked for.

These are rare dial that was once the Auction hot items.

Rolex will listen to us and make a again in a super small number.  One in 10,000 Day Date may be...

These are two on the left birch dial and the one on right is Coral that we can now buy at Rolex AD in Hong Kong.

Price is Mouth Watering if I tell you, I even Can hand carry to you by hand in Philippines... Manila, Makati or Alabang.

If you want to know Price and availability , Whatsapp me, if you feel that it is time to buy one of these watches and keep it for an investment. it is time.

HK Snob

PS The DD Coral was sold in this morning by a DD Collector!

Consider the Birch DD too as it colour is really pleasant when you look at it. It is more wearable for everyday and of course not as Sharp as the Coral but it is a way to tell you are having superb taste wearing this rare species on your wrist.

We will try to order again from Rolex for more colourful stones for HKWF readers.

Keep you updating.

Rolex Ref 16238 Date Just Onyx dial on Sale

 

 

Rolex Date Just Solid 18KT gold Ref 16238

 

(16238 is a preferred version than 16018)

 

Movement 3135

 

Gold crown insert

 

Onyx dial with two diamond at 6 and 9 position.

 

Brand new hand stitched croco strap and substitute buckle.

 

Best Show case as "less is more!" as a Rolex.

 

An Everyday wearing Rolex with Gold case on leather strap,

no need to wait for another 10 years as OLD enough to wear Rolex in Gold... now is the time!

 

HK $75,000 cash.

 

In three years value is estimated to appreciated to HK$78,000

 

HK Snob

Vintage Jaeger LeCoultre

 

 

This is a small and classic JLC watch, probably made in the early 40s.
I love it because it is classic, a big piece of curve crystal on top of the body.
Roman III, XI and XII adds on some more classic art deco ingredient on the dial.
The Small Second hand on a Square at 6' o'clock is the best element I like.
Solid 14 KT gold with Watch case made in USA.
17 jewel Manual Wind Movement.
A 70 years classic. A watch that I cannot lose it because I gave this watch to my brother some twenty years ago.
I will send this watch to Classic Watch Repair to overhaul and I will use it.

HK Snob

JLC special offer

JLC BNIB in AD HK List price $99,000
Now special offer HK$72,000 Cash, Only One piece.
HK Snob