So, I’ve been eyeing the Rolex Explorer 124270 for a while now. It’s just such a classic, clean design. I finally decided to pull the trigger and get one, and man, I’m glad I did. Here’s how it all went down.
The Hunt Begins
First, I started by doing some serious online window shopping. I hit up all the usual watch forums and dealer websites, just trying to get a feel for the market. I wanted to see what the going price was and if there were any good deals to be had. I even checked out some videos online to see it on different wrists.
Making the Decision
After a few weeks of this, I narrowed it down to a couple of sellers. One was a well-known authorized dealer, and the other was a reputable grey market dealer. The AD had the watch in stock, but it was, of course, full retail price. The grey market guy had a slightly better price, but I was a little nervous about going that route. But, it was tempting!
Taking the Plunge
I ended up going with the authorized dealer. I just felt better knowing I was getting the full warranty and the peace of mind that comes with it. I called them up, made sure they had the 124270 in stock, and then drove down to their store.
The Moment of Truth
When I got there, the salesperson brought out the watch. Seeing it in person was even better than in the pictures. The 36mm size was perfect for my wrist. It just felt right. I tried it on, walked around the store a bit, and knew I had to have it. I took one last look at myself in the small mirror.
Sealing the Deal
So, I whipped out my credit card, signed the paperwork, and walked out of the store with my new Explorer. It was a pretty awesome feeling. The feeling, it’s hard to explain, you really can’t get it anywhere else.
Living with the Explorer
I’ve been wearing the 124270 every day since I got it. It’s just such a versatile watch. I can wear it with jeans and a t-shirt, or I can dress it up with a suit. It just works. And the lume is incredible – I can actually read the time in the dark! How cool!
It’s been keeping great time, too. I haven’t had to adjust it at all. Overall, I’m super happy with my purchase. The Explorer 124270 is everything I hoped it would be. I mean, there are fancier watches, but this one, it just, it has the feel.
