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Old 25 December 2014, 01:19 PM   #1
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Is the current exploror II really that much bigger then the only one.

The new explorer II is listed as a 42mm. Which is 2mm bigger than the sub. Is it really that much bigger than the old one? Anyone has a comparison.
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Old 25 December 2014, 01:22 PM   #2
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2mm doesn't seem like much, but it really is a big difference IMHO. I don't feel like I can comfortably wear the 216570, so I bought a used 16570.
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Old 25 December 2014, 01:26 PM   #3
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Yes the difference is really noticeable, from the hands to the dial to the case.
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Old 25 December 2014, 01:31 PM   #4
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Oh yeah you can really notice the difference especially in the hands.
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Old 25 December 2014, 01:34 PM   #5
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It's big... but appropriate for the design and style.
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Old 25 December 2014, 01:42 PM   #6
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It's a big 42mm. I'm not sure why, but it wears larger than my other 42mm watches. I finally had to admit to myself that it was too large for my girlie little wrist. But like Laszlo said, it's appropriately done.
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Old 25 December 2014, 01:55 PM   #7
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It also wears very different than the previous model. The heft is noticeable.
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Old 25 December 2014, 01:57 PM   #8
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:Ditto on the above. When it first came out, I dropped by an AD with my 16570 polar to compare, thinking maybe I'd make the change. The difference in feel on the wrist was much more pronounced than 2mm would suggest. Still have my 16570
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Old 25 December 2014, 02:18 PM   #9
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A millimeter sounds so small, I guess maybe because in the States the metric system is still a touch and go affair.

The fact is that, for me, at least, two millimeters is the difference in a watch I will wear and a watch that I wouldn't take if it was given to me.
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Old 25 December 2014, 02:30 PM   #10
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As an ex-owner, I can say the 216570 wears very large for a 42mm watch. Much larger than it's predecessor and larger than a SubC for sure.
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Old 25 December 2014, 02:31 PM   #11
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I flipped a 16570 for the 216570. It is indeed noticeably bigger and certainly wears bigger, ultimately too big IMO for my 6.5" wrist. A year later I flipped it for a GMTII. 40mm seems to be the magic number for me.
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Old 25 December 2014, 02:40 PM   #12
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Quite contend with my 16570 for my 6.5 inch wrist. My 114060 almost feels too large; I certainly don't need larger.

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Old 25 December 2014, 02:43 PM   #13
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The new explorer II is listed as a 42mm. Which is 2mm bigger than the sub. Is it really that much bigger than the old one? Anyone has a comparison.
in pictures, maybe.

in the flesh, it REALLY is a stark difference.

the 42mm may suit those with bigger wrists (above 7").
the 40mm would suit those smaller.
that said, some would prefer one over the other (this is called preference/style).

the dials, hands are maxi. so yes, it really pops!

I tried one on and immediately said no. I prefer the older case and size.

I don't have pics for you (could try google).

I do have some links of high resolution vids....

40mm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9X_3tvJ2uY
42mm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=329uCcVzGv8


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Old 25 December 2014, 08:06 PM   #14
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I have to admit that the 42mm Polar Explorer 2 is a gorgeous looking watch but it is a bit large compared to the older style model.

The only thing that worries me about the 42mm version is that fashions come and go and it could be possible that in say 10 years time, a 42mm watch will look positively out of date.

I would play safe and stay with the 40mm version because it has stood the test of time.

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Old 25 December 2014, 08:26 PM   #15
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As for me who basically wears a PAM for the longest time. I feel it wears real well and comfortably.


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Old 25 December 2014, 10:20 PM   #16
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I wish Rolex would do a 40mm version of the new model but keep the proportions under control avoiding fat lugs etc. it would be easy to do and would be a massive hit for them based on the amount of threads I see about the 42mm being too large. They could even keep both sizes in production.
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Old 25 December 2014, 10:41 PM   #17
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I disagree that it is a 'big' 42mm - to me it is simply a 42mm sporty watch. A standard sport watch size for many years now. I owned the old model which always felt a bit too small to me. In fact it is < 40mm.
The 216570 sits pretty flat on the wrist (compared to a Sub), but as ever the only way to check is to try it for yourself.
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Old 25 December 2014, 11:48 PM   #18
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Had the 216570 polar, too large for my wrist and wore larger I felt. Then went for 16570 and it was the most comfortable rolex I've owned. Problem is, I just don't like the clasp compared to my modern pieces. So I'm left w/o and explorer 2. Although I love the look.
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