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Daniel23456 · 24 July 2023, 03:43 AM

Hey folks,

Just really excited about my new Polar and I am really surprised by a few things:

- It wears incredibly well on my 6.9 inch wrist

- It wears really flat, the case back is way less deep than my Submariner. I much prefer the Polar, it wears best out of all of my watches.

- The white dial has practically no reflections. It has been a while since I had a white dial but oh boy is that nice to have such a clear view I basically don't want to go back to my black dials.

All in all, it wears so great and is incredibly handsome IMO.

Kenny G · 24 July 2023, 03:55 AM

Congrats on a great pick up

The Ex2 wears incredibly well for its size for the reasons you mentioned…as long as your wrist is over 6.5’’ the Ex2 will wear surprisingly well due to how it hugs the wrist.

MichelleP · 24 July 2023, 04:05 AM

Congratulations. I love the Polar. Too big for my smaller wrist

SudiYunus · 24 July 2023, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by michellep

congratulations. I love the polar. Too big for my smaller wrist

+1

Roddypeepa · 24 July 2023, 04:19 AM

It’s stunning. Have been fobbed off for years now from AD though.

Jokers.

Enjoy yours.

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Rolex1982 · 24 July 2023, 05:03 AM

Congratulations, it is a beauty! Enjoy it and wear it in good health.

RUSH2689 · 24 July 2023, 05:06 AM

Big polar fan!

2loaded · 24 July 2023, 05:17 AM

Bipolar here..

winst · 24 July 2023, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by 2loaded

Bipolar here..

Sorry to hear that, great that you acknowledge it which is half the battle. Please seek professional help.

Guppydriver · 24 July 2023, 05:23 AM

Great observations.

I love white dials, but I've moved on from a few because I couldn't read the time instantly as the hands would blend.

The Exp II's white dial makes the time even easier to read, particularly the Mercedes hour hand!

I've already expressed interest for two other references at my AD, but it seems even the Polar is down to less than 2K premium compared to retail plus tax. I may be calling Patrick at OCwatchguy soon!

Thanks for sharing!

DJFanUK · 24 July 2023, 07:31 AM

My favourite watch..... By done margin

Congratulations and enjoy

Mr Ben · 24 July 2023, 07:36 AM

Agree with those observations. I can only guess a lot of people who say it’s too large haven’t actually tried it because it feels much smaller on the wrist than the numbers would suggest.

It’s ruined thicker watches for me!

lowmandfl · 24 July 2023, 07:37 AM

Best Explorer variation in my opinion. Love how that white with orange pops.

Otto · 24 July 2023, 08:08 AM

Congratulations!

enjoythemusic · 24 July 2023, 08:18 AM

Congrats!

Just wait until the lume this evening :)

Smurf_75 · 24 July 2023, 06:08 PM

Congrats mate, i concur with everything you've noted in your post.... plus the legibility is about as good as it gets.

lamkinpark · 24 July 2023, 06:11 PM

Look great on your wrist, congratulation!

PenDelicate · 24 July 2023, 06:25 PM

A classic! Could spot one across a room ...

foreignexport · 24 July 2023, 07:55 PM

Im on the list- and I want one
Congratulations - great looking watch

brandrea · 24 July 2023, 07:59 PM

Congratulations again

I’ve been railing on about how I want to trim my collection down … now you’ve got me thinking

Can anyone here comment on real world experience between the previous gen 216 and the new 226 in terms of how they wear? I know the specs (wider bracelet, clasp).

Thanks

Daniel23456 · 24 July 2023, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Congratulations again

I’ve been railing on about how I want to trim my collection down … now you’ve got me thinking

Can anyone here comment on real world experience between the previous gen 216 and the new 226 in terms of how they wear? I know the specs (wider bracelet, clasp).

Thanks

I tried the 216570 in the past, I like the new one much more, the lugs are much slimmer and the matte finish on the hands suits the utilitarian vibes of this watch IMO

brandrea · 24 July 2023, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Daniel23456

I tried the 216570 in the past, I like the new one much more, the lugs are much slimmer and the matte finish on the hands suits the utilitarian vibes of this watch IMO

Thanks for your feedback Daniel

I honestly can't say I see huge difference in the lug profile. Yes its there but not as drastic looking as the Submariner IMHO.

The matte text is interesting, and I hadn't noticed that!

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Daniel23456 · 24 July 2023, 11:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Thanks for your feedback Daniel

I honestly can't say I see huge difference in the lug profile. Yes its there but not as drastic looking as the Submariner IMHO.

The matte text is interesting, and I hadn't noticed that!

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You’re most welcome!

It just feels more substantial and chunky (the older 216570) but definitely has its charm. It feels even bigger than the new version IMO. I was so pleasantly surprised with the wearability of the newer one compared to the last time I tried the II

brandrea · 24 July 2023, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Daniel23456

You’re most welcome!

It just feels more substantial and chunky (the older 216570) but definitely has its charm. It feels even bigger than the new version IMO. I was so pleasantly surprised with the wearability of the newer one compared to the last time I tried the II

Great feedback!

What do you think of the clasp difference between the two?

Again, all I have to go on is the clasp of my Submariner 124060 vs. 114060

Thanks

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Brian Page · 25 July 2023, 12:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Thanks for your feedback Daniel

I honestly can't say I see huge difference in the lug profile. Yes its there but not as drastic looking as the Submariner IMHO.

The matte text is interesting, and I hadn't noticed that!

Sent from my SM-G960W using Tapatalk

I have the old movement polar 6 digit and I wouldn't trade it for anything, it's the most comfortable watch for me in my collection. It really lays flat on my wrist. Haven't tried the new one but I'm sure the experience is very similar. Glad to hear your considering one. One of the only watches I bought twice.

brandrea · 25 July 2023, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian Page

I have the old movement polar 6 digit and I wouldn't trade it for anything, it's the most comfortable watch for me in my collection. It really lays flat on my wrist. Haven't tried the new one but I'm sure the experience is very similar. Glad to hear your considering one. One of the only watches I bought twice.

High praise coming from you Brian

Yes, I think I need to get over to my AD and see if I can try one one.

Your wearing experience is exactly what I’m looking for, and there’s just something about this reference that’s always intrigued me

Hems · 24 July 2023, 08:14 PM

Congratulations! looks amazing.

Harry-57 · 24 July 2023, 09:15 PM

Congratulations, it's a great watch.

I couldn't have put it better.

1William · 24 July 2023, 09:48 PM

Congratulations.

DM101 · 24 July 2023, 10:37 PM

Congrats !

No stark difference with the former Polar though - on the wrist no one can tell apart. The look of it I think I'm skipping this new Polar.

24 July 2023, 03:43 AM	#1
Daniel23456 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Watch Land Posts: 683	A few conclusions Polar Hey folks, Just really excited about my new Polar and I am really surprised by a few things: - It wears incredibly well on my 6.9 inch wrist - It wears really flat, the case back is way less deep than my Submariner. I much prefer the Polar, it wears best out of all of my watches. - The white dial has practically no reflections. It has been a while since I had a white dial but oh boy is that nice to have such a clear view I basically don't want to go back to my black dials. All in all, it wears so great and is incredibly handsome IMO. Attached Images

24 July 2023, 07:31 AM	#11
DJFanUK "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: UK Watch: Several Posts: 375	My favourite watch..... By done margin Congratulations and enjoy __________________ 126333, 126900, 226570 Polar, 126710BLNR, BB58 BLK, Helm Vanuatu.

24 July 2023, 08:18 AM	#15
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24 July 2023, 03:55 AM	#2
Kenny G "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Canada Posts: 1,106	Congrats on a great pick up The Ex2 wears incredibly well for its size for the reasons you mentioned…as long as your wrist is over 6.5’’ the Ex2 will wear surprisingly well due to how it hugs the wrist.

24 July 2023, 04:05 AM	#3
MichelleP "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Bay Area Watch: DD 40RG Olive dial Posts: 4,640	Congratulations. I love the Polar. Too big for my smaller wrist

24 July 2023, 04:19 AM	#5
Roddypeepa "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Real Name: Mark Location: Southern England Watch: DJ41 SubC SMP mast Posts: 1,689	It’s stunning. Have been fobbed off for years now from AD though. Jokers. Enjoy yours. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 July 2023, 05:03 AM	#6
Rolex1982 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Ron the Stoic Location: Netherlands Watch: GMT Meteorite Posts: 1,358	Congratulations, it is a beauty! Enjoy it and wear it in good health.

24 July 2023, 05:06 AM	#7
RUSH2689 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: USA Watch: Recon Posts: 253	Big polar fan!

24 July 2023, 05:17 AM	#8
2loaded "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: USA Watch: es watches Posts: 2,107	Bipolar here..

24 July 2023, 05:23 AM	#10
Guppydriver 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: A-Aron Location: Utah Watch: 126710BLNR 226570 Posts: 2,226	Great observations. I love white dials, but I've moved on from a few because I couldn't read the time instantly as the hands would blend. The Exp II's white dial makes the time even easier to read, particularly the Mercedes hour hand! I've already expressed interest for two other references at my AD, but it seems even the Polar is down to less than 2K premium compared to retail plus tax. I may be calling Patrick at OCwatchguy soon! Thanks for sharing!

24 July 2023, 07:36 AM	#12
Mr Ben "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: UK Watch: 226570 Posts: 981	Agree with those observations. I can only guess a lot of people who say it’s too large haven’t actually tried it because it feels much smaller on the wrist than the numbers would suggest. It’s ruined thicker watches for me!

24 July 2023, 07:37 AM	#13
lowmandfl "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 547	Best Explorer variation in my opinion. Love how that white with orange pops.

24 July 2023, 08:08 AM	#14
Otto 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Japan Watch: Daytona and others Posts: 3,023	Congratulations!

24 July 2023, 06:08 PM	#16
Smurf_75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: UK Posts: 230	Congrats mate, i concur with everything you've noted in your post.... plus the legibility is about as good as it gets.

24 July 2023, 06:11 PM	#17
lamkinpark "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Malaysia Watch: 116515LN \| 124300 Posts: 289	Look great on your wrist, congratulation!

24 July 2023, 06:25 PM	#18
PenDelicate "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: Stockholm Watch: Just a Daytona Posts: 1,385	A classic! Could spot one across a room ...

24 July 2023, 07:55 PM	#19
foreignexport "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Sydney Posts: 65	Im on the list- and I want one Congratulations - great looking watch

24 July 2023, 07:59 PM	#20
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,091	Congratulations again I’ve been railing on about how I want to trim my collection down … now you’ve got me thinking Can anyone here comment on real world experience between the previous gen 216 and the new 226 in terms of how they wear? I know the specs (wider bracelet, clasp). Thanks

24 July 2023, 08:14 PM	#27
Hems "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: The States Watch: Rolex 126710 Posts: 113	Congratulations! looks amazing.

24 July 2023, 09:15 PM	#28
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,670	Congratulations, it's a great watch. I couldn't have put it better.

24 July 2023, 09:48 PM	#29
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	Congratulations.

24 July 2023, 10:37 PM	#30
DM101 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Singapore Posts: 901	Congrats ! No stark difference with the former Polar though - on the wrist no one can tell apart. The look of it I think I'm skipping this new Polar.

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