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CORunner · 12 August 2011, 01:11 AM

I'm new to TRF but I need some opinions already...
My dream watch has always been the SS Daytona with a white dial but the price always seemed a bit steep to me.

A couple of years ago, I was lucky enough to get an Explorer II with a white dial which I have worn everyday since. I love it!

I now have an opportunity to get my dream Daytona, but in order to do so, I have to sell the Explorer. The problem is, I'm not sure I can part with my Expy.

I know this comes down to personal preference, but what does everyone think?
Explorer II or Daytona? Is the Daytona as appropriate as a daily wearer?

Thanks!

ManUtd · 12 August 2011, 01:15 AM

Get your dream watch. It can handle everyday life.

niner niner seven · 12 August 2011, 01:26 AM

Daytona is fine as a daily driver.

kcmo · 12 August 2011, 01:28 AM

Tom, this is a tough one.

I pretty much only wear white dials and purchased an Explorer 2 a few years back. Got bored with it within 3 weeks and sold it...luckily for a profit.

Had always loved the Daytona but never imagined I'd own one due to cost. Two years ago I was offered a brand new one from an AD with a discount that was hard to refuse, and no tax. Couldn't believe I was spending so much on a watch but I went for it and BOY, do I ADORE IT!!!!

Only you can decide if you're OK with giving up the Explorer 2 that you love. Ideally you'd be able to hang on to it to, but I totally understand why you have to sell it in order to get the Daytona.

For me, the Daytona is in a league of its own...classy, sporty, and SEXY! And yes, a daily wearer indeed! So it has PCLs, so what?! Yes you'll get scratches but I am sure the pleasure you'd receive from wearing it would far outweigh the concern over 'character scratches'.

Good luck!

CORunner · 12 August 2011, 01:29 AM

Not too flashy? I've enjoyed the subtle look of the Explorer.

capote · 12 August 2011, 01:30 AM

The PCL and polished bezel on the Daytona can get pretty banged up from daily wear I guess, since the Exp2 is all brushed scratches aren't that noticable. I have a Polar that I use everyday and everywhere, but I really like the Daytona as well, but I prefer the black dial. Good luck deciding, either way you will have a stunning watch

B. Doggy · 12 August 2011, 01:31 AM

Both are great

CORunner · 12 August 2011, 01:32 AM

Karis,

Thank you! It's great to hear from someone who has been in my situation and made the jump to the Daytona. I'm feeling encouraged!

Thanks!

kcmo · 12 August 2011, 01:41 AM

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Originally Posted by CORunner

Karis,

Thank you! It's great to hear from someone who has been in my situation and made the jump to the Daytona. I'm feeling encouraged!

Thanks!

My pleasure, Tom! I'm a total sucker for white metals and white dials...and some flash! Both my Daytona and DJ have the 'bling' effect in a good way I feel which does it for me.

BUT, I don't want to say 'sure, get rid of that Explorer 2' because I know what it's like to be so in love with a watch. Would hate for you to make a mistake.

Geez, I'm not helping here am I?!

scarab007 · 12 August 2011, 01:43 AM

I went for the kill on my first watch...Daytona, white face and wear the hell out of it everyday. I think it looks great and goes with everything...jeans, suits, workout gear, wearing just boxers around my house.."yes, i went there".

If you always wanted it, go get it and you can always trade down later on in life. From my personal experiences in life, don't settle and just go get what you want.

KingJames · 12 August 2011, 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by scarab007

I went for the kill on my first watch...Daytona, white face and wear the hell out of it everyday. I think it looks great and goes with everything...jeans, suits, workout gear, wearing just boxers around my house.."yes, i went there".

If you always wanted it, go get it and you can always trade down later on in life. From my personal experiences in life, don't settle and just go get what you want.

great advice here! Agree 100%

slcbbrown · 12 August 2011, 01:43 AM

I'm a fan of both watches, but I don't own either. I bought two Exp II's (black) for sons and am hoping to buy a Daytona, tt white face. For my lifestyle, a typical Rolex is perfect-- tough, simple, stylish, dressy and sporty-- for everything I do. I don't baby a Rolex and expect it to be wearable in almost every situation. I'm not sure I feel that way about a $10,000 Daytona that has lots of parts and costs about $1,000 to service.

If you can only keep one watch, it's tough to beat your Exp II. If you want a dressier, richer looking watch that is pretty special in WIS circles, get the Daytona.

Brenngun · 12 August 2011, 02:15 AM

Both are great watches but I would never sell my first Rolex regardless of the model. It just represents too much to me. It's a constant reminder that the work ethic instilled in me by my parents was a worthy lesson to learn.

Tools · 12 August 2011, 02:19 AM

Only you can decide..

I have both and the Exp II sees way more wrist time; plus I find the white dial Daytona a bit more difficult to see in bright light..

Still, I know that that itch needs to be scratched.. you can't lose much with a Daytona..

acce1999 · 12 August 2011, 02:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CORunner

I'm new to TRF but I need some opinions already...
My dream watch has always been the SS Daytona with a white dial but the price always seemed a bit steep to me.

A couple of years ago, I was lucky enough to get an Explorer II with a white dial which I have worn everyday since. I love it!

I now have an opportunity to get my dream Daytona, but in order to do so, I have to sell the Explorer. The problem is, I'm not sure I can part with my Expy.

I know this comes down to personal preference, but what does everyone think?
Explorer II or Daytona? Is the Daytona as appropriate as a daily wearer?

Thanks!

Tom,

Welcome to TRF! If possible try to keep the Explorer. It was your first, right?

Also the 16570 goes out of production, so if you sell it and want one later you have to go second hand.

Any Rolex will be good for everyday use. So that's not a concern.

Good luck. Let us know what you decide for.

Best,

A

DolphinV8 · 12 August 2011, 02:27 AM

You can definitely wear the Daytona daily. I guess the question is do you mind babying your watches? If you do, then the EX II would be the better choice due to brushed SS finish. I have both watches, and I feel more comfortable wearing the EX II daily, too.

HACKNSACK44 · 14 August 2011, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DolphinV8

You can definitely wear the Daytona daily. I guess the question is do you mind babying your watches? If you do, then the EX II would be the better choice due to brushed SS finish. I have both watches, and I feel more comfortable wearing the EX II daily, too.

Of course you can always have the Daytona Brushed..

conrail · 12 August 2011, 02:43 AM

Oh absolutely ditch the Explorer and get the Daytona! No brainer there.

Paulie 50 · 12 August 2011, 02:54 AM

Both model's have their fans, but, long after you have stopped talking about the Explorer, you will still be eulogising about the Daytona. Good luck.

TDH · 12 August 2011, 04:11 AM

Stealth = Explorer, Flashy = Daytona FWIW can't go wrong with either one!!!

Michael M. · 16 August 2011, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by TDH

Stealth = Explorer, Flashy = Daytona FWIW can't go wrong with either one!!!

X2

Sherwooddavid · 13 August 2011, 10:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by conrail

Oh absolutely ditch the Explorer and get the Daytona! No brainer there.

Agree !

Mutlu · 12 August 2011, 04:21 AM

Why even debate it when your dream watch is the Daytona. You won't even think about your Explorer once you start wearing the Daytona.

TSW · 12 August 2011, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Mutlu

Why even debate it when your dream watch is the Daytona. You won't even think about your Explorer once you start wearing the Daytona.

X2

CORunner · 12 August 2011, 06:14 AM

Thank you everyone for all of the advice!
I'm leaning towards the Daytona but I'm staring at the Explorer on my wrist. I'm going to do some shopping this weekend in NYC, so we'll see what happens.

I'll post an update with the results, or lack thereof.

Thanks!

gwalker · 12 August 2011, 06:21 AM

I'm sorry but I've never been a fan of the Exp. II. I would ditch the Explorer in a heartbeat to get a Daytona. It sounds like you want the Daytona so go for it.

Art 1 · 12 August 2011, 06:51 AM

Go for it.

nauticajoe · 12 August 2011, 06:51 AM

If you have the opportunity to acquire your dream watch...GO FOR IT!

Good luck!

The Joker · 12 August 2011, 07:07 AM

Thats like saying would I exchange my current bird for Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Er.... let me think

SALTY · 12 August 2011, 09:34 AM

Once you get the Daytona, especially a White Face, you will ask yourself, "What Explorer?"

12 August 2011, 01:11 AM	#1
CORunner "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Tom Location: Altus, OK Watch: Explorer II, Posts: 8	Explorer II vs. SS Daytona I'm new to TRF but I need some opinions already... My dream watch has always been the SS Daytona with a white dial but the price always seemed a bit steep to me. A couple of years ago, I was lucky enough to get an Explorer II with a white dial which I have worn everyday since. I love it! I now have an opportunity to get my dream Daytona, but in order to do so, I have to sell the Explorer. The problem is, I'm not sure I can part with my Expy. I know this comes down to personal preference, but what does everyone think? Explorer II or Daytona? Is the Daytona as appropriate as a daily wearer? Thanks!

12 August 2011, 01:15 AM	#2
ManUtd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 1,613	Get your dream watch. It can handle everyday life. __________________ 116520 116610LN 126334 126600 PAM986

12 August 2011, 01:26 AM	#3
niner niner seven "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Matthew Location: Rolex&911Nation Watch: GV Posts: 547	Daytona is fine as a daily driver. __________________ 16710 116400GV 116710LN 116500LN 116610LV

12 August 2011, 01:31 AM	#7
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Both are great __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

12 August 2011, 02:19 AM	#14
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Only you can decide.. I have both and the Exp II sees way more wrist time; plus I find the white dial Daytona a bit more difficult to see in bright light.. Still, I know that that itch needs to be scratched.. you can't lose much with a Daytona.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

12 August 2011, 01:28 AM	#4
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Tom, this is a tough one. I pretty much only wear white dials and purchased an Explorer 2 a few years back. Got bored with it within 3 weeks and sold it...luckily for a profit. Had always loved the Daytona but never imagined I'd own one due to cost. Two years ago I was offered a brand new one from an AD with a discount that was hard to refuse, and no tax. Couldn't believe I was spending so much on a watch but I went for it and BOY, do I ADORE IT!!!! Only you can decide if you're OK with giving up the Explorer 2 that you love. Ideally you'd be able to hang on to it to, but I totally understand why you have to sell it in order to get the Daytona. For me, the Daytona is in a league of its own...classy, sporty, and SEXY! And yes, a daily wearer indeed! So it has PCLs, so what?! Yes you'll get scratches but I am sure the pleasure you'd receive from wearing it would far outweigh the concern over 'character scratches'. Good luck!

12 August 2011, 01:29 AM	#5
CORunner "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Tom Location: Altus, OK Watch: Explorer II, Posts: 8	Not too flashy? I've enjoyed the subtle look of the Explorer.

12 August 2011, 01:30 AM	#6
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	The PCL and polished bezel on the Daytona can get pretty banged up from daily wear I guess, since the Exp2 is all brushed scratches aren't that noticable. I have a Polar that I use everyday and everywhere, but I really like the Daytona as well, but I prefer the black dial. Good luck deciding, either way you will have a stunning watch

12 August 2011, 01:32 AM	#8
CORunner "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Tom Location: Altus, OK Watch: Explorer II, Posts: 8	Karis, Thank you! It's great to hear from someone who has been in my situation and made the jump to the Daytona. I'm feeling encouraged! Thanks!

12 August 2011, 01:43 AM	#10
scarab007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: San Fran Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 385	I went for the kill on my first watch...Daytona, white face and wear the hell out of it everyday. I think it looks great and goes with everything...jeans, suits, workout gear, wearing just boxers around my house.."yes, i went there". If you always wanted it, go get it and you can always trade down later on in life. From my personal experiences in life, don't settle and just go get what you want.

12 August 2011, 01:43 AM	#12
slcbbrown "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: steve Location: dallas area Watch: 50's TT t-bird Posts: 3,689	I'm a fan of both watches, but I don't own either. I bought two Exp II's (black) for sons and am hoping to buy a Daytona, tt white face. For my lifestyle, a typical Rolex is perfect-- tough, simple, stylish, dressy and sporty-- for everything I do. I don't baby a Rolex and expect it to be wearable in almost every situation. I'm not sure I feel that way about a $10,000 Daytona that has lots of parts and costs about $1,000 to service. If you can only keep one watch, it's tough to beat your Exp II. If you want a dressier, richer looking watch that is pretty special in WIS circles, get the Daytona.

12 August 2011, 02:15 AM	#13
Brenngun 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: Smokin' Heaven Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 3,866	Both are great watches but I would never sell my first Rolex regardless of the model. It just represents too much to me. It's a constant reminder that the work ethic instilled in me by my parents was a worthy lesson to learn.

12 August 2011, 02:27 AM	#16
DolphinV8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Earth Watch: 16610LV Posts: 949	You can definitely wear the Daytona daily. I guess the question is do you mind babying your watches? If you do, then the EX II would be the better choice due to brushed SS finish. I have both watches, and I feel more comfortable wearing the EX II daily, too.

12 August 2011, 02:43 AM	#18
conrail "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Boston Posts: 3,177	Oh absolutely ditch the Explorer and get the Daytona! No brainer there. __________________ "Oh, you give a f****' aspirin a headache, pal!"

12 August 2011, 02:54 AM	#19
Paulie 50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Lancs. England Posts: 1,000	Both model's have their fans, but, long after you have stopped talking about the Explorer, you will still be eulogising about the Daytona. Good luck.

12 August 2011, 04:11 AM	#20
TDH "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Jay Location: Here n there Watch: Sub Posts: 1,641	Stealth = Explorer, Flashy = Daytona FWIW can't go wrong with either one!!!

12 August 2011, 04:21 AM	#23
Mutlu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Los Angeles Watch: DSSD Posts: 107	Why even debate it when your dream watch is the Daytona. You won't even think about your Explorer once you start wearing the Daytona.

12 August 2011, 06:14 AM	#25
CORunner "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Tom Location: Altus, OK Watch: Explorer II, Posts: 8	Thank you everyone for all of the advice! I'm leaning towards the Daytona but I'm staring at the Explorer on my wrist. I'm going to do some shopping this weekend in NYC, so we'll see what happens. I'll post an update with the results, or lack thereof. Thanks!

12 August 2011, 06:21 AM	#26
gwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Gunter Location: AL/NJ Watch: DSSD; 116610LN Posts: 5,509	I'm sorry but I've never been a fan of the Exp. II. I would ditch the Explorer in a heartbeat to get a Daytona. It sounds like you want the Daytona so go for it.

12 August 2011, 06:51 AM	#27
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Go for it.

12 August 2011, 06:51 AM	#28
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	If you have the opportunity to acquire your dream watch...GO FOR IT! Good luck!

12 August 2011, 07:07 AM	#29
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	Thats like saying would I exchange my current bird for Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Er.... let me think

12 August 2011, 09:34 AM	#30
SALTY "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: USA Watch: Your Six Posts: 1,500	Once you get the Daytona, especially a White Face, you will ask yourself, "What Explorer?"

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