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PeterT · 27 October 2011, 05:02 AM

Hi,
Last Thursday, I had the call from my AD to say that my new black 42mm ExpII had arrived. Due to difficult family circumstances, I will not be able to go for a viewing until this Friday.
All of my other Rolex are Sports models with the black or coloured rotating bezel. I have nothing else with the silver bezel.
So in comparison to the old Exp II (which never really inspired me) and my collection of divers and flighers will I be over or under whelmed when I see the new watch.

I also ordered the Sub ND and that is waiting for me too. I have tried to buy this watch a few times but have always shied away from the flimsy bracelet. However, I really like the face.

So will I buy both but if it is only one watch, which do you think it will be?

Peter

Gerardus · 27 October 2011, 05:05 AM

The old EXII really inspired me and was a long time my number one Rolex.
The new EXII-tank I only like in black.

bayerische · 27 October 2011, 05:10 AM

I think you're going to be thrilled when you see it!!!

I know I was!

MikeJaye · 27 October 2011, 05:16 AM

I reckon you'll like the new Exp42 too...what is there not to like? I picked mine (black dial) up last week and it's hardly left my wrist since. Feels real comfy on the wrist and just looks very rugged! Orange hand looks great against the matt black dial and the floating hour and minute hands just look cool.

I was neve a fan of the old EXP II but the new model is quite an improvement.

spuds · 27 October 2011, 06:26 AM

To the OP I can only say that it's all just a matter of personal taste (my 216570's my favourite Rolex) but ......

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeJaye

I reckon you'll like the new Exp42 too...what is there not to like? I picked mine (black dial) up last week and it's hardly left my wrist since. Feels real comfy on the wrist and just looks very rugged! Orange hand looks great against the matt black dial and the floating hour and minute hands just look cool.

I was neve a fan of the old EXP II but the new model is quite an improvement.

Bloomin'eck Michael you kept that quiet didn't you?!?

Congratulations mate.....

FremStar · 27 October 2011, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spuds

Bloomin'eck Michael you kept that quiet didn't you?!?

Congratulations mate.....

Dan, Mike Jaye quietly has one of the best Rolex collections around! I recall seeking his advice when I was looking to acquire my 116718. He is super sharp and has a high IQ in quality timepieces!

tekno · 27 October 2011, 09:57 AM

Fremstar,
Do you wear Supreme? Ever heard of Acapulco gold?

Dr. Robert · 27 October 2011, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by tekno

Fremstar,
Do you wear Supreme? Ever heard of Acapulco gold?

not familiar with "Supreme"???? But I am familiar w/ "Acapulco Gold"......also "Panama Red"......"And The Fine Colombian"

STEELINOX · 27 October 2011, 05:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeterT

Hi,
Last Thursday, I had the call from my AD to say that my new black 42mm ExpII had arrived. Due to difficult family circumstances, I will not be able to go for a viewing until this Friday.
All of my other Rolex are Sports models with the black or coloured rotating bezel. I have nothing else with the silver bezel.
So in comparison to the old Exp II (which never really inspired me) and my collection of divers and flighers will I be over or under whelmed when I see the new watch.

I also ordered the Sub ND and that is waiting for me too. I have tried to buy this watch a few times but have always shied away from the flimsy bracelet. However, I really like the face.

So will I buy both but if it is only one watch, which do you think it will be?

Peter

I think you will buy the SUBy and will find the E42 a dissappointment b/c the bezel is not black...

Art 1 · 27 October 2011, 05:39 AM

I would have no way of knowing.

azguy · 27 October 2011, 05:41 AM

I really don't like the hands on the new EXP II

FremStar · 27 October 2011, 05:59 AM

You will be - ELATED!!!!!

MortgageGuy · 27 October 2011, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FremStar

You will be - ELATED!!!!!

Agreed, I know that I was

Keeperoftime · 27 October 2011, 06:25 AM

I think Explorer II (216570) will be amazing!

esm · 27 October 2011, 06:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeterT

So will I buy both but if it is only one watch, which do you think it will be?

Peter

Peter, no one will know except yourself. Head ino your AD and see if both smiles at you.
I recommend to try the white dial 216570 also. You may be surprised.

spuds · 27 October 2011, 06:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

....I recommend to try the white dial 216570 also. You may be surprised.

Nnnnnnnnaaahhhhhh dinnae bother wi'that wee laddie.......!!

(Did that sound even remotely like Willy the caretaker off the Simpsons to anyone...?!?!?

I mean WTF....?!?

)

CEG · 27 October 2011, 06:41 AM

Exp II, you CAN'T be disappointed!

PeterT · 27 October 2011, 07:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

Peter, no one will know except yourself. Head ino your AD and see if both smiles at you.
I recommend to try the white dial 216570 also. You may be surprised.

I do not think that they have the white dial. If I were to have bought one of the old Exp II watches it would have been the black face.

The only white dial that I would definitely buy over the black is an SS Daytona.
A tricky day tomorrow with a funeral and then my conscience will be clear to do a bit of watch shopping on Friday!!

P..

dddrees · 27 October 2011, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

peter, no one will know except yourself. Head ino your ad and see if both smiles at you.
I recommend to try the white dial 216570 also. You may be surprised.

x2

esm · 27 October 2011, 06:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spuds

Nnnnnnnnaaahhhhhh dinnae bother wi'that wee laddie.......!!

(Did that sound even remotely like Willy the caretaker off the Simpsons to anyone...?!?!?

I mean WTF....?!?

)

Dan, mate. Trust me. Get off whatever you are on ATM.

spuds · 27 October 2011, 06:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

Dan, mate. Trust me. Get off whatever you are on ATM.

It's the bloody Champix mate it's doing my 'ead in!!!

(three whole days now!

WooHoo!!

)

esm · 27 October 2011, 06:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CEG

Exp II, you CAN'T be disappointed!

Maybe... After a few weeks.

I havent been wearing my white 216570 for the past few days, and I don't miss it abit.

I think the honeymoon period is over for me

Time2time · 30 October 2011, 05:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

Maybe... After a few weeks.

I havent been wearing my white 216570 for the past few days, and I don't miss it abit.

I think the honeymoon period is over for me

Punjabusa · 27 October 2011, 06:46 AM

gotta luv the subs too.

esm · 27 October 2011, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeterT

I do not think that they have the white dial. If I were to have bought one of the old Exp II watches it would have been the black face.

The only white dial that I would definitely buy over the black is an SS Daytona.
A tricky day tomorrow with a funeral and then my conscience will be clear to do a bit of watch shopping on Friday!!

P..

All the best Peter. Hope you will feel better by the time you get to your AD on Friday.

I also have tried many times to buy the previous version 40mm EXPII in white, simply because I have more black dial watches than white. That's why I got the white 116520 and now the white 216570.

I guess my excuse is "to balance the white dial Rolex with the black dial Rolex watches"... Well, that's my excuse to the "boss" anyway

TSW · 27 October 2011, 07:33 AM

I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

tekno · 27 October 2011, 08:03 AM

Everyone has their own taste (atleast they should), I personally think it is one of the best looking watches they have ever produced.

Lol-x · 27 October 2011, 08:13 AM

I can't predict or read your mind, sorry my crystal ball is not working today.

However, I would say the EXII42 is a brilliant new model that was literally love at first sight for me.

nauticajoe · 27 October 2011, 08:14 AM

Only one way to find out..... Let us know how you make out.

Good luck!

J. Alan · 27 October 2011, 08:34 AM

I will be at a high end watch soiree at the end of November which the Canadian Rolex rep will be attending. At this time I hope to see the new EXPII in the flesh so I can make up my mind about the white vs. black dial. I like the pictures I see with the black dial which makes the minute and hour hands appear to be floating.

J. Alan

27 October 2011, 05:02 AM	#1
PeterT "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: England Watch: 16613 16710 16600 Posts: 1,021	Will I be elated or disappointed with the new ExpII 42mm? Hi, Last Thursday, I had the call from my AD to say that my new black 42mm ExpII had arrived. Due to difficult family circumstances, I will not be able to go for a viewing until this Friday. All of my other Rolex are Sports models with the black or coloured rotating bezel. I have nothing else with the silver bezel. So in comparison to the old Exp II (which never really inspired me) and my collection of divers and flighers will I be over or under whelmed when I see the new watch. I also ordered the Sub ND and that is waiting for me too. I have tried to buy this watch a few times but have always shied away from the flimsy bracelet. However, I really like the face. So will I buy both but if it is only one watch, which do you think it will be? Peter

27 October 2011, 05:05 AM	#2
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	The old EXII really inspired me and was a long time my number one Rolex. The new EXII-tank I only like in black. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

27 October 2011, 05:10 AM	#3
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	I think you're going to be thrilled when you see it!!! I know I was! __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

27 October 2011, 06:25 AM	#14
Keeperoftime "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Jeremy Location: Louisiana Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,732	I think Explorer II (216570) will be amazing! __________________ As a man is, so he sees. As the eye is formed, such are its powers. William Blake

27 October 2011, 06:41 AM	#17
CEG "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Dan Location: ENGLAND Watch: 116505 Posts: 1,587	Exp II, you CAN'T be disappointed! __________________ 16710-116505-116660-116680-116610LV-216570-126331-116710-114060-126621-TudorGMT-Tudor BB58-Sapphire Speedy Pro-Speedy Rising Sun

27 October 2011, 05:16 AM	#4
MikeJaye Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: London Posts: 675	I reckon you'll like the new Exp42 too...what is there not to like? I picked mine (black dial) up last week and it's hardly left my wrist since. Feels real comfy on the wrist and just looks very rugged! Orange hand looks great against the matt black dial and the floating hour and minute hands just look cool. I was neve a fan of the old EXP II but the new model is quite an improvement.

27 October 2011, 09:57 AM	#7
tekno 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Texas Watch: Tudor Snowflake Posts: 1,101	Fremstar, Do you wear Supreme? Ever heard of Acapulco gold?

27 October 2011, 05:39 AM	#10
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I would have no way of knowing.

27 October 2011, 05:41 AM	#11
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	I really don't like the hands on the new EXP II

27 October 2011, 05:59 AM	#12
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	You will be - ELATED!!!!!

27 October 2011, 06:46 AM	#24
Punjabusa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 89	gotta luv the subs too.

27 October 2011, 07:33 AM	#26
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	I'm sure you won't be disappointed. __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

27 October 2011, 08:03 AM	#27
tekno 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Texas Watch: Tudor Snowflake Posts: 1,101	Everyone has their own taste (atleast they should), I personally think it is one of the best looking watches they have ever produced.

27 October 2011, 08:13 AM	#28
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,588	I can't predict or read your mind, sorry my crystal ball is not working today. However, I would say the EXII42 is a brilliant new model that was literally love at first sight for me. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

27 October 2011, 08:14 AM	#29
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Only one way to find out..... Let us know how you make out. Good luck!

27 October 2011, 08:34 AM	#30
J. Alan "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 529	I will be at a high end watch soiree at the end of November which the Canadian Rolex rep will be attending. At this time I hope to see the new EXPII in the flesh so I can make up my mind about the white vs. black dial. I like the pictures I see with the black dial which makes the minute and hour hands appear to be floating. J. Alan

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