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mikkibarry · 2 July 2013, 03:37 AM

GMT or 39mm Explorer II (Black). The Explorer II would be ever so cutsie since it would match my husband's. However, cute factor is not what is driving this decision :-). I looked at Daytonas, and though they are very beautiful, I'm afraid that my eyes are getting a bit tired in my old age. Tudor 36mm subs are still wonderful, but I'm concerned about finding one from a Trusted Dealer here since they're a bit scarce, and the ones that I've seen have a weird price point as compared to mini-subs and Rolex subs. To me it just doesn't make sense.

And so, what do you, my learned colleages, think re: GMT vs. 39mm Explorer?

nauticajoe · 2 July 2013, 03:37 AM

The GMT gets my vote.

Good luck!

Thatguy · 2 July 2013, 03:41 AM

I prefer the GMT as well but you can't go wrong either way!

mjclark32 · 2 July 2013, 03:56 AM

Another GMT vote

watchwatcher · 2 July 2013, 05:12 AM

GMT, all the way.

swils8610 · 2 July 2013, 05:13 AM

Gmt for sure!

mikkibarry · 2 July 2013, 05:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swils8610

Gmt for sure!

Now wait a minute... the man with the Explorer II avatar says GMT? That's funny :-)

Brandon(phila) · 2 July 2013, 05:16 AM

Gmt

swils8610 · 2 July 2013, 05:25 AM

I would have said Explorer but that wasn't one of the choices!! Lol.

mikkibarry · 2 July 2013, 05:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swils8610

I would have said Explorer but that wasn't one of the choices!! Lol.

Look again :-)

"And so, what do you, my learned colleages, think re: GMT vs. 39mm Explorer? "

I think I should also ask WHY you chose the way you did.

The Joker · 2 July 2013, 05:40 AM

The 39mm explorer is an explorer I or just explorer. Do you mean this one or the Explorer II(40mm) with red GMT hand.

mikkibarry · 2 July 2013, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Joker

The 39mm explorer is an explorer I or just explorer. Do you mean this one or the Explorer II(40mm) with red GMT hand.

I thought that the II also came in 39. I can easily be wrong. But yeah, with the red GMT hand.

I already know I can't wear a 42 since the lugs are longer than my wrist is wide.

The Joker · 2 July 2013, 05:59 AM

Well I say GMT with pepsi or coke bezel.

mikkibarry · 2 July 2013, 06:03 AM

But why. Is there a mechanical reason? Or more aethetics? Much appreciated.

Thatguy · 2 July 2013, 06:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikkibarry

But why. Is there a mechanical reason? Or more aethetics? Much appreciated.

Aesthetics. Just personal preference. Mechanically both will do the job.

The Joker · 2 July 2013, 06:08 AM

Aethetics, love the splash of colour.

Anyway you won't go wrong with either, GMT or explorer, both great watches. Go see them in the flesh, might help you decide.

Lisa had the white faced explorer, she should have some wrist shots to gage size on a lady.

mikkibarry · 3 July 2013, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Joker

Aethetics, love the splash of colour.

Anyway you won't go wrong with either, GMT or explorer, both great watches. Go see them in the flesh, might help you decide.

Lisa had the white faced explorer, she should have some wrist shots to gage size on a lady.

Oh nice!

Art 1 · 2 July 2013, 06:21 AM

GMT pepsi.

Exp 1 comes in 36 or 39.

Thebiglagu · 3 July 2013, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Art 1

GMT pepsi.

Exp 1 comes in 36 or 39.

I second that motion!

HL65 · 2 July 2013, 07:54 AM

GMT or ExpII....Either way you can't go wrong. Get the one which you really prefer most. One will sing to you more! Cheers,

Billywiz · 2 July 2013, 01:40 PM

gMT

Hairdude1 · 2 July 2013, 01:53 PM

Another for the GMT

Chainring · 2 July 2013, 02:08 PM

Gmt

Marcela · 3 July 2013, 11:09 AM

Black Exp II. Quietly confident, little twist, smooth and adventurous, great history.
But, of course, there is no substitute for trying them both on, first.
Good luck with your choice, and, I am already looking forward to seeing your choice

mikkibarry · 3 July 2013, 11:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marcela

Black Exp II. Quietly confident, little twist, smooth and adventurous, great history.
But, of course, there is no substitute for trying them both on, first.
Good luck with your choice, and, I am already looking forward to seeing your choice

It's so true. I will definitely have to try to find someone who has both.

jbsmith · 3 July 2013, 12:35 PM

GMTIIc gets my vote.

kcmo · 3 July 2013, 12:43 PM

Mikki, I'm excited to hear about this new hunt!

As others have said, it makes all the difference to try them on.

Personally, after owning both in the past, I'd probably lean towards the Explorer 2. Super comfy (though the 16710 is as well), and lightweight. I also like the more unassuming bezel.

Let us know what you decide!

77T · 3 July 2013, 12:54 PM

If you like color, the GMTs bezel inserts give you options.

Root Beer, for example!

Chewbacca · 3 July 2013, 04:26 PM

exp ii for me but i believe its the same case as the gmt at 40mm with crown. unless i'm losing it again!

powerband · 3 July 2013, 04:52 PM

Gmt.

2 July 2013, 03:37 AM	#1
mikkibarry "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Mikki Location: Northern Virginia Watch: Your Six Posts: 1,146	Narrowed the Choices GMT or 39mm Explorer II (Black). The Explorer II would be ever so cutsie since it would match my husband's. However, cute factor is not what is driving this decision :-). I looked at Daytonas, and though they are very beautiful, I'm afraid that my eyes are getting a bit tired in my old age. Tudor 36mm subs are still wonderful, but I'm concerned about finding one from a Trusted Dealer here since they're a bit scarce, and the ones that I've seen have a weird price point as compared to mini-subs and Rolex subs. To me it just doesn't make sense. And so, what do you, my learned colleages, think re: GMT vs. 39mm Explorer? __________________ No Matter Where You Go - There You Are (and so's your Rolex) Card Carrying Chinese Crested Owner

2 July 2013, 03:56 AM	#4
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Another GMT vote __________________

2 July 2013, 06:03 AM	#14
mikkibarry "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Mikki Location: Northern Virginia Watch: Your Six Posts: 1,146	But why. Is there a mechanical reason? Or more aethetics? Much appreciated. __________________ No Matter Where You Go - There You Are (and so's your Rolex) Card Carrying Chinese Crested Owner

2 July 2013, 07:54 AM	#20
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,011	GMT or ExpII....Either way you can't go wrong. Get the one which you really prefer most. One will sing to you more! Cheers, __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

3 July 2013, 12:54 PM	#28
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	If you like color, the GMTs bezel inserts give you options. Root Beer, for example! __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

2 July 2013, 03:37 AM	#2
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	The GMT gets my vote. Good luck!

2 July 2013, 03:41 AM	#3
Thatguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Wayne Location: California Watch: Rolex, PAM Posts: 3,302	I prefer the GMT as well but you can't go wrong either way!

2 July 2013, 05:12 AM	#5
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,055	GMT, all the way.

2 July 2013, 05:13 AM	#6
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	Gmt for sure!

2 July 2013, 05:16 AM	#8
Brandon(phila) "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Brandon Location: Phila burbs Watch: DSSD Posts: 755	Gmt

2 July 2013, 05:25 AM	#9
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,211	I would have said Explorer but that wasn't one of the choices!! Lol.

2 July 2013, 05:40 AM	#11
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	The 39mm explorer is an explorer I or just explorer. Do you mean this one or the Explorer II(40mm) with red GMT hand.

2 July 2013, 05:59 AM	#13
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	Well I say GMT with pepsi or coke bezel.

2 July 2013, 06:08 AM	#16
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	Aethetics, love the splash of colour. Anyway you won't go wrong with either, GMT or explorer, both great watches. Go see them in the flesh, might help you decide. Lisa had the white faced explorer, she should have some wrist shots to gage size on a lady.

2 July 2013, 06:21 AM	#18
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	GMT pepsi. Exp 1 comes in 36 or 39.

2 July 2013, 01:40 PM	#21
Billywiz Banned Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: John Location: Florida Watch: YG President Posts: 2,090	gMT

2 July 2013, 01:53 PM	#22
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Another for the GMT

2 July 2013, 02:08 PM	#23
Chainring "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Grand Junction CO Watch: A few, not enough. Posts: 1,725	Gmt

3 July 2013, 11:09 AM	#24
Marcela "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: USA Posts: 1,473	Black Exp II. Quietly confident, little twist, smooth and adventurous, great history. But, of course, there is no substitute for trying them both on, first. Good luck with your choice, and, I am already looking forward to seeing your choice

3 July 2013, 12:35 PM	#26
jbsmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Blake Location: US Watch: Daytonas Posts: 1,869	GMTIIc gets my vote.

3 July 2013, 12:43 PM	#27
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Mikki, I'm excited to hear about this new hunt! As others have said, it makes all the difference to try them on. Personally, after owning both in the past, I'd probably lean towards the Explorer 2. Super comfy (though the 16710 is as well), and lightweight. I also like the more unassuming bezel. Let us know what you decide!

3 July 2013, 04:26 PM	#29
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	exp ii for me but i believe its the same case as the gmt at 40mm with crown. unless i'm losing it again!

3 July 2013, 04:52 PM	#30
powerband "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: California Posts: 289	Gmt.

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