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mfireman · 10 September 2013, 07:50 AM

Hi all, this is my first post to any forum in my life and I am just looking for feedback as I continue to save for my first Rolex. I have always loved the look of the GMT and the new BLNR is stunning in my opinion but lately I have begun to fall for the simplicity of the Explorer. Aside from the lack of second time zone and date are there any quantitative reasons to NOT buy the Explorer (M214270-0001)?

nauticajoe · 10 September 2013, 07:52 AM

Both great options to have as a 1st. Best is to try both & see which makes you smile.

Good luck!

Rolexitis · 10 September 2013, 08:01 AM

I have the 116710 LN but I REALLY like the Explorer for its simplicity. It's very nice.

iazrollie · 10 September 2013, 08:04 AM

Have you look at the explorer II? It splits the difference - simple design plus a dual time zone feature.

Jack T · 10 September 2013, 08:05 AM

Just acquired an Explorer, had it been my first Rolex, I'd probably not have three! Stop what you are doing and go get one.

RolexPete · 10 September 2013, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iazrollie

Have you look at the explorer II? It splits the difference - simple design plus a dual time zone feature.

X 2. The best Rolex I have ever owned.

watchwatcher · 10 September 2013, 08:11 AM

It's not really a vs. They are two totally different watches with different functions. If you need the dual time zone, the get the GMT.

red1108nyc · 10 September 2013, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mfireman

Hi all, this is my first post to any forum in my life and I am just looking for feedback as I continue to save for my first Rolex. I have always loved the look of the GMT and the new BLNR is stunning in my opinion but lately I have begun to fall for the simplicity of the Explorer. Aside from the lack of second time zone and date are there any quantitative reasons to NOT buy the Explorer (M214270-0001)?

Cabernet vs. Bordeaux.. both have beautiful flavors.. but only you will know what fits your palate best!

Give it a try on your wrist.. and you will know!

Good luck on the search as it is the most fun!

T. Ferguson · 10 September 2013, 09:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iazrollie

Have you look at the explorer II? It splits the difference - simple design plus a dual time zone feature.

His point is the simplicity of the Exp1 is what appeals to him. The TZ function and date is handled by the GMT.

Just have to try them on again and again until you can't bear to take take one of them off.

If I was a betting man I'd say you will end up with the GMT. It was the one that got you started on your quest to begin with. Sometimes we get so caught up in the chase that we over analyze it by entertaining other choices.

But they are both beautiful watches and either one is a winner.

iazrollie · 10 September 2013, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by T. Ferguson

His point is the simplicity of the Exp1 is what appeals to him. The TZ function and date is handled by the GMT.

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But they are both beautiful watches and either one is a winner.

maybe look at the milgauss GV, then. It has the simplicity of the explorer, with an interesting color like the gmt.

TimeOnMyHands · 10 September 2013, 09:36 AM

IMHO consider the Classic classic of the Explorer I in 36mm....

domenick512 · 10 September 2013, 09:46 AM

Both are great watches, so I recommend you try them on before deciding. I really thought I wanted a gold sub with a blue face, but after trying it on I realized the black suited me a lot better. Glad I took the time.

wingku · 10 September 2013, 01:20 PM

Quite the orange to apple....I love both but I have the Expy I.

eeh100773 · 10 September 2013, 01:24 PM

Explorer. My favorite Rolex.

Cc1966 · 10 September 2013, 01:29 PM

Take a look at an Explorer II with the smaller 40mm case. These are the generation just before the latest and the prices can be excellent. Good luck...

jshepard · 10 September 2013, 01:44 PM

My 1st was a 39mm Explorer I followed by an old Coke GMTII. Both are great watches, two completely different styles. If you need the date and/or 2nd time zone then definitely the GMT is the one for you, but the classic, uncluttered design of the Explorer I is why I picked it as my 1st, I don't really NEED the 2nd timezone, it was just a plus.

luvsub · 10 September 2013, 01:49 PM

I like 36mm Exp. And Pepsi.

Chainring · 10 September 2013, 01:57 PM

To answer your question, no, there is no reason not to buy the Explorer. Unless deep down you know you really want the GMT. The Explorer is a great watch.

MitchSteel · 10 September 2013, 02:04 PM

GMT first.....any GMT.
Then the rest will follow

Hairdude1 · 10 September 2013, 02:06 PM

Get the GMT!

DreambreaX · 10 September 2013, 04:23 PM

gmt more elegance

mruhland31 · 10 September 2013, 04:40 PM

I really agree with the posts above stating how different they are. Both great watches. I have a Sub C and an Explorer I. I really like them both but for different reasons. Explorer is really light weight with a classic and almost dressy look. Still its tough as nails. The GMT is bigger and a really cool "utility watch" also a very classic look. Kind of hard to explain...both great but very different. Try em both. Can't go wrong either way.

ltmgeller · 10 September 2013, 04:44 PM

I love my gmt BLNR. I prefer it over the explorer any day.

gmtm2 · 10 September 2013, 05:18 PM

no doubt!!!

Degas · 10 September 2013, 05:31 PM

GMT! more elegant and versatile

Audemars Piguet · 10 September 2013, 05:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

Both great options to have as a 1st. Best is to try both & see which makes you smile.

Good luck!

x2

Bangel · 10 September 2013, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

Both great options to have as a 1st. Best is to try both & see which makes you smile.

Good luck!

Good advice.

Apart from functions and looks, comfort is another potential variable.

travisb · 10 September 2013, 08:47 PM

The GMT will be a little more substantial on the wrist.
As you said, the Exp has a nice, clean, simple dial.
Both are excellent options. Depends on which you like more.
Time for a trip to the AD!

Annan · 11 September 2013, 01:50 AM

You might find this of interest.....http://minus4plus6.com/216570.htm

Vincent65 · 11 September 2013, 02:03 AM

gmt!

10 September 2013, 07:50 AM	#1
mfireman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Montreal Watch: 116710 LN Posts: 22	Explorer vs GMT Hi all, this is my first post to any forum in my life and I am just looking for feedback as I continue to save for my first Rolex. I have always loved the look of the GMT and the new BLNR is stunning in my opinion but lately I have begun to fall for the simplicity of the Explorer. Aside from the lack of second time zone and date are there any quantitative reasons to NOT buy the Explorer (M214270-0001)?

10 September 2013, 08:01 AM	#3
Rolexitis "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Earth Watch: 114060 Posts: 3,203	I have the 116710 LN but I REALLY like the Explorer for its simplicity. It's very nice. __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

10 September 2013, 08:04 AM	#4
iazrollie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Ian Location: NY Watch: All of them Posts: 3,245	Have you look at the explorer II? It splits the difference - simple design plus a dual time zone feature. __________________ Rolex, PPs, Breitling

10 September 2013, 08:05 AM	#5
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Just acquired an Explorer, had it been my first Rolex, I'd probably not have three! Stop what you are doing and go get one. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

10 September 2013, 01:24 PM	#14
eeh100773 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: "Fast" Eddie Location: Asbury Park NJ Watch: 14060 T Series '96 Posts: 1,482	Explorer. My favorite Rolex. Attached Images

10 September 2013, 07:52 AM	#2
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Both great options to have as a 1st. Best is to try both & see which makes you smile. Good luck!

10 September 2013, 08:11 AM	#7
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	It's not really a vs. They are two totally different watches with different functions. If you need the dual time zone, the get the GMT.

10 September 2013, 09:36 AM	#11
TimeOnMyHands Banned Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Canada Watch: 16570 Posts: 457	IMHO consider the Classic classic of the Explorer I in 36mm....

10 September 2013, 09:46 AM	#12
domenick512 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Domenick Location: Austin, TX Watch: 116618 Posts: 110	Both are great watches, so I recommend you try them on before deciding. I really thought I wanted a gold sub with a blue face, but after trying it on I realized the black suited me a lot better. Glad I took the time.

10 September 2013, 01:20 PM	#13
wingku "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Wing Location: Calgary,AB,Canada Watch: the World unfold Posts: 1,019	Quite the orange to apple....I love both but I have the Expy I.

10 September 2013, 01:29 PM	#15
Cc1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Georgia, USA Watch: ing the Sea... Posts: 6,713	Take a look at an Explorer II with the smaller 40mm case. These are the generation just before the latest and the prices can be excellent. Good luck... __________________ "I wish to have no Connection with any Ship that does not Sail fast for I intend to go in harm's way." Captain John Paul Jones, 16 November 1778 "*Curmudgeons* " Favorites: 1665 SD, Sub Date, DSSD, Exp II, Sub LV, GMTIIc

10 September 2013, 01:44 PM	#16
jshepard "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: USA Watch: GMTII Posts: 1,180	My 1st was a 39mm Explorer I followed by an old Coke GMTII. Both are great watches, two completely different styles. If you need the date and/or 2nd time zone then definitely the GMT is the one for you, but the classic, uncluttered design of the Explorer I is why I picked it as my 1st, I don't really NEED the 2nd timezone, it was just a plus.

10 September 2013, 01:49 PM	#17
luvsub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SF, south bay Posts: 5,222	I like 36mm Exp. And Pepsi.

10 September 2013, 01:57 PM	#18
Chainring "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Grand Junction CO Watch: A few, not enough. Posts: 1,725	To answer your question, no, there is no reason not to buy the Explorer. Unless deep down you know you really want the GMT. The Explorer is a great watch.

10 September 2013, 02:04 PM	#19
MitchSteel "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: MDangerSteel Location: Canada Watch: Vintage Rolex Posts: 2,301	GMT first.....any GMT. Then the rest will follow

10 September 2013, 02:06 PM	#20
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Get the GMT!

10 September 2013, 04:23 PM	#21
DreambreaX Banned Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Rolex Estate Posts: 1,304	gmt more elegance

10 September 2013, 04:40 PM	#22
mruhland31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Santa Clarita CA Posts: 1,028	I really agree with the posts above stating how different they are. Both great watches. I have a Sub C and an Explorer I. I really like them both but for different reasons. Explorer is really light weight with a classic and almost dressy look. Still its tough as nails. The GMT is bigger and a really cool "utility watch" also a very classic look. Kind of hard to explain...both great but very different. Try em both. Can't go wrong either way.

10 September 2013, 04:44 PM	#23
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,574	I love my gmt BLNR. I prefer it over the explorer any day.

10 September 2013, 05:18 PM	#24
gmtm2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Italy Posts: 1,419	no doubt!!! Attached Images __________________ forever rolex

10 September 2013, 05:31 PM	#25
Degas "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Middle Posts: 878	GMT! more elegant and versatile

10 September 2013, 08:47 PM	#28
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	The GMT will be a little more substantial on the wrist. As you said, the Exp has a nice, clean, simple dial. Both are excellent options. Depends on which you like more. Time for a trip to the AD!

11 September 2013, 01:50 AM	#29
Annan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Ron Location: Arizona, USA Watch: 116233 Posts: 3,180	You might find this of interest.....http://minus4plus6.com/216570.htm __________________ *so many Rolexes.....so little time*

11 September 2013, 02:03 AM	#30
Vincent65 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Switzerland Posts: 14,298	gmt!

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