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spikester31 · 15 July 2016, 07:58 PM

In the morning I am off to buy a couple of new watches. Milgaus 116400GV is a definite. But also I am thinking of getting the new Airking or the new Explorer. Can't make my mind up as they are very similar.
What would you guys choose???

Old Expat Beast · 15 July 2016, 08:08 PM

Get the Explorer. The AK is basically the Milgauss with a different dial...same case, movement and bracelet. Better still, just enjoy the Milgauss for a while and see how you feel later.

Mick P · 15 July 2016, 08:20 PM

spikester31

If I had read this a week ago I would of advised going for the Explorer as it is a very clean looking watch, totally uncluttered and has a sense of history about it. This is a watch that you can wear anywhere and grow old with.

I have seen pics of the new Airking and thought it looked an over complicated mess.

However yesterday I wandered past my local AD and it looked far better in the flesh that it does in a pic and now the gap between the two is far less pronounced. It looks a bit school boyish but it does have a certain charm about it and the only advice I would offer is to look at both of them on your wrist and go for the one that rings the loudest bell.

Regards

Mick

PS - The side issue is to never use a pic on your pc to decide what watch you will like the most.

cop414 · 15 July 2016, 08:34 PM

Agree with Mick on this one, try them both on and bring home which ever one sings the loudest. Good luck.

mailman · 15 July 2016, 08:42 PM

Both are cool but I'd pick the Explorer

Gaijin · 15 July 2016, 09:29 PM

I can't believe I'm saying this but Air King.

it's really growing on me. I gotta see one in person.

spikester31 · 15 July 2016, 09:52 PM

This looks like it will be a long morning in the AD. Old Expat makes a good point, even tho I have read the specs for each a 100 times I didn't put it together that the AK was the same as the Milgauss! And why buy 2 at the same time, can't believe I maybe talking myself out of a new Rolex lol. I think I am leaning towards the Explorer or nothing and waiting a while.
Let's hope the AD doesn't show me anything else!

Etschell · 15 July 2016, 09:54 PM

the old explorer is starting to grow on me. and for the price you really cant beat it.

Locust · 15 July 2016, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mick P

spikester31

If I had read this a week ago I would of advised going for the Explorer as it is a very clean looking watch, totally uncluttered and has a sense of history about it. This is a watch that you can wear anywhere and grow old with.

I have seen pics of the new Airking and thought it looked an over complicated mess.

However yesterday I wandered past my local AD and it looked far better in the flesh that it does in a pic and now the gap between the two is far less pronounced. It looks a bit school boyish but it does have a certain charm about it and the only advice I would offer is to look at both of them on your wrist and go for the one that rings the loudest bell.

Regards

Mick

PS - The side issue is to never use a pic on your pc to decide what watch you will like the most.

Agree with this, looks MUCH better in person. I actually like it a lot after seeing it at my AD

AK797 · 15 July 2016, 10:52 PM

The AK is intriguing, I gotta see one for real.

Spartacus · 15 July 2016, 10:55 PM

I see the AK has a more fun or playful piece, whereas the explorer is more of a classic that can go well in any scenario.

m1911a1 · 15 July 2016, 10:55 PM

brandrea · 15 July 2016, 10:57 PM

I have yet to see an AK in person, so based on the pictures here, I'd have to go with the Explorer.

regnant · 15 July 2016, 10:59 PM

I have not seen the new Air King in person either but I would pick it over Explorer. I like 5 minutes markers

rebel_1 · 15 July 2016, 11:05 PM

Personally, I'd get the AK & Exp and forget about the Milgaus. I don't like the second hand on the Milgaus. The AK dial pops and the Exp is classic.

Triple Crown · 15 July 2016, 11:07 PM

I've seen both new models. I think the Explorer is outstanding.

Sublovin · 15 July 2016, 11:11 PM

Air King is the easy choice for me

Wrist Watcher · 16 July 2016, 01:08 AM

I would go with the new Explorer. I love that watch.

jrs146 · 16 July 2016, 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Get the Explorer. The AK is basically the Milgauss with a different dial...same case, movement and bracelet. Better still, just enjoy the Milgauss for a while and see how you feel later.

This sounds like very solid advice to me. I agree. Good luck with the purchase!

spikester31 · 16 July 2016, 01:16 AM

Yep that is good advice that I think I will try and listen to, but when you get to the dealers and you have all these watches around things change lol.
Those who like the AK to the Explorer is pretty much 50/50. I have changed my mind so many times today. I think I will have to walk away and think some more

t60 · 16 July 2016, 01:58 AM

lol at all the AK love here. A few weeks ago everyone was hating it. My pick would be the Explorer. To me, the AK looks like someone had some spare Milgauss cases, had to figure out what to do with all the old Explorer numerals (and hands?), quickly drew up the AK dial then put it all together.

The Explorer is such a classic piece, and with the updated hands/dial it's perfected.

AndyWright · 16 July 2016, 02:14 AM

Get the Explorer!!

rolexnub · 16 July 2016, 02:15 AM

Explorer

rebel_1 · 16 July 2016, 02:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by t60

lol at all the AK love here. A few weeks ago everyone was hating it. My pick would be the Explorer. To me, the AK looks like someone had some spare Milgauss cases, had to figure out what to do with all the old Explorer numerals (and hands?), quickly drew up the AK dial then put it all together.

The Explorer is such a classic piece, and with the updated hands/dial it's perfected.

I agree with you on the Explorer, although for me, the new Air King looks like someone figured out how to make the Milgaus cost less and look WAY better.

Trurolexer · 16 July 2016, 05:00 AM

I don't really into busy dial, so Expy for me

uncufunc · 16 July 2016, 05:03 AM

Tried on the AK in NYC. It's a solid watch. LOVE the green details...makes the piece really pop. What turned me off, however, is the lack of lume. Only on the 12..

dysondiver · 16 July 2016, 05:13 AM

seen both , new ak is a car crash when you see it in real life , [just my view of course] why oh why , im not seeing it as a future classic , which is probably why it will be.

explorer gets my vote , clean and simple.
just try both on , and buy the one you cant take off.

Ragna · 16 July 2016, 05:32 AM

yada yada yada..

Get the Explorer. No need to put them on.

If they are, in your opinion, a classic case of too-close-to-call.. Then get them both.

Thats what we are here for. To get them all. Sooner or later. All of them!

Get the Megaton Explorer and put the Ak-47 as the next purchase.

Wear it in good wealth and cholesterol health.

.. and post some pics

Rags · 16 July 2016, 05:33 AM

Get the Explorer. I don't know what Rolex was thinking with the AK.

pde · 16 July 2016, 05:37 AM

I think the Explorer is a tad more versatile. The AK looks a little too casual to pair well with a suit/tie (IMO).

15 July 2016, 07:58 PM	#1
spikester31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: mark Location: uk Watch: 11610 Posts: 140	New Airking or Explorer? In the morning I am off to buy a couple of new watches. Milgaus 116400GV is a definite. But also I am thinking of getting the new Airking or the new Explorer. Can't make my mind up as they are very similar. What would you guys choose???

15 July 2016, 08:34 PM	#4
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,242	Agree with Mick on this one, try them both on and bring home which ever one sings the loudest. Good luck. __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

15 July 2016, 08:42 PM	#5
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	Both are cool but I'd pick the Explorer __________________ JJ

15 July 2016, 09:54 PM	#8
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	the old explorer is starting to grow on me. and for the price you really cant beat it. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

15 July 2016, 10:59 PM	#14
regnant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Close to Rolex AD Posts: 3,474	I have not seen the new Air King in person either but I would pick it over Explorer. I like 5 minutes markers __________________

15 July 2016, 08:08 PM	#2
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,826	Get the Explorer. The AK is basically the Milgauss with a different dial...same case, movement and bracelet. Better still, just enjoy the Milgauss for a while and see how you feel later.

15 July 2016, 08:20 PM	#3
Mick P Banned Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: UK / Spain Watch: 39mm Explorer Posts: 1,990	spikester31 If I had read this a week ago I would of advised going for the Explorer as it is a very clean looking watch, totally uncluttered and has a sense of history about it. This is a watch that you can wear anywhere and grow old with. I have seen pics of the new Airking and thought it looked an over complicated mess. However yesterday I wandered past my local AD and it looked far better in the flesh that it does in a pic and now the gap between the two is far less pronounced. It looks a bit school boyish but it does have a certain charm about it and the only advice I would offer is to look at both of them on your wrist and go for the one that rings the loudest bell. Regards Mick PS - The side issue is to never use a pic on your pc to decide what watch you will like the most.

15 July 2016, 09:29 PM	#6
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	I can't believe I'm saying this but Air King. it's really growing on me. I gotta see one in person.

15 July 2016, 09:52 PM	#7
spikester31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: mark Location: uk Watch: 11610 Posts: 140	This looks like it will be a long morning in the AD. Old Expat makes a good point, even tho I have read the specs for each a 100 times I didn't put it together that the AK was the same as the Milgauss! And why buy 2 at the same time, can't believe I maybe talking myself out of a new Rolex lol. I think I am leaning towards the Explorer or nothing and waiting a while. Let's hope the AD doesn't show me anything else!

15 July 2016, 10:52 PM	#10
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	The AK is intriguing, I gotta see one for real.

15 July 2016, 10:55 PM	#11
Spartacus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: DC Watch: Daytona Posts: 2,745	I see the AK has a more fun or playful piece, whereas the explorer is more of a classic that can go well in any scenario.

15 July 2016, 10:55 PM	#12
m1911a1 Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: Maine, USA Watch: 42mm Explorer-II's Posts: 489

15 July 2016, 10:57 PM	#13
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,106	I have yet to see an AK in person, so based on the pictures here, I'd have to go with the Explorer.

15 July 2016, 11:05 PM	#15
rebel_1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 2,132	Personally, I'd get the AK & Exp and forget about the Milgaus. I don't like the second hand on the Milgaus. The AK dial pops and the Exp is classic. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017

15 July 2016, 11:07 PM	#16
Triple Crown Banned Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 130	I've seen both new models. I think the Explorer is outstanding.

15 July 2016, 11:11 PM	#17
Sublovin 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Watch: Lots Posts: 4,595	Air King is the easy choice for me

16 July 2016, 01:08 AM	#18
Wrist Watcher 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: USA Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 1,447	I would go with the new Explorer. I love that watch.

16 July 2016, 01:16 AM	#20
spikester31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: mark Location: uk Watch: 11610 Posts: 140	Yep that is good advice that I think I will try and listen to, but when you get to the dealers and you have all these watches around things change lol. Those who like the AK to the Explorer is pretty much 50/50. I have changed my mind so many times today. I think I will have to walk away and think some more

16 July 2016, 01:58 AM	#21
t60 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: California Posts: 319	lol at all the AK love here. A few weeks ago everyone was hating it. My pick would be the Explorer. To me, the AK looks like someone had some spare Milgauss cases, had to figure out what to do with all the old Explorer numerals (and hands?), quickly drew up the AK dial then put it all together. The Explorer is such a classic piece, and with the updated hands/dial it's perfected.

16 July 2016, 02:14 AM	#22
AndyWright "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Andy Location: London Watch: Rolex Deepsea Posts: 560	Get the Explorer!!

16 July 2016, 02:15 AM	#23
rolexnub "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Me & Papa Location: Echo Watch: ing TRF Posts: 3,428	Explorer

16 July 2016, 05:00 AM	#25
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	I don't really into busy dial, so Expy for me

16 July 2016, 05:03 AM	#26
uncufunc "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: V Location: blacksburg va Watch: 126613LB, 1501 Posts: 472	Tried on the AK in NYC. It's a solid watch. LOVE the green details...makes the piece really pop. What turned me off, however, is the lack of lume. Only on the 12..

16 July 2016, 05:13 AM	#27
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	seen both , new ak is a car crash when you see it in real life , [just my view of course] why oh why , im not seeing it as a future classic , which is probably why it will be. explorer gets my vote , clean and simple. just try both on , and buy the one you cant take off.

16 July 2016, 05:32 AM	#28
Ragna Banned Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: The Matrix Posts: 1,070	yada yada yada.. Get the Explorer. No need to put them on. If they are, in your opinion, a classic case of too-close-to-call.. Then get them both. Thats what we are here for. To get them all. Sooner or later. All of them! Get the Megaton Explorer and put the Ak-47 as the next purchase. Wear it in good wealth and cholesterol health. .. and post some pics

16 July 2016, 05:33 AM	#29
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	Get the Explorer. I don't know what Rolex was thinking with the AK. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

16 July 2016, 05:37 AM	#30
pde "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: NorCal Watch: Deepsea/DD40/Pepsi Posts: 68	I think the Explorer is a tad more versatile. The AK looks a little too casual to pair well with a suit/tie (IMO).

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