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BT1985 · 23 June 2018, 12:30 PM

I currently have a 16610 and want a Rolex with no date that is still versatile but can dress up a bit more than the sub. Really like the OP 39 white dial but tried on the Explorer for grins and liked it too. Do you think the Explorer is too similar to the sub to be a part of a 6 watch collection? Also any feedback on how it feels dressed up from Explorer 1 owners would be appreciated.

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nikesupremedunk · 23 June 2018, 01:21 PM

Sounds like the OP is the better option here. I wouldn’t consider the explorer a dress watch, and having a white dial would pair better with the sub.

rogerlu · 23 June 2018, 01:25 PM

I am biased towards the Explorer because I own one. One of the best Rolex watches out there. It’s classy, understated, and just perfect.

BT1985 · 23 June 2018, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rogerlu

I am biased towards the Explorer because I own one. One of the best Rolex watches out there. It’s classy, understated, and just perfect.

I honestly never gave it a chance and put one on today and I see why owners swear by them.

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Scapegoat · 23 June 2018, 01:37 PM

White dial for somethinf diff.

OP39 will not get you much returns when you choose to sell it, but will be a great watch to keep and pass down.

2nastie · 23 June 2018, 01:57 PM

Whichever puts a smile on your face is probably the best answer...

However, for me it has to be the Explorer. It’s simple and definitely underrated. Very versatile watch that works causal, sport, or dress. It fits all categories. Dial 3, 6, 9 is unique mainly to this watch and also has the classic Rolex Mercedes hands with the beautiful clasp.

The OP is nice, but I think the only attractiveness that makes people currently consider it is the white dial (when comparing it to other Rolex options). There probably won’t be much of a debate if it was an OP in a different color.

vintagehartmann · 23 June 2018, 02:08 PM

on the 3, 6, 9 markers on the Explorer would drive me nuts. Also the OP is more versatile.

michael8238 · 23 June 2018, 02:56 PM

Exp will always be a more timeless piece, but damn that white OP does look very nice

Nandor · 23 June 2018, 03:25 PM

I recently had the same debate with myself and I ended up deciding on the Explorer I. I just love the 3/6/9.

applebook · 23 June 2018, 03:27 PM

Explorer 1.

JayHantz · 23 June 2018, 03:27 PM

If you have a six watch collection along with a sub (I will assume black), I would go with white OP personally and to add something different to the mix. But, it is whatever you liker the best. The man makes the watch.

Explorer-P · 23 June 2018, 04:20 PM

Explorer! Timeless, versatile, and goes with everything.
I have the lumed 3,6,9 2016 version and love it.
Some might say the short hand white gold 3,6,9 pre 2016 version will dress up better, but the WG numerals were not to my taste.
The white dial of the new OP is lovely, but I think it lacks the personality of the Explorer.
I bet if you get the Explorer you’d end up wearing it more than your Sub.
ultimately though, get the one that you like best.

Muxi · 23 June 2018, 04:24 PM

Explorer. Thinking of getting one myself.

dubins930 · 23 June 2018, 04:26 PM

I have an explorer, but I'm dying to try on the white OP. Theres really not a wrong choice here man, it's all goodness. Also if they have the 34mm try it on and let me know how it wears.

SoCal_Batman · 23 June 2018, 04:31 PM

OP39 looks sharp, sounds like it would check all of your boxes!

asushane · 23 June 2018, 04:52 PM

+1 for the white dial OP. I like the rounded bezel better. Try to get an Easylink extension added ��

I’ve been debating between these two as well.

woodsworth · 23 June 2018, 04:57 PM

Definitely the white dial OP!

Honestly, I am only a fan of vintage explorers... the 1016 really grabs me, but the later iterations leave me cold

Explorer-P · 23 June 2018, 04:59 PM

Maybe you should hold out for the polar 214270 - one day...

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Nairn1980 · 23 June 2018, 08:50 PM

Exp 1 does nothing for me. That white dial OP however is a beauty and I’d go for it.

mjclark32 · 23 June 2018, 09:20 PM

Op since you already have a sub

SearChart · 23 June 2018, 09:20 PM

OP for sure!

ap1 · 23 June 2018, 09:23 PM

The white one

BT1985 · 23 June 2018, 09:42 PM

Thanks for the input everyone! I will provide an update and pics in short order.

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Brny11 · 23 June 2018, 09:51 PM

Agree with many that white pairs with your Sub better for versatility. However, the Explorer is so special, it is hard to pass up. Of the two, I’d take Explorer, but would not be against the OP - which looks great on your wrist as well.

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D111s · 24 June 2018, 01:38 AM

White OP definitely!

watchmework · 24 June 2018, 01:40 AM

I don’t think they are too similar at all, I’d go explorer 1 between the two.

GMT Aviator · 24 June 2018, 01:59 AM

This is an interesting conundrum I too am considering.

The only white dial I have in my collection is the fluted bezel DJ2, which is a beauty, but I am hankering after a no date reference to add to the collection.

I don’t want a sub, so I’ve narrowed it down to one of these two but like yourself, can’t decide.

KeithP · 24 June 2018, 02:17 AM

OP all day in this situation. Awesome piece.

Burlington · 24 June 2018, 02:21 AM

OP too - Exp 1 is a neat watch, but that OP white is lovely.

Thuilln · 24 June 2018, 02:26 AM

OP with white dial for a change.

23 June 2018, 12:30 PM	#1
BT1985 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: USA Posts: 2,911	OP 39 White or Explorer 1 I currently have a 16610 and want a Rolex with no date that is still versatile but can dress up a bit more than the sub. Really like the OP 39 white dial but tried on the Explorer for grins and liked it too. Do you think the Explorer is too similar to the sub to be a part of a 6 watch collection? Also any feedback on how it feels dressed up from Explorer 1 owners would be appreciated. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

23 June 2018, 01:21 PM	#2
nikesupremedunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Andrew Location: NYC Posts: 1,227	Sounds like the OP is the better option here. I wouldn’t consider the explorer a dress watch, and having a white dial would pair better with the sub. __________________ \| 116234 DJ36 \| 116610LN SubC \| 116520 Daytona \| BlackBay 58 Blue \|

23 June 2018, 02:08 PM	#7
vintagehartmann "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Stuttgart Posts: 548	Missing Lume on the 3, 6, 9 markers on the Explorer would drive me nuts. Also the OP is more versatile.

23 June 2018, 03:27 PM	#10
applebook "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: vancouver Posts: 1,918	Explorer 1. __________________

23 June 2018, 04:31 PM	#15
SoCal_Batman "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: C.R. Location: Los Angeles Watch: ♛ BLNR \| AK Posts: 1,029	OP39 looks sharp, sounds like it would check all of your boxes! __________________ "The more I see, the less I know for sure." - John Lennon

23 June 2018, 01:25 PM	#3
rogerlu "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 166	I am biased towards the Explorer because I own one. One of the best Rolex watches out there. It’s classy, understated, and just perfect.

23 June 2018, 01:37 PM	#5
Scapegoat "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Lee Location: South East Asia Watch: Tudor Pro Posts: 1,798	White dial for somethinf diff. OP39 will not get you much returns when you choose to sell it, but will be a great watch to keep and pass down.

23 June 2018, 01:57 PM	#6
2nastie "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: YVR Watch: Time Only Posts: 2,332	Whichever puts a smile on your face is probably the best answer... However, for me it has to be the Explorer. It’s simple and definitely underrated. Very versatile watch that works causal, sport, or dress. It fits all categories. Dial 3, 6, 9 is unique mainly to this watch and also has the classic Rolex Mercedes hands with the beautiful clasp. The OP is nice, but I think the only attractiveness that makes people currently consider it is the white dial (when comparing it to other Rolex options). There probably won’t be much of a debate if it was an OP in a different color.

23 June 2018, 02:56 PM	#8
michael8238 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: SoCal Watch: Always changing Posts: 62	Exp will always be a more timeless piece, but damn that white OP does look very nice

23 June 2018, 03:25 PM	#9
Nandor "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Nandor Location: San Diego Posts: 100	I recently had the same debate with myself and I ended up deciding on the Explorer I. I just love the 3/6/9.

23 June 2018, 03:27 PM	#11
JayHantz 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Texas Watch: @Escapementt Posts: 9,844	If you have a six watch collection along with a sub (I will assume black), I would go with white OP personally and to add something different to the mix. But, it is whatever you liker the best. The man makes the watch.

23 June 2018, 04:20 PM	#12
Explorer-P "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Glasgow Watch: Explorer 214270 Posts: 36	Explorer! Timeless, versatile, and goes with everything. I have the lumed 3,6,9 2016 version and love it. Some might say the short hand white gold 3,6,9 pre 2016 version will dress up better, but the WG numerals were not to my taste. The white dial of the new OP is lovely, but I think it lacks the personality of the Explorer. I bet if you get the Explorer you’d end up wearing it more than your Sub. ultimately though, get the one that you like best.

23 June 2018, 04:24 PM	#13
Muxi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,823	Explorer. Thinking of getting one myself.

23 June 2018, 04:26 PM	#14
dubins930 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Aaron Location: WA Posts: 840	I have an explorer, but I'm dying to try on the white OP. Theres really not a wrong choice here man, it's all goodness. Also if they have the 34mm try it on and let me know how it wears.

23 June 2018, 04:52 PM	#16
asushane "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: AZ Posts: 15	+1 for the white dial OP. I like the rounded bezel better. Try to get an Easylink extension added �� I’ve been debating between these two as well.

23 June 2018, 04:57 PM	#17
woodsworth "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: 100 Acre Wood Posts: 959	Definitely the white dial OP! Honestly, I am only a fan of vintage explorers... the 1016 really grabs me, but the later iterations leave me cold

23 June 2018, 04:59 PM	#18
Explorer-P "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Glasgow Watch: Explorer 214270 Posts: 36	Maybe you should hold out for the polar 214270 - one day... https://monochrome-watches.com/rolex...mage-gallery-6 https://monochrome-watches.com/rolex...mage-gallery-6

23 June 2018, 08:50 PM	#19
Nairn1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 8,385	OP 39 White or Explorer 1 Exp 1 does nothing for me. That white dial OP however is a beauty and I’d go for it.

23 June 2018, 09:20 PM	#20
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Op since you already have a sub __________________

23 June 2018, 09:23 PM	#22
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	The white one

23 June 2018, 09:42 PM	#23
BT1985 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: USA Posts: 2,911	Thanks for the input everyone! I will provide an update and pics in short order. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

23 June 2018, 09:51 PM	#24
Brny11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Real Name: Brian Location: Florida Posts: 2,460	Agree with many that white pairs with your Sub better for versatility. However, the Explorer is so special, it is hard to pass up. Of the two, I’d take Explorer, but would not be against the OP - which looks great on your wrist as well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 June 2018, 01:38 AM	#25
D111s "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Hampshire UK Watch: A few Posts: 452	White OP definitely!

24 June 2018, 01:40 AM	#26
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	I don’t think they are too similar at all, I’d go explorer 1 between the two.

24 June 2018, 01:59 AM	#27
GMT Aviator 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: London Posts: 3,318	This is an interesting conundrum I too am considering. The only white dial I have in my collection is the fluted bezel DJ2, which is a beauty, but I am hankering after a no date reference to add to the collection. I don’t want a sub, so I’ve narrowed it down to one of these two but like yourself, can’t decide.

24 June 2018, 02:17 AM	#28
KeithP "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Real Name: Keith Location: NYC Watch: AK 126900/SM 300M Posts: 1,664	OP all day in this situation. Awesome piece.

24 June 2018, 02:21 AM	#29
Burlington "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Europe Posts: 5,643	OP too - Exp 1 is a neat watch, but that OP white is lovely. __________________ “My tastes are simple; I am easily satisfied with the best.” ― Winston S. Churchill

24 June 2018, 02:26 AM	#30
Thuilln "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Real Name: Nick Location: YUL Watch: 16570 Posts: 1,936	OP with white dial for a change. __________________ Nick _________________________________________ 14060M - 114200 - 114270 - 214270 - 16710BLRO - 16570 - 3570.50 - Cartier Tank Solo - Cartier Tank Française ‘Yearling’ - CWC Navy Diver

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