New Explorer I SS vs TT

[Snoop_]

I own a 1999 Explorer I 14270 already and in person I think TT is Explorer I is perfect




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[ink3027]

Did either of those come home with you?

[Justinmg]

I like the SS

[SS Oyster]

There are only three Rolex watches I like in TT (Daytona Champaign dial, new root beer and SkyD Champaign dial). The TT Explorer is NOT in any shape of form something I like.


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[JSolution]

Originally Posted by SS Oyster

There are only three Rolex watches I like in TT (Daytona Champaign dial, new root beer and SkyD Champaign dial). The TT Explorer is NOT in any shape of form something I like.


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Not the datejust then? Think the datejust belongs on two tone more than any other model :)

[faz]

I agree that two tone Explorer is a huge surprise and a beautiful watch in person. I suggest to those who haven’t seen it yet, to reserve judgement until they see it in person.


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[ShougekiMaru]

First I hated the whole idea of TT EXP I, but little by little I see that I actually like it. I am still shocked that Rolex missed the 50th Ann. of Exp II. I think that it’s very strange that Rolex made the most radical change in EXP I line instead of EXP II.


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[Andrews148]

I still think it's horrible.

[ninjin]

I was offered the TT Explorer but the yellow gold just didn't do anything for the Mrs. If it was Rose and Steel, definitely would have bought it.

[AJMarcus]

Loving mine. My daily wearer BLRO has been in the safe since I picked this up from my AD a week ago. Don’t knock it til you try it.

[chloebear]

Originally Posted by AJMarcus

Loving mine. My daily wearer BLRO has been in the safe since I picked this up from my AD a week ago. Don’t knock it til you try it.

Looks great AJ! I can't wait to see one in person. It was certainly an unexpected release. I just love the Explorer line in general.

[Jmbarrack]

The more I see the TT Explorer the more I want one.


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[Tensai]

I love the new TT.
Totally unexpected. Straight out of the 80s. So interesting.

[fskywalker]

From those 2 SS for the win!


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[1William]

Not a TT fan for the Explorer.

[AK797]

If it was a larger size I'd be pretty tempted.

[Likestheshiny]

Originally Posted by AK797

If it was a larger size I'd be pretty tempted.

I'm the opposite -- I don't think I'd want it at the larger size, but I'm very tempted at 36mm. Two-tone is a retro look, and to me that's a better fit with the more classic 36mm size. This smaller watch also dials back the "in your face-ness" of two-tone. I could see this being a very good look worn a little loose like a bracelet with a few actual bracelets beside it.

[Haveapair]

I say whichever one your son or wife wants

[gnuyork]

Originally Posted by Haveapair

I say whichever one your son or wife wants

Arrogant comment. You're on a roll today.

[leed]

Originally Posted by gnuyork

Arrogant comment. You're on a roll today.

I second this. 36 mm is a great size for everyone

[Singslinger]

The TT version looks great,

Hopefully in future we'll see a TT Exp 2.

[DLRIDES]

Originally Posted by Haveapair

I say whichever one your son or wife wants

……………………… or grandmother.

[LA_LEC]

Personally I think TT makes the watch too flashy and takes away from the simplistic beauty of the all SS. Especially the dial with everything outlined in gold.

It makes a great smaller dress watch however.

[Richie07]

Personal preference. Rolex know how to do TT and the Exp is another fine example.

[Mwilsey103]

I actually like the TT Explorer a lot. Just having a hard time at the 10 K price point. Just doesn't seem right for an Explorer. But I do get why.

[Mifune]

TT Ex1 is a great lady's piece.

[dannyp]

Originally Posted by Mifune

TT Ex1 is a great lady's piece.

I really don't see many women buying this, honestly. Not too many combos that are further off-trend than SS/YG w/black dial. Still a rose gold world when it comes to women's watches, and those that do have YG would typically have lighter dials these days.

[Mifune]

Originally Posted by dannyp

I really don't see many women buying this, honestly. Not too many combos that are further off-trend than SS/YG w/black dial. Still a rose gold world when it comes to women's watches, and those that do have YG would typically have lighter dials these days.

I think the trend for women purchases is towards larger mans sizing... at least that's what I have seen with the more edgy influencer female segment.

I am also looking for a uni-sex piece right now that I can share with my wife... 36mm is to small for me.

[dannyp]

Originally Posted by Mifune

I think the trend for women purchases is towards larger mans sizing... at least that's what I have seen with the more edgy influencer female segment.

I am also looking for a uni-sex piece right now that I can share with my wife... 36mm is to small for me.

My comment was more about color and metal combos. Yellow gold and stainless with black dial seems more like it’s intended for middle aged men. Were women the intended audience I would have expected rose gold and/or light dial combo.

However I agree that watches will continue trending large for women. And whole men’s watches aren’t going “small” I think they’re moving away from “inflated” (where you have blown up versions of watches meant to be 36-40mm also coming in 39-44mm).

Personally, I’m moving back towards smaller, with 38 probably being my ideal, but 36 being preferable to 40 (I don’t like the lungs extending to the edges of my wrist). I even tried my wife’s 34mm OP and didn’t mind the size, but found the silver 3-6-9 dial a bit too feminine. However I’d have no qualms about rocking a five-digit Air King.

[AJMarcus]

Originally Posted by dannyp

My comment was more about color and metal combos. Yellow gold and stainless with black dial seems more like it’s intended for middle aged men. Were women the intended audience I would have expected rose gold and/or light dial combo.

However I agree that watches will continue trending large for women. And whole men’s watches aren’t going “small” I think they’re moving away from “inflated” (where you have blown up versions of watches meant to be 36-40mm also coming in 39-44mm).

Personally, I’m moving back towards smaller, with 38 probably being my ideal, but 36 being preferable to 40 (I don’t like the lungs extending to the edges of my wrist). I even tried my wife’s 34mm OP and didn’t mind the size, but found the silver 3-6-9 dial a bit too feminine. However I’d have no qualms about rocking a five-digit Air King.

I like your analysis. Well said. And I feel the same way you do about the trend in sizing. The classic (vintage) sizing is where I’m most comfortable.