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DTM1 · 2 February 2011, 04:31 AM

Please help as i'm torn apart for which watch to get. I'm in the market for a watch with ss bracelet and I've narrowed down to the the new green sub, new larger explorer and a milgauss, eighter gv or white dial. I want an allrounder watch the can pair with jeans as well as formal dressing. Any other opinions are wellcome thanks guys!

Atomant · 2 February 2011, 04:48 AM

Wait for the new explorer. I'm almost positive you won't regret.

garGARgar · 2 February 2011, 04:50 AM

Of the three, the Milgauss would be the dressiest. However, the white dialed one has a casual look about it.

You really can't go wrong with any of them.

Have you tried any of them on?

SS Oyster · 2 February 2011, 04:52 AM

I love the SubC, but my favorite color is green. Some don't think it's as well rounded (wear with everything) as say the LN (black) Sub, but I wear it with everything, other than when I wear my 5513.

So, if you love green, go with the LV, otherwise I'd advise the black (LN) Sub as the best all around sports/comfort/go with everything watch.

Both the other options are good, but the EXP to me seems just a little plain (just my opinion - others love it for it's simplicity and it's a terrific watch) and smaller. The Milgauss is amazing and great all around watch (probably my next Rolex), but if you only have one ... it comes up slightly short of the Sub (no date, no crown guard), but likely better if you mainly wear suits and dress clothes.

These are just my opinions, not meant to reduce the greatness of any of the other Rolex watches in any way. I wish I owned them all. But for me, the SubC LN is likely the best all around watch if you could only have one. Or, if you are like me and love everything green, go with the LV (Incredible Hulk).

Explorer 2011 · 2 February 2011, 04:54 AM

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Originally Posted by dtm1

please help as i'm torn apart for which watch to get. I'm in the market for a watch with ss bracelet and i've narrowed down to the the new green sub, new larger explorer and a milgauss, eighter gv or white dial. I want an allrounder watch the can pair with jeans as well as formal dressing. Any other opinions are wellcome thanks guys!

maybe i am biased, but judging by your statement id say this has to be the explorer. The other two go further towards the sporty side, whilst the explorer will do you for all occasions. All great watches though and the same lot i was narrowed down to!

Kanger · 2 February 2011, 04:56 AM

I've owned a GV, and loved it. If you don't mind the weight and thickness get that GV. If you want a lighter piece, get the Explorer

dmacintyre · 2 February 2011, 04:58 AM

I had the Milgauss first and it is probably still my favorite Rolex. However, the weight, thickness and polished links led me to sell it. The polished links make it look a little dressy for really casual wear (IMHO) which is how I dress 99% of the time but it is really nice with everything else.

I ended up changing it for a Sub-C and I couldn't be happier. Like almost every one of these threads, it's personal choice.

EDIT : I should also add that I agree with SS Oyster - if you only intend owning one Rolex I would go for the iconic Sub-C.

DTM1 · 2 February 2011, 05:06 AM

The green sub-c and 39mm explorer was out of stock. So I only tried out the milgauss. I love the weight of the watch! I've use to have an all-rounder rolex and it was the gmt-c tt, loved the bezel n style but couldn't get past wearing the tt bracelet.

Lion · 2 February 2011, 05:15 AM

Why not buy the SS version of the GMT IIC???

dhh · 2 February 2011, 05:19 AM

I would buy the Milgauss and brush the band and case as a few have done here.

DTM1 · 2 February 2011, 05:25 AM

I still do love the style of the gmt-c, but just thinking since there's so much models to choose from I should go for something different.
some may say the best thing about rolex is discreat elegance, I understand but somehow the polished case, bezel and center links of the milgauss just draws me in.

Boadicea · 2 February 2011, 05:38 AM

If you plan for this to be your one and only watch (good luck on that) I would go for the Sub

Andrés G · 2 February 2011, 05:40 AM

Get the GV. It has a wonderful mix of modern and classic features that make it unique.

DTM1 · 2 February 2011, 05:45 AM

No it's not going to be an everyday watch, It's going to be one of those feel-good day watches. Think I'm leaning more towards the milgauss and the sub-c

kenhiraihnl · 2 February 2011, 05:50 AM

IMHO, there’s no sharp boundary between a sporty, casual watch and a watch suitable for more formal wear. You really need two watches. The GV should go well with most venues - well, not working in the yard or playing beach volleyball, LOL. A good, sporty, mechanical or auto with an ETA movement should take care of the rest of your lifestyle. I’ve been looking at this watch, but already have too many watches for every occasion. Good luck. There are a lot of fabulous watches and brands out there. Your choices are admirable.

Cru Jones · 2 February 2011, 06:31 AM

all comes down to personal preference, but, just to say, the black dial non-GV is my favorite millgauss by far and is probably the most all-arounder of the of the milgauss family.....i think it is a little more special than the new 39 mm explorer and, while i really like the subc-lv, it is not an all-arounder.....

mtrunner · 2 February 2011, 06:34 AM

I would go with the SubC. Also if Rolex does release a Explorer II it won't be freely available for some time.

2 February 2011, 04:31 AM	#1
DTM1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: hong kong Posts: 25	new explorer vs milgauss vs green dial sub Please help as i'm torn apart for which watch to get. I'm in the market for a watch with ss bracelet and I've narrowed down to the the new green sub, new larger explorer and a milgauss, eighter gv or white dial. I want an allrounder watch the can pair with jeans as well as formal dressing. Any other opinions are wellcome thanks guys!

2 February 2011, 04:48 AM	#2
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	Wait for the new explorer. I'm almost positive you won't regret. __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

2 February 2011, 04:50 AM	#3
garGARgar "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Gary Location: New York, NY Watch: 16610LV Posts: 711	Of the three, the Milgauss would be the dressiest. However, the white dialed one has a casual look about it. You really can't go wrong with any of them. Have you tried any of them on? __________________ 16610LV 126334 116710LN

2 February 2011, 05:15 AM	#9
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Why not buy the SS version of the GMT IIC??? __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

2 February 2011, 05:19 AM	#10
dhh "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NE Posts: 421	I would buy the Milgauss and brush the band and case as a few have done here. __________________ By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail. -- Benjamin Franklin

2 February 2011, 04:52 AM	#4
SS Oyster 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 9,218	I love the SubC, but my favorite color is green. Some don't think it's as well rounded (wear with everything) as say the LN (black) Sub, but I wear it with everything, other than when I wear my 5513. So, if you love green, go with the LV, otherwise I'd advise the black (LN) Sub as the best all around sports/comfort/go with everything watch. Both the other options are good, but the EXP to me seems just a little plain (just my opinion - others love it for it's simplicity and it's a terrific watch) and smaller. The Milgauss is amazing and great all around watch (probably my next Rolex), but if you only have one ... it comes up slightly short of the Sub (no date, no crown guard), but likely better if you mainly wear suits and dress clothes. These are just my opinions, not meant to reduce the greatness of any of the other Rolex watches in any way. I wish I owned them all. But for me, the SubC LN is likely the best all around watch if you could only have one. Or, if you are like me and love everything green, go with the LV (Incredible Hulk).

2 February 2011, 04:56 AM	#6
Kanger Banned Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: North Carolina Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 5,524	I've owned a GV, and loved it. If you don't mind the weight and thickness get that GV. If you want a lighter piece, get the Explorer

2 February 2011, 04:58 AM	#7
dmacintyre 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: USA Posts: 252	I had the Milgauss first and it is probably still my favorite Rolex. However, the weight, thickness and polished links led me to sell it. The polished links make it look a little dressy for really casual wear (IMHO) which is how I dress 99% of the time but it is really nice with everything else. I ended up changing it for a Sub-C and I couldn't be happier. Like almost every one of these threads, it's personal choice. EDIT : I should also add that I agree with SS Oyster - if you only intend owning one Rolex I would go for the iconic Sub-C.

2 February 2011, 05:06 AM	#8
DTM1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: hong kong Posts: 25	The green sub-c and 39mm explorer was out of stock. So I only tried out the milgauss. I love the weight of the watch! I've use to have an all-rounder rolex and it was the gmt-c tt, loved the bezel n style but couldn't get past wearing the tt bracelet.

2 February 2011, 05:25 AM	#11
DTM1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: hong kong Posts: 25	I still do love the style of the gmt-c, but just thinking since there's so much models to choose from I should go for something different. some may say the best thing about rolex is discreat elegance, I understand but somehow the polished case, bezel and center links of the milgauss just draws me in.

2 February 2011, 05:38 AM	#12
Boadicea Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Daniel Location: UK Posts: 520	If you plan for this to be your one and only watch (good luck on that) I would go for the Sub

2 February 2011, 05:40 AM	#13
Andrés G "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Guatemala Posts: 3,392	Get the GV. It has a wonderful mix of modern and classic features that make it unique.

2 February 2011, 05:45 AM	#14
DTM1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: hong kong Posts: 25	No it's not going to be an everyday watch, It's going to be one of those feel-good day watches. Think I'm leaning more towards the milgauss and the sub-c

2 February 2011, 05:50 AM	#15
kenhiraihnl "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Ken Location: Hawaii Watch: 5512 Posts: 911	IMHO, there’s no sharp boundary between a sporty, casual watch and a watch suitable for more formal wear. You really need two watches. The GV should go well with most venues - well, not working in the yard or playing beach volleyball, LOL. A good, sporty, mechanical or auto with an ETA movement should take care of the rest of your lifestyle. I’ve been looking at this watch, but already have too many watches for every occasion. Good luck. There are a lot of fabulous watches and brands out there. Your choices are admirable. __________________ Rolex Milgauss GV (100m 330 feet) (2010) * Rolex Submariner 5512 (200m 660 feet) (1961)

2 February 2011, 06:31 AM	#16
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	all comes down to personal preference, but, just to say, the black dial non-GV is my favorite millgauss by far and is probably the most all-arounder of the of the milgauss family.....i think it is a little more special than the new 39 mm explorer and, while i really like the subc-lv, it is not an all-arounder.....

2 February 2011, 06:34 AM	#17
mtrunner 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Gary Location: Bozeman, MT Watch: 126508 Paul Newman Posts: 7,835	I would go with the SubC. Also if Rolex does release a Explorer II it won't be freely available for some time.

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