216570 for 114060? A should I post?

[Rocco22]

Keep the 114060.im my opinion best stainless rolex they make.

[HongNinja]

Originally Posted by Rocco22

Keep the 114060.im my opinion best stainless rolex they make.

Dang. Bold statement, although I can see the argument there. It's a BA timepiece for sure.

Don't know why I can't be satisfied. Been lusting after the 216570 when I just picked up a beautiful SubC ND.

[HongNinja]

Funny. In the end with over a 100 votes, the Explorer II prevailed by 3 votes. Hmmmm

And that's SubC vs Explorer II

[submariner66]

They are both die hard watches. You got love them all the way. Which one do you love? Which one is there an affinity towards? Are you an explorer, or a seafarer?

[HongNinja]

Originally Posted by submariner66

They are both die hard watches. You got love them all the way. Which one do you love? Which one is there an affinity towards? Are you an explorer, or a seafarer?

Agreed 100%.

I guess I'm a "Seafarer" with "Explorer" tendencies.

This one has, and still is, plaguing me. I've always played in the sea, but the nod to the 1655 with the 42mm keeps calling.


That all being said, I still drool over my 114060.

[Andrés G]

Keep the Sub. I didn't liked the Exp2 as much as I tought I would and ended selling mine after a couple of months.

The Sub is the best balanced Rolex.

[DJJon]

Sam Fremstar you knocked it out of the park with your pictorial reply.

How can anyone not appreciate your awesome efforts on that one?

[HongNinja]

Originally Posted by DJJon

Sam Fremstar you knocked it out of the park with your pictorial reply.

How can anyone not appreciate your awesome efforts on that one?

Sam is a ROCKSTAR. They've all gotten used to his freshness.

[afc1]

I'd keep the Sub. You're wife will cave eventually and let you have both!

[RolexBuckeye]

It's not even close IMHO, I'd sell the ND for the Explorer II. As much as I like the improved ND the Explorer II offers so much more! The date for starters, additional time zone and most importantly that tantalizing orange hand and writing that gives it the perfect amount of pop and uniqueness.

Good luck!

[Knappo 1307]

Originally Posted by HongNinja

Yeah... I told myself I'd never do it, and I've gone days, even other social media formats, and some of you even got a text.... Short of flipping a coin, my last resort will have to be TRF.

Should I?

Had opportunity to get a 216570(Explorer II 42mm Blk). This watch had my eye for a long ways back when they introduced at Basel. I had always been a Sub/SD guy, but always had a special place in my heart for the famed 1655("McQueen" Explorer). That orange hand. Wow. I can't get over it. Then they made it 42mm and made the case better/etc. You get the point.

Then I saw the 114060 in person. Made the decision. Had to have it shortly down the road after Rolex released it at Basel. It's gorgeous. I love it. Probably my favorite of the dive watches "so far".

I would have to give up my 114060 to acquire this beautiful Explorer(wife's orders)

I know it's lame, but what do you all think?

Wrist shots to compare.

Trade the wife....

[Miamipawnsab]

Keep the sub dont worry about your prego wife im in the same situation my wife is pregoo and i just keep buying rolexes lol.i purchased 4 in the last 3 months. And imho subs always do better if you need to sell get rid of pawn etc . Remember its just my opinion . Seen many subs come in and out of my store and the explorers seem to sit right next waito them waiting to be pick up .
Currently have 2 explorers white and black dial and no subsss

[alubin]

I voted trade because i am currenly loving the polar exp2 42mm but I will add it to my subc date because i cant imagine being without it.

[Miamipawnsab]

I would love to owna explorer white dial not the new bigger model but to trade a subfor an explorer just feels like im doing something wrong imho

[jay1988]

I think as a 114060 owner, it is easy to take our watch for granted because they are so simple. I personally think you'd miss the Sub after a while. As you said, you still drool over it. I would not sell the sub but instead wait for the funds to get your next watch. Then again, I think long and hard about which watch to buy and although I have small moments of doubt, I will never follow through. If I find another watch I like, I simply start saving.

[HongNinja]

I love everybody's perspective here. Thank you so much for your perspectives. Much appreciated.

It sure seems like the "general" sentiment is towards the Sub in the comments, but the poll still favors Explorer II. Interesting.

[HongNinja]

Originally Posted by jay1988

I think as a 114060 owner, it is easy to take our watch for granted because they are so simple. I personally think you'd miss the Sub after a while. As you said, you still drool over it. I would not sell the sub but instead wait for the funds to get your next watch. Then again, I think long and hard about which watch to buy and although I have small moments of doubt, I will never follow through. If I find another watch I like, I simply start saving.

I agree with you here. Could be it entirely. The 114060 is a fantastic watch for the simplicity in it. Built like a tank, and I love ALL the upgrades of the new Sub. Incredible "tool" watch that can go with anything. It could be that I am a serial flipper???..... Damn.

I could always just wait until my wife calms down and then rock and roll. I think the Explorer II would be be an awesome partner in crime.

All this BS has made me the most indecisive jerks around.

[1William]

Keep the sub. Save up and get the Explorer.