Explorer 2 "42"

[Bukfenc]

Originally Posted by Rollie2011

I think this big fuss about 2mm is really ridiculous....

Absolutely right. E.g. Omega SMP with its 41mm case looks a much bigger watch than a standard Sub. Why? Bigger markers, fatter hands, and more importantly non-tapering metal bracelet. Patek Aquanaut Jumbo (40mm) looks also much bigger just because of the (again) non-tapering bracelet. I think Rolex should have reduced the tapering of their metal bracelet and that would make watches more proportional and trendy. (I think ideal would be a bracelet size like Omega Speedy Pro ... 20 mm at lugs, tapers down to 18 mm at clasp, and clasp width is 20mm again).

[Johndoe]

Exp2 is my next watch. Just waiting to compare the incoming 42mm with the current model before making final decision.

[Rollie2011]

Originally Posted by Johndoe

Exp2 is my next watch. Just waiting to compare the incoming 42mm with the current model before making final decision.

+1

Will go with my Sub nicely....

Can anyone give us a description on the differences? Other than the GMT hand and 42mm?

[GEO_79]

oh noooo;the new exp ii 42 is expensive like hell!!

[z0mghenry]

There's no such thing as a poor man's Rolex. Every man with the Rolex that he likes is a rich man.

[Abid]

Originally Posted by Yeubs76

Ok guys making my first move into rolex
I have a question
I am going to buy this watch for me because I like it but.

How is the explorer perceived by the rolex community
Is it the poor mans rolex

Or is it a credible tool watch

Thoughts

Don't understand why that would even matter? Wear what you like, not what other think.

[Explorador]

Originally Posted by Yeubs76

Ok guys making my first move into rolex
I have a question
I am going to buy this watch for me because I like it but.

How is the explorer perceived by the rolex community
Is it the poor mans rolex

Or is it a credible tool watch

Thoughts

Hi Yeubs

If you are interested in some deeper information about the new ex ii, I strongly recommend you THE EX II thread. There you learn about the past, present and future of this magnificent watch. So you may find the answer for yourself.

Who knows, you may end up like me, saving URGENTLY to get the current exii (3186 bd), as long as they are on store, and giving me time to save quietly for the 216570 (new exii), which will still be around for some time.

The current exii is more than just a good inversion, it has a certain magic that we all try to put into words in forums but we fail.

Whichever, enjoy your new Rolex.

[Explorador]

The ex ii enigma - not THE EX II thread, sorry.

[skyedog]

[Richard.]

OK, the current Explorer II is less popular in the wider world than it is among the community here (although of course, for those that choose to wear one, it's very popular with them and that's all that matters). I suspect that the new 42mm will continue that trend because the differences in the case design compared to the GMT IIc and Sub.c are too subtle to make much difference to the average buyer but appear to make the new watch much more attractive to aficionados.

[skyedog]

Originally Posted by Richard.

OK, the current Explorer II is less popular in the wider world than it is among the community here (although of course, for those that choose to wear one, it's very popular with them and that's all that matters). I suspect that the new 42mm will continue that trend because the differences in the case design compared to the GMT IIc and Sub.c are too subtle to make much difference to the average buyer but appear to make the new watch much more attractive to aficionados.

well said

[watchf]

Originally Posted by Yeubs76

the rolex community
Is it the poor mans rolex

Thoughts

With the expected price even though the current model is not a cheap watch before by any stretch, just not as expensive as other watches offered by Rolex.

Or is it a credible tool watch

It is certainly a credible watch but to me personally a watch of that price is not a tool watch rather an everyday watch. By not a tool watch to me I mean I wouldn't wield, built a house, service a car, chop wood, paint etc. while wearing.

[learpilot]

Can't wait to try one on