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JJ Irani · 22 June 2008, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by skeen

Just so I know what I might be looking for: how many versions of the Explorer II are there? I noticed that one of them doesn't have the ROLEX EXPLORER repeated inside the bezel.

The newer ones will have the Rolex inscription - especially the late Zs and the Ms.

JJ

Skip Greenwade · 22 June 2008, 08:24 AM

Love my Explorer II...it has it all:
Cyclops lens/Crystal
Classic Rolex look and wrist appeal
Easy to read
Very functional - especially if you travel a lot as it makes it easy to track time in two zones
Rugged - you would have to really abuse one to tear it up

All in all, a great watch and a good value

Best,
Skip

skeen · 22 June 2008, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

The newer ones will have the Rolex inscription - especially the late Zs and the Ms.

JJ

Thanks. :) Any idea from what year?

JJ Irani · 22 June 2008, 08:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by skeen

Thanks. :) Any idea from what year?

Well, late Zs would be around early to mid 2007 and then we have the Ms which would be late 2007 and 2008.

JJ

OYSTERMANN · 22 June 2008, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by mopsey

Ooh, ooh. Just bought one!!!

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What a good picture of a great looking watch you've got there, Martin

skeen · 22 June 2008, 09:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Well, late Zs would be around early to mid 2007 and then we have the Ms which would be late 2007 and 2008.

JJ

Cheers. :) And just one more: do you know the difference between the Z's and M's?

SRTOutlaw · 22 June 2008, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by skeen

Cheers. :) And just one more: do you know the difference between the Z's and M's?

Probably the only difference would be the movement. I'm starting to think maybe all M's have the 3186?!

I just bought a white dial M Expy II last week. It's an awesome watch and I know I made the right choice of the sport rollies for me. It was the white dial that smiled at me and made me buy the Expy II over a Coke GMT II. Plus my AD was willing to deal alittle more on it.

Anyway I'm wondering what kinda look my AD would give me if I went in and told him to open up my watch.

It's been a week and its starting to get under my skin alittle not knowing what movement it is.

I bet it is a 3186.

DSJ · 22 June 2008, 12:42 PM

My love affair continues...

jmsrolls · 23 June 2008, 07:53 AM

Here's a closeup of my "M"/3186, S/N M15####:

And the movement:

Fr. John+

Thani · 23 June 2008, 07:56 AM

i would only go for the vintage EXPII or the white/ivory dial EXPII

dkpw · 23 June 2008, 08:38 AM

I'm not quite in the market for one yet, but I saw one in the WoS window on Princes Street yesterday and it looked great. Somehow it does appear smaller than other sports models although it was sitting next to Daytonas and a very nice COSC Sub ND. Price was at just over £3K, so about £300 more than the Sub - I assume both at RRP.

One day...

tudorman8276 · 23 June 2008, 01:18 PM

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Steven79 · 23 June 2008, 01:59 PM

I used to HATE it, but over the past 2 years I have grown to absolutely LOVE the expyII. I will be buying one once I save up enough money!

White dial of course!

lorsban · 23 June 2008, 04:35 PM

I like both the black and white. White one looks classic, while the black one looks edgy - sporty. Either will make a fine choice.

mopsey · 23 June 2008, 06:07 PM

Going to get a link put in at RSC today. Will find out what movement.

travellingbrit · 23 June 2008, 11:23 PM

EXPII...perfect business or pleasure traveller watch. Comfortable, unobtrusive, sleek enough not to cause cuff snags, very readable second time zone, waterproof way below 'normal' depths , a solid stainless case that handles the day to day knocks and it looks great with a suit or tee...

Some people don't like the fixed bezel, but for me it's one of the plus points100% fixed, so there's never a doubt...

I love things that have integrity and this watch has it in spades......

I bought the dark face, because the black and steel contrast just shouted out to me.....

zak98 · 23 June 2008, 11:56 PM

love the white dail.

Hamlet · 24 June 2008, 12:10 AM

Explorer II is a beautiful watch. I am going to buy one myself soon. White Face.

TempoKing · 24 June 2008, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by jmsrolls

A couple of months ago I went to a local AD to buy a white Explorer II. There one sat in the case between the black EXPII and the Sea Dweller Date.

The stunning black dial of the SDD unobscured by the Cyclops jumped out at me. (If only the SDD had a "fourth hand" and 24-hour bezel.

)

Ultimately the black seduced me:

Fr. John+

I agree with you 100%..

GMTII Owner · 24 June 2008, 01:16 AM

A very sporty watch. Very nice.

BiG JeEzY · 24 June 2008, 01:36 AM

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Originally Posted by zak98

love the white dail.

I agree. Its just such a unique look.

mokwai · 25 June 2008, 01:17 PM

Hi, just want to ask is it true to say that all M series Explorer 2 come with a 3186 movement? I was told that all M series are 3186.Wonder how true is this?

DSJ · 25 June 2008, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mokwai

Hi, just want to ask is it true to say that all M series Explorer 2 come with a 3186 movement? I was told that all M series are 3186.Wonder how true is this?

It's unknown whether ALL M-series have the 3186, but I suspect most do, and perhaps some Z-series.

mokwai · 25 June 2008, 01:35 PM

was told that it is rare to find one m series explorer 2 with 3186 in Singapore.And its selling at a pemium price. Guess its bullshit then.Thanks.

WatchTimes · 25 June 2008, 02:24 PM

Love the white dial, I think it will be the next watch I buy myself after the DSSD, unless I hit the lotto and then my next watch with be a Plat. DD but I guess I have to buy a ticket for that to happen.

I like the 4th hand

Its a tough choice between it and the GMT II but since I want the white face it will be the Exp II

Please post pics when you get it!

ral · 25 June 2008, 05:50 PM

Together with the Sub, the best bang for the buck watch Rolex makes. Appearance, is a subjective matter.

BiG JeEzY · 25 June 2008, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JYogi

Love the white dial, I think it will be the next watch I buy myself after the DSSD, unless I hit the lotto and then my next watch with be a Plat. DD but I guess I have to buy a ticket for that to happen.

I like the 4th hand

Its a tough choice between it and the GMT II but since I want the white face it will be the Exp II

Please post pics when you get it!

Sounds like an excellent plan to me Jeremy. You will love the company of both the DSSD and the Explorer II when you take both of them home.

Trurolexer · 25 June 2008, 07:54 PM

Expy II specially the white face is one of the BEST Rolex sport ever made!!!

teehan · 25 June 2008, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mokwai

was told that it is rare to find one m series explorer 2 with 3186 in Singapore.And its selling at a pemium price. Guess its bullshit then.Thanks.

Hey Mok Wai. Greetings from another Singaporean. I got my M series White Explorer II last month. Paid $6700 for it. Retail price is $8097. If you are keen to get from my AD, do PM me...

blueface · 25 June 2008, 09:28 PM

I'm not a Expy type guy, but if I were, it would have to be a black dial.
To me, it just makes the watch stand out.

22 June 2008, 12:42 PM	#38
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	My love affair continues... Attached Images __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

23 June 2008, 08:38 AM	#41
dkpw "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: Scotland Watch: 16610 & 214270 Posts: 1,294	I'm not quite in the market for one yet, but I saw one in the WoS window on Princes Street yesterday and it looked great. Somehow it does appear smaller than other sports models although it was sitting next to Daytonas and a very nice COSC Sub ND. Price was at just over £3K, so about £300 more than the Sub - I assume both at RRP. One day... __________________ Sub 16610, Explorer 214270, Ω Speedy Pro & many others. David

23 June 2008, 01:18 PM	#42
tudorman8276 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: STAN Location: KY-USA Watch: Rolex Prez Posts: 12,583	I LOVE mine..... Stan.

23 June 2008, 06:07 PM	#45
mopsey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Martin Location: London Watch: Sub,Exp2,BlkBy,SD Posts: 1,258	Going to get a link put in at RSC today. Will find out what movement. __________________ Lest we forget.

23 June 2008, 11:23 PM	#46
travellingbrit "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Simon Location: England (Manc) Watch: Explorer 11, BF Posts: 268	EXPII...perfect business or pleasure traveller watch. Comfortable, unobtrusive, sleek enough not to cause cuff snags, very readable second time zone, waterproof way below 'normal' depths , a solid stainless case that handles the day to day knocks and it looks great with a suit or tee... Some people don't like the fixed bezel, but for me it's one of the plus points100% fixed, so there's never a doubt... I love things that have integrity and this watch has it in spades...... I bought the dark face, because the black and steel contrast just shouted out to me..... Attached Images

22 June 2008, 08:24 AM	#32
Skip Greenwade "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Crosby, Texas Watch: Too Many to List! Posts: 201	Love my Explorer II...it has it all: Cyclops lens/Crystal Classic Rolex look and wrist appeal Easy to read Very functional - especially if you travel a lot as it makes it easy to track time in two zones Rugged - you would have to really abuse one to tear it up All in all, a great watch and a good value Best, Skip

23 June 2008, 07:53 AM	#39
jmsrolls Banned Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 3,185	Here's a closeup of my "M"/3186, S/N M15####: And the movement: Fr. John+

23 June 2008, 07:56 AM	#40
Thani Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Thani Location: Dubai UAE Watch: Milgauss 116400 GV Posts: 2,082	i would only go for the vintage EXPII or the white/ivory dial EXPII

23 June 2008, 01:59 PM	#43
Steven79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Steven Location: Houston Watch: Sub Posts: 1,175	I used to HATE it, but over the past 2 years I have grown to absolutely LOVE the expyII. I will be buying one once I save up enough money! White dial of course!

23 June 2008, 04:35 PM	#44
lorsban "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,199	I like both the black and white. White one looks classic, while the black one looks edgy - sporty. Either will make a fine choice.

23 June 2008, 11:56 PM	#47
zak98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: TN Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,166	love the white dail. __________________ Z- Submariner; P- Airking; R- DateJust; M- GMTII; C0 - Milgauss GV Breitling SuperOcean Heritage 46 Omega Speedmaster Racing Panerai PAM390

24 June 2008, 12:10 AM	#48
Hamlet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: US Posts: 34	Explorer II is a beautiful watch. I am going to buy one myself soon. White Face.

24 June 2008, 01:16 AM	#50
GMTII Owner "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: John Location: Nashville, TN Watch: S/S GMT Master IIc Posts: 1,210	A very sporty watch. Very nice. __________________

25 June 2008, 01:17 PM	#52
mokwai Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 20	Hi, just want to ask is it true to say that all M series Explorer 2 come with a 3186 movement? I was told that all M series are 3186.Wonder how true is this?

25 June 2008, 01:35 PM	#54
mokwai Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 20	was told that it is rare to find one m series explorer 2 with 3186 in Singapore.And its selling at a pemium price. Guess its bullshit then.Thanks.

25 June 2008, 02:24 PM	#55
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	Love the white dial, I think it will be the next watch I buy myself after the DSSD, unless I hit the lotto and then my next watch with be a Plat. DD but I guess I have to buy a ticket for that to happen. I like the 4th hand Its a tough choice between it and the GMT II but since I want the white face it will be the Exp II Please post pics when you get it!

25 June 2008, 05:50 PM	#56
ral Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 650	Together with the Sub, the best bang for the buck watch Rolex makes. Appearance, is a subjective matter.

25 June 2008, 07:54 PM	#58
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Expy II specially the white face is one of the BEST Rolex sport ever made!!!

25 June 2008, 09:28 PM	#60
blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: USA Watch: DJ, DD, SUB Posts: 487	I'm not a Expy type guy, but if I were, it would have to be a black dial. To me, it just makes the watch stand out. __________________ TT Datejust 16233 (T) SOLD YG Daydate 11833 (K SS Sub Date 16610 (M). SOLD TT Blue Sub Date 116613LB (Random, 2018?)

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