Downgrade from TT to SS Explorer

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I doubt anyone can recognize a TT explorer from more than 2 feet away

[amphr1]

Originally Posted by Tools

This is a psychological worry with no basis in fact.

A TT watch is not a more obvious target for a crook than any other Rolex might be. Hanging out in questionable areas is putting your family more at risk than the watch you wear.

That is a good way of looking at the problem.

[CPZorro]

I wouldn’t over think it. Sounds like you like you TT.

To soften it a little, try throwing it on a brown leather strap. I think it would look fantastic.

[MichelleP]

I live in SF and own the SS Explorer. It is the only Rolex I fell comfortable wearing walking the city. I don't think I'd have an issue with two-tone. I agree it is quite dangerous to wear a nice watch in SF nowadays but don't think a two-tone Explorer would be that noticeable. If you really aren't comfortable then I say just go with the SS version.

[Watchsprings]

Go with the SS version, it seems that is what you wanted initially. I love mine and wear it as my “under the radar” watch.

[Drand]

Originally Posted by Euge

Don’t have a TT… but it sounds by what you describe you’ll be happier with a SS.
Wear your watches and don’t mind what other people think, most people won’t even notice what you wear…..hope this helps.


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My viewpoint exactly. It seems like you already prefer the SS and going for what you prefer shouldn't be referred to as a downgrade.

[mountainjogger]

Originally Posted by tifosi

All that being said...the SS EXP is the better watch. I'd trade in heartbeat if I somehow ended up with the TT version.

Agree. I would not wear a TT Explorer. I consider the SS an upgrade.

[travisb]

Even though it may not look like it price wise, I'd consider that an upgrade. Far prefer the Exp in all SS.

[Doc Savage]

Originally Posted by amphora001

Has anyone who owned a TT Explorer trade for a SS Explorer of the same latest model? What was your experience? I do love my TT Explorer, but I'm not a gold person and it has kept me from wearing it public, or at least almost always covers it up with a long sleeve, unless I know I'm going to a wealthy town exclusively for the day, then it just feel right at home, especially under the sun during the summer. I go back and forth, currently I think I will keep it for a long time, but just curious if anyone has trade it in for a SS version just so it's more versatile?

Trade it. Gold on an Explorer is completely out of place.

[NachoNeal]

Trade for the SS Explorer, if that will give you some peace of mind.
Or insure the watch and don't worry about it.
Or seek some counseling on this issue (not a criticism, but just to give you some peace of mind.) Or perhaps even consider self defense classes. (Again, just to give you some inner strength and peace of mind, so you can wear the watch you want to wear).

[amphr1]

Originally Posted by NachoNeal

Trade for the SS Explorer, if that will give you some peace of mind.
Or insure the watch and don't worry about it.
Or seek some counseling on this issue (not a criticism, but just to give you some peace of mind.) Or perhaps even consider self defense classes. (Again, just to give you some inner strength and peace of mind, so you can wear the watch you want to wear).

self defense classes LOL. Why are you joining our class today mister? Oh because I wear a two tone.LOL

[Cauhauna]

i'll keep my thoughts on SS vs TT to myself.
OP: you're assuming that thieves are less likely to steal your SS watch than your TT watch. That is an incorrect assumption, imo. At best, it's a false sense of security.

[NachoNeal]

Originally Posted by amphora001

self defense classes LOL. Why are you joining our class today mister? Oh because I wear a two tone.LOL

lol. that did make me laugh. I guess you could say the same thing about seeking psychological counseling. So why are you here today mister? Divorce? Death in the family? Lost your job? No, I want to wear a two tone!