114300 black vs 214270

[thlax]

Originally Posted by Americany13

Instant classic! wear it in good health.

[VOT]

White polar OP39 - is it good for all types of clothes and even suits?

[Brny11]

OP white or Exp1 (if black).


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[thlax]

Originally Posted by VOT

White polar OP39 - is it good for all types of clothes and even suits?

I wear in my birthday suit, summer suits, winter suits, blazers, khakis, polos, oxfords. Never feel like im to sporty as if I was in a Sub (although i did that a lot) and never feel dressed down in just t-shirt and pants. One of the most versatile pieces IMO and cant say enough about the white dial is truly beautiful.

Let me know if there are any specific photos of the OP39 you'd like I may try and take for you.

[Justindo]

Originally Posted by VOT

White polar OP39 - is it good for all types of clothes and even suits?

A white dial will go with anything and is less sporty than black, in my opinion.

[RoRoRo]

Wimbledon dial for sure. More versatile. Black explorer looks too harsh if you wear a lot of blue clothing imho

[timeldn]

DJ Looks Amazing.

[carloman]

I am extremely partial to the versatility of the Explorer, but I think that the Datejust is a much better option for someone that specifically stated he's always in suits. I'd go classic (jubilee bracelet and fluted bezel, black or white dial).

On the other hand, if you want something a little more subtle that doesn't shout to the world that it's a Rolex, then the OP in black would do the trick.

That being said, here are my reasons for strongly considering the Explorer:

Regarding the easylink extension, I couldn't imagine wearing a watch that didn't have adjustability. My wrist easily expands/contracts within the 5mm allowed for by the easylink depending on the weather.

I had a Seamaster Professional in the past whose clasp opened on me while swimming due to some grit impeding the lock (interesting that sand would be encountered by a diver's watch! Who could have possibly predicted such a condition would have to be dealt with in the ocean? Certainly not Omega.) because of its odd double button "safety" clasp.

In contrast, I simply ADORE the peace of mind that comes after the audible "click" of closing the oyster lock and enjoy it every morning when I put on the watch.

By the way, we've been in Riga since June and it's gotten so warm lately that without the easylink extension I would surely be struggling with a tight fit, and my watch is something I don't want to have nagging me. With Saint-Petersburgh basically around the corner, I'm sure you experience similar weather fluctuations, so keep that in mind.

Enjoy the search, and I hope all this helps somewhat with your decision.

[JSL420]

Tried both, I went with the Explorer, depends what you’re looking for, the white dial OP is a great looking watch, also cost less.
The explorer is more sporty and I personally use easylink quite often.
Can’t go wrong either

[RHIII]

Explorer. It is JUST enough of both worlds in my opinion. It is a PERFECT everyday watch.

[thlax]

Originally Posted by carloman

Regarding the easylink extension, I couldn't imagine wearing a watch that didn't have adjustability. My wrist easily expands/contracts within the 5mm allowed for by the easylink depending on the weather.

Never missed easylink. Sometimes watch is tight, sometimes looser. Some people wear their watches always loose, somewhere them always tight. Is what it is. I'd only ever use the glidlock clasp on the DSSD model.

Originally Posted by carloman

I had a Seamaster Professional in the past whose clasp opened on me while swimming due to some grit impeding the lock (interesting that sand would be encountered by a diver's watch! Who could have possibly predicted such a condition would have to be dealt with in the ocean? Certainly not Omega.) because of its odd double button "safety" clasp.

OP is not a sport divers watch, however i can say it has survived countless adventures on the Cape and Nantucket perfectly fine. Yes i wore in the water, yes i dug in the sand. Clasp was fine.

Originally Posted by carloman

In contrast, I simply ADORE the peace of mind that comes after the audible "click" of closing the oyster lock and enjoy it every morning when I put on the watch.

The double click lock is a "nice to have" IMO as I have never had my watch pop open. I do agree it gives an extra layer of security however as said before the OP is not a dive watch so if it did "pop" open from something somehow, it would just slide down my wrist, not off my hand.

Originally Posted by carloman

By the way, we've been in Riga since June and it's gotten so warm lately that without the easylink extension I would surely be struggling with a tight fit, and my watch is something I don't want to have nagging me. With Saint-Petersburgh basically around the corner, I'm sure you experience similar weather fluctuations, so keep that in mind.

If you are using your watch to record certain events where a bezel would be helpful, I am not sure if OP is the right choice for timing events via a bezel or chrono...but as long as you can add simple numbers and remember when something starts, youll be fine :)

[thlax]

Originally Posted by VOT

What about black dots on white dial? I think they are too black and disbalance the dial.

Didn't even notice them until you mentioned them in this post. they blend right into the minute tick marks and bezel I haven't noticed the black dots at all. Now that I do, my life has not changed. I am alive

[Atlantic]

Originally Posted by VOT

But how I know, do I really need this Easylink?

You don’t. Go with the OP (especially the white dial version), as it has an elegance that the Explorer can not match.

[teabags001]

Datejust 41 by a mile. You will want a date function If it’s your only watch. And let’s keep in mind it just got a new movement so it’s updated also. Easy link. I think the jubilee bracelet dresses it up but the smooth bezel makes it sporty and more modern. Rhodium dial is way more interesting. And you seem like a younger guy. The people you ask on here are normally older and have multiple watches. For a one watch man I would go Dj41 all day. Best bang for your buck. I had the black dial but the crystal always showed smudges. The rhodium dial looks good all the time. With the coating on the crystal Rolex uses I was cleaning my crystal all day. Bothered me to no end. The rhodium not so much.


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[Mr C]

Originally Posted by faz

You started with the two, from which I was going to suggest OP (more dressy, crown on the dial, classy for a daily formal wear), but then you added the DJ41, which to me is a much better choice than the other two for a formal everyday watch, especially since Date is important to me.

So from those three, DJ41 is my recommendation, followed by OP, followed by Exp1 which I love, but not for your purposes.

+1

[N5XTC]

here is my MK2, 7 1/4 wrist.

having trouble posting the image. hhhhmmm, never mind

[Innocenti]

Originally Posted by VOT

But how I know, do I really need this Easylink?

It depends how you like to wear your watch normally, if you wear it snug then the easy link is good , if you normally wear it a little loose the easy link isn’t needed

[N5XTC]

Originally Posted by Innocenti

It depends how you like to wear your watch normally, if you wear it snug then the easy link is good , if you normally wear it a little loose the easy link isn’t needed

i do not find this to be true. i like to wear my watch very loose. my wrist swells (and sweats) when it gets hot outside (80s and above) and i keep the easy link OPEN. when it gets much cooler or in AC for awhile (I close the easy link). maybe i should have it the other way around, but this is the way i had it sized at the AD and it works fine (we removed one link and micro adjustment is all the way loose). do NOT forget there are 3 micro adjustments also, but you need a tool for this, cant do it on the fly.

[Innocenti]

Different for different people.
Personal opinion is the 39mm watches look too big.
So,,
The 36mm Explorer is better laid out and more proportunate than the 39mm Explorer
36mm datejust is a stone cold classic the 39mm to me looks like a fashion watch you’d win at a fairground.
The 36 mm oyster perpetual (116000) with blue 3-6-9 dial ,,, possibly the nicest watch in the current Rolex range.

Out of the ones you listed I’d pick the Explorer

[VOT]

Originally Posted by RoRoRo

Wimbledon dial for sure. More versatile. Black explorer looks too harsh if you wear a lot of blue clothing imho

You mean with green Roman?

[VOT]

Originally Posted by teabags001

Datejust 41 by a mile. You will want a date function If it’s your only watch. And let’s keep in mind it just got a new movement so it’s updated also. Easy link. I think the jubilee bracelet dresses it up but the smooth bezel makes it sporty and more modern. Rhodium dial is way more interesting. And you seem like a younger guy. The people you ask on here are normally older and have multiple watches. For a one watch man I would go Dj41 all day. Best bang for your buck. I had the black dial but the crystal always showed smudges. The rhodium dial looks good all the time. With the coating on the crystal Rolex uses I was cleaning my crystal all day. Bothered me to no end. The rhodium not so much.


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Many thanks! As for me I don't like the Rhodium dial. If it'll be DJ41 I'll buy slate or black dial.

[VOT]

Originally Posted by thlax

I wear in my birthday suit, summer suits, winter suits, blazers, khakis, polos, oxfords. Never feel like im to sporty as if I was in a Sub (although i did that a lot) and never feel dressed down in just t-shirt and pants. One of the most versatile pieces IMO and cant say enough about the white dial is truly beautiful.

Let me know if there are any specific photos of the OP39 you'd like I may try and take for you.

Thank You, It would be nice, if You'll send more photos of the white dial in different light situations.

[VOT]

Originally Posted by Atlantic

You don’t. Go with the OP (especially the white dial version), as it has an elegance that the Explorer can not match.

I need very elegant watch, do You think, that white OP39 more elegant?

[Atlantic]

Originally Posted by VOT

I need very elegant watch, do You think, that white OP39 more elegant?

By far, as in terms of elegance the cyclops on the Datejust and the numerals on the Explorer both detract. In addition, most will agree that a white dial is more elegant than one in black.

Here is a good article on the OP White: https://monochrome-watches.com/rolex...-review-price/

[VOT]

Originally Posted by Atlantic

By far, as in terms of elegance the cyclops on the Datejust and the numerals on the Explorer both detract. In addition, most will agree that a white dial is more elegant than one in black.

Here is a good article on the OP White: https://monochrome-watches.com/rolex...-review-price/

Thank You!!!

[Atlantic]

Originally Posted by VOT

Thank You!!!

You’re welcome! Good luck in your quest! Buying a new watch can be a very pleasurable experience, take your time and enjoy it!

[jagwap]

I would agree with the comment that the OP39 looks better in your pictures. But I think it is because the numbers are reflecting the light, and it is not the same as seeing it live, when the reflections move around.

That said, I think I also prefer the OP39 in this case, as it is just a little more suited to your attire. If you dressed more casually then I would understand if you chose the EXP, but I would lean towards the OP or DJ41 here.

For me the white OP39 or DJ41, fluted on the DJ41. But that fluted bezel is a lot of extra cash for the bit of bling.

[VOT]

Originally Posted by Atlantic

You’re welcome! Good luck in your quest! Buying a new watch can be a very pleasurable experience, take your time and enjoy it!

Thanks!
My first watch was DJ36 116200 white roman on oyster in the distant 2012. I was a student and did not understand what is Rolex. I had them for 1,5 year, then sold them and bought Hermes Apple watch, then Hermes Apple watch 2, etc. But now I understand what is Rolex, using Blackberry Key2, not Apple and working in the governmental sphere. What I didn't like about 116200 during 1,5 year of using them: small size for my eyes (I don't know why, but they felt too small on my wrist), a lot of scratches on polished links, the window of the magnifying glass faded, it was hard to see the date. The man, who bought my watch, made polishing and the watch became really like new (even the magnifying glass). He sent me photos and I was really shocked. But polishing is not for me. And of course I would like to avoid it in every possible way. This time I decided to approach the choice of the watch more thoroughly and exclude all sorts of problems on the shore.

[VOT]

Originally Posted by jagwap

I would agree with the comment that the OP39 looks better in your pictures. But I think it is because the numbers are reflecting the light, and it is not the same as seeing it live, when the reflections move around.

That said, I think I also prefer the OP39 in this case, as it is just a little more suited to your attire. If you dressed more casually then I would understand if you chose the EXP, but I would lean towards the OP or DJ41 here.

For me the white OP39 or DJ41, fluted on the DJ41. But that fluted bezel is a lot of extra cash for the bit of bling.

I really like fluted Rolex and gold/steel too. But they are too too shiny for my lifestyle and career. I need simple elegance. Everyday watch for every occasion, always on me. I don't want to put my watch in the pocket while doing fitness, playing tennis or swimming. I need the toolwatch, that is why I am searching from the Rolex models.

[opawlows]

Based on your pics my choice would be the Datejust with Rhodium dial, followed by the OP then the Explorer.