I'm considering trading my OP39 for an Explorer..Thoughts?

[daOnlyBG]

I’d wait until this year’s Basel releases, just to see what changes Rolex might do to the Explorer I (i.e., present one with a while dial) or even any changes to the Oyster Perpetual.

Since you asked for our opinions, though, I’d keep the OP39.


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[lostis4d]

Explorer 114270 is one of the best all rounders imo

I would trade ASAP.

[whatsthetime?]

Originally Posted by worldofoyster

get what you like, but personally i think the op is a nice piece, simple yet classic

+1

[904VT]

[QUOTE=CNDguy;10301396]

Originally Posted by 904VT

What are you talking about several thousand dollar price difference? It’s $800 roughly USD. I know you guys in Canada have been getting cheap Rolex for years now with the weak currency translations and low MSRPs. It’s $800 or so more for a safety lock clasp which is required for exploring imo and improved lume function. Pretty reasonable in the watch world imo[/QUOT

Here it’s 1200 difference so yeah I was a little off. I sincerely apologize sir.
I’ll take weak currency over all your country’s issues.
Anyways too many rude ppl here. Rolex forum is the absolute worst environment.
I will not be back, ban me please mods.
Oh and I forgot fuck you

Again what are you even talking about. All I said was it was not thousands of dollars difference and explained why there is a premium for an Explorer features. The price isn’t thousands of dollars difference in any country. The Canadian prices have been skewed for a number of years which is why it’s been so difficult to obtain watches with international purchasers coming in. Same as UK has experienced lately. All my country’s issues hmm keep being positive

Learn how to use the quote feature so it doesn’t look like I’m the one littering it with profanity

[Junior_]

Most people are right when saying get what sings to you, not what others like.

That said, since you are asking for opinions, I love the white OP and never really liked the Explorer.

[Harry-57]

Get what you like. I sounds like you like the Explorer. You won't have any trouble shifting that lovely OP.

I'd keep both. But I guess that isn't an option.

[HogwldFLTR]

I think the OP is stellar!!! The only reason to go with the Exp imho is if you need better night legibility.

[VegasMilgauss]

I would upgrade- go for it, you can always go back.

[Greg 59]

Originally Posted by Yess

The white OP gets a lot of love -- seems to be a favourite and a 'classic'.
I am trying to track down a Rhodium 39mm OP at the moment as I find the white and the black OP just too bland. You mentioned the monochrome dial, do you think if you had the rhodium or blue (or dare I say, grape) you'd feel different?

Like this one perhaps?

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[whatsthetime?]

Originally Posted by VegasMilgauss

I would upgrade- go for it, you can always go back.

Just because one watch may cost more than another definitely doesn't mean it's an "upgrade". It's a matter of personal preference, that's all.

[daOnlyBG]

Originally Posted by whatsthetime?

Just because one watch may cost more than another definitely doesn't mean it's an "upgrade". It's a matter of personal preference, that's all.

Agreed- and in this particular case, I actually believe it’s a downgrade.


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[nighthawk77]

I was in a similar position to yourself a little while ago. Had the OP but after trying an Explorer, yearned for one of those. A few months down the line picked one up from my AD and have recently sold the OP. Never looked back, though I think a white dial in any collection is a nice to have.

Whilst I had both I wrote up a comparison. I can’t speak about older references of the Explorer too much, but if you’re used to the current build quality, having a new watch and will appreciate elements such as the easylink then I’d go for a 214270.

Here’s my write up;


214270 vs 114300 - Incoming & Follow Up Thread (Long read!)
https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink/top...ink_source=app

[Geckobros]

I sold my OP39 white dial and it was purchased to mark an occasion. With that being said, it is a wonderful watch that didn't beg for attention. It has classy detail and an every day "wear feel" about it. Having owned one I can certainly see why it is becoming a watch collectors favorite that seems to escape the Rolex love/hate brand debate.

Another watched called out to me and it sounds like that is the same for you as well. You have to do what you want. I already have too many watches so I am trying to keep to a reasonable number that I will actually wear. They are luxury goods and we buy them for how they make us feel. Good luck.

[NachoNeal]

Originally Posted by daOnlyBG

Agreed- and in this particular case, I actually believe it’s a downgrade.


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Shots fired!

[daOnlyBG]

Originally Posted by NachoNeal

Shots fired!

Obviously, people are allowed to disagree with me. It's not personal shot toward anyone's taste.

One guy here said that the OP39 didn't scratch his Explorer I itch. That's cool. Personally, I don't see anything significant between the two watches, and wouldn't spend more just to have "3-6-9" on the dial.

[gold&black]

Love my Rhodium OP!

[whatsthetime?]

Love my Rhodium OP!

That's a beautie.

[Bybybmw]

My blue dial OP, to my eyes, looks dang near identical to the Exp. Yes there are minor differences but one has to really scrutinize to note them. So to me, going from the OP to the Exp. is nothing more than a lateral move. I wouldn't do it but that's me.

[justintime1986]

Originally Posted by tahitianmoon

I recently picked up a white dial OP39. It's a beautiful watch but I keep getting drawn back to the Explorer. I find myself questioning the 39mm size of the dial- it just seems too big for such monochrome dial. I have the opportunity to trade this OP for a D serial Explorer 114270. Am I crazy?? Thoughts?

beautiful watch.... have fun with it.

[gold&black]

Originally Posted by whatsthetime?

That's a beautie.

Thanks it was a wedding gift so a definite keeper for me!

[whatsthetime?]

Originally Posted by gold&black

Thanks it was a wedding gift so a definite keeper for me!

*Beauty.
Damn spell-check!

[JSolution]

Originally Posted by MSchu

Mathematicians call it the fingerprint of god...



And if you closely, you can make out another symbol.

Some Imaginery lines drawn between a number doesn’t make it more appealing to me

[vman]

Keep the OP. It is a solid Rolex that does not draw too much attention to itself.

[Theoffice]

Explorer is what nicer ! Go for it !

[Verdi]

Thinking about this......I would not probably change the OP for the Explorer, although I prefer it.

I would get the DJ instead.

[ASchwartz]

Originally Posted by ASchwartz

Just do what I did.

[HKBC]

Vote for explorer I

[brucethemanlee]

I’d get the explorer


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[truebump]

I'm actually considering the same thing. I have an OP39 and it's great, I just wish it were a little smaller. I'm a recent 36mm convert for time only watches. I used to have a 14270 but at the time I felt it was too slight and jangly, I would welcome that trade; OP39 for 114270. I would miss the modern build quality a bit, but I just can't let the explorer go. My ideal watch would be if they made the current model in a 36mm size, or even 37mm. Seems like with Rolexes there is always some minor detail that I wish they would change. For instance I wish the explorers had a domed bezel like the oyster perpetuals do.

[Nav01L]

The original Explorer has more in common with your OP 39 than with a modern 214270... just saying...