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PAKLOKKEI · 12 November 2010, 08:09 PM

Which you would pick and why ?

Thanks
Anthony

Sunshine · 12 November 2010, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by PAKLOKKEI

Which you would pick and why ?

Thanks
Anthony

Try to find a 6451 for sale. I know of one that sold at Tiffany's for $150. When your tired of that look for a 1019, you can find these, the last one I found no box and no papers sold for $34.000.

Now look for an Explorer, other than a Steve McQueen and try to find one in this price range.

My point is in the long run the 116400 will not only hold it's value more but will all ways hold the history of the Milgauss..

Singslinger · 12 November 2010, 08:43 PM

Close one, but I'd go for the Milgauss.

It has more color on the dial, has a heftier feel because of the dual case and I like the lightning bolt hand.

The GMT Master · 12 November 2010, 08:44 PM

I would go for the Explorer, it sits a little lower on the wrist, its substantial without being too heavy, and a little more understated

LoveRolex · 12 November 2010, 08:59 PM

I was at my local AD tying both of them watches on. In my opinion the explorer was much more comfortable and the dial was amazing. Buy the explorer.

Carlos98326194 · 12 November 2010, 09:05 PM

Both excellent but I would personally go with Milgauss

dalip · 12 November 2010, 09:08 PM

Milgauss for me... Enjoy the dial... Case....weight....

TheDude · 12 November 2010, 10:08 PM

Tough choice. Would be easier if Rolex made the Milgauss bracelet brushed...

When I have tried on the Milgauss, I have been pretty surprised at how low it sits so I'm not sure its height or how it sits on the wrist should be an issue here.

chillviper · 12 November 2010, 11:12 PM

Milgauss!!!!!!

Puffy · 13 November 2010, 12:32 AM

Milgauss, better looking, dial, case adds to its appeal

Route 66 · 13 November 2010, 12:59 AM

I'd go with the Explorer, but I'm biased.

I never really liked the lighting bold second hand on the Milgauss.

CoopJr · 13 November 2010, 01:01 AM

I like the Milguass better but I wish the bracelet was brushed and had a flip lock.

fc3s2k · 13 November 2010, 01:17 AM

Explorer
But
If the milgauss has the bracelet of the Explorer then I'll pick the milgauss

moo · 13 November 2010, 01:25 AM

milgauss no contest.

Although the explorer would be more comfortable because it lighter and has a slimmer profile...the milgauss has a great design IMO. Really like the lightening bolt seconds hand :-)

dsio · 13 November 2010, 01:32 AM

Milgauss 4tw

stockrabbit · 13 November 2010, 01:35 AM

I think the 214270 image posted is of a replica, BTW...

Dr. Robert · 13 November 2010, 02:02 AM

My vote is for explorer if you want a more "tool" watch.......milgaus is sort of a dressy look for a "tool" watch.

zak98 · 13 November 2010, 02:27 AM

milgauss. weight, size.

cody p · 13 November 2010, 03:40 AM

milgauss for me!

tfarchio · 13 November 2010, 03:44 AM

I'm not a fan of the new Explorer, or the new size. I know the changes are not major but they were enough to change the overall look. I don't think they should have messed with a good thing, IMHO.

I would go with the Milgauss.

PHDX2 · 13 November 2010, 03:49 AM

Explorer. Simple but very cool!

BigMac53 · 13 November 2010, 03:49 AM

Milgauss. I like the unique look wehreas the Explorer is kind of stale looking IMO.

alexxelor · 13 November 2010, 04:00 AM

milgauss

esm · 13 November 2010, 04:01 AM

116400 if you can go pass the lighting bolt hand.
Tried the 39mm EXP today... It didn't sing to me. It is a simple and handsome watch though.

LostInTime · 13 November 2010, 04:24 AM

You won't grow tired of the Explorer in a couple years. While the orange highlights and bolt hand excite some people, they are not classic at all and I can see the novelty quickly wearing off. The Explorer is also more comfortable.

steven.veres · 13 November 2010, 05:13 AM

In my opinion, Milgauss for sure.

The hands on the Explorer don't look right on that style watch.

The hands on the Milgauss compliment the dial.
The dial on the Explorer: oversized 3,6,9 triangle? Seriously?

The Milgauss dial is more symmetrical and aesthetic.
I like the polished look better, it's a more modern and classy look in my opinion.
Unique crystal and second hand make the Milguass one of a kind in the watch world. "instantly recognizable"

Art 1 · 13 November 2010, 05:46 AM

Interesting question. I owned a blk dial Mil for a few years. Got it very early after they were released. Nice watch, heavy, stands out, easy enough to read, a bit top heavy. Just never really liked it enough to keep, felt like I was wearing a beacon on my wrist, especially at church.

Tried on the 39mm Explorer the other day, really liked it, nice size and comfy, easy to read, stealthy. The Mil bracelet is good but doesn't have the flip lock, this always bothered me. I like the Exp bracelet better.

For me the Exp would be the better choice. More comfy, less top heavy, flip lock bracelet. Whenever I looked at the Mil my eyes were always drawn to the second hand, not because of the bolt design but because of it's bright orange color.

R1@160@alltimes · 13 November 2010, 05:50 AM

Milgauss for me. I prefer the hefty double case and the lightning bolt seconds hand

Rolexer! · 13 November 2010, 05:52 AM

Why would you need to have a watch that is protected against magnetic fields and is noticeably heavier?
go for the Explorer

beaujarle · 13 November 2010, 09:09 AM

Milgauss...unique & a head turner.

12 November 2010, 08:09 PM	#1
PAKLOKKEI "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 158	Milgauss 116400 or Explorer1 39mm Which you would pick and why ? Thanks Anthony Attached Images __________________ 116660 serial G 116520 White serial M 116400GV serial V 3570.50 Speedy Pro

12 November 2010, 09:05 PM	#6
Carlos98326194 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Carlos Location: UK Watch: ing YOU! Posts: 1,121	Both excellent but I would personally go with Milgauss __________________ 16610 116400GV 116520W 00112 116710LN 16610LV 00292 116520B

12 November 2010, 09:08 PM	#7
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	Milgauss for me... Enjoy the dial... Case....weight.... __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

13 November 2010, 12:32 AM	#10
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	Milgauss, better looking, dial, case adds to its appeal __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

13 November 2010, 01:32 AM	#15
dsio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Ashley Location: Brisbane Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 '79 Posts: 2,301	Milgauss 4tw __________________ -- Omega Seamaster Grand-Lux Stepped Pie-Pan 14K Gold OJ2627 '53 -- -- Omega Cal 320 Chronograph 18K Gold OT2872 '58 -- -- Omega Cal 321 Speedmaster Pro 145.012 '67 -- -- Rolex Submariner 1680 "Ghost" '79 -- -- Rolex SS Daytona 116520 '04 --

12 November 2010, 08:43 PM	#3
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	Close one, but I'd go for the Milgauss. It has more color on the dial, has a heftier feel because of the dual case and I like the lightning bolt hand.

12 November 2010, 08:44 PM	#4
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	I would go for the Explorer, it sits a little lower on the wrist, its substantial without being too heavy, and a little more understated

12 November 2010, 08:59 PM	#5
LoveRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: UK Watch: SubC. Posts: 1	I was at my local AD tying both of them watches on. In my opinion the explorer was much more comfortable and the dial was amazing. Buy the explorer.

12 November 2010, 10:08 PM	#8
TheDude "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: DC Area, USA Watch: IIc,1680 Red,16660 Posts: 4,492	Tough choice. Would be easier if Rolex made the Milgauss bracelet brushed... When I have tried on the Milgauss, I have been pretty surprised at how low it sits so I'm not sure its height or how it sits on the wrist should be an issue here.

12 November 2010, 11:12 PM	#9
chillviper "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Atlanta Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 509	Milgauss!!!!!!

13 November 2010, 12:59 AM	#11
Route 66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Steve Location: Burbank, CA Watch: 214270 Mark II Posts: 4,121	I'd go with the Explorer, but I'm biased. I never really liked the lighting bold second hand on the Milgauss.

13 November 2010, 01:01 AM	#12
CoopJr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Coop Location: U.S.A. Watch: Subs Posts: 6,455	I like the Milguass better but I wish the bracelet was brushed and had a flip lock.

13 November 2010, 01:17 AM	#13
fc3s2k "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Barry Location: california Watch: OFFICINE PANERAI Posts: 1,289	Explorer But If the milgauss has the bracelet of the Explorer then I'll pick the milgauss

13 November 2010, 01:25 AM	#14
moo Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Mohammed Location: Dubai Posts: 62	milgauss no contest. Although the explorer would be more comfortable because it lighter and has a slimmer profile...the milgauss has a great design IMO. Really like the lightening bolt seconds hand :-)

13 November 2010, 01:35 AM	#16
stockrabbit "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 32	I think the 214270 image posted is of a replica, BTW...

13 November 2010, 02:02 AM	#17
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,277	My vote is for explorer if you want a more "tool" watch.......milgaus is sort of a dressy look for a "tool" watch. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

13 November 2010, 02:27 AM	#18
zak98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: TN Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,166	milgauss. weight, size. __________________ Z- Submariner; P- Airking; R- DateJust; M- GMTII; C0 - Milgauss GV Breitling SuperOcean Heritage 46 Omega Speedmaster Racing Panerai PAM390

13 November 2010, 03:40 AM	#19
cody p "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Canada Watch: Air-King 114200 Posts: 2,878	milgauss for me!

13 November 2010, 03:44 AM	#20
tfarchio "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Todd Location: Boston Watch: Explorer I Posts: 144	I'm not a fan of the new Explorer, or the new size. I know the changes are not major but they were enough to change the overall look. I don't think they should have messed with a good thing, IMHO. I would go with the Milgauss.

13 November 2010, 03:49 AM	#21
PHDX2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: John Location: MS & LA Watch: Rolex Day-Date II Posts: 1,084	Explorer. Simple but very cool! __________________ - John >>> Rolex & Porsche Owner/Enthusiast <<<

13 November 2010, 03:49 AM	#22
BigMac53 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jon Location: CT Posts: 729	Milgauss. I like the unique look wehreas the Explorer is kind of stale looking IMO.

13 November 2010, 04:00 AM	#23
alexxelor Banned Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: alessandro Location: ROMA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 675	milgauss

13 November 2010, 04:01 AM	#24
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	116400 if you can go pass the lighting bolt hand. Tried the 39mm EXP today... It didn't sing to me. It is a simple and handsome watch though.

13 November 2010, 04:24 AM	#25
LostInTime "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Is Everything Posts: 205	You won't grow tired of the Explorer in a couple years. While the orange highlights and bolt hand excite some people, they are not classic at all and I can see the novelty quickly wearing off. The Explorer is also more comfortable.

13 November 2010, 05:13 AM	#26
steven.veres "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 152	In my opinion, Milgauss for sure. The hands on the Explorer don't look right on that style watch. The hands on the Milgauss compliment the dial. The dial on the Explorer: oversized 3,6,9 triangle? Seriously? The Milgauss dial is more symmetrical and aesthetic. I like the polished look better, it's a more modern and classy look in my opinion. Unique crystal and second hand make the Milguass one of a kind in the watch world. "instantly recognizable"

13 November 2010, 05:46 AM	#27
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Interesting question. I owned a blk dial Mil for a few years. Got it very early after they were released. Nice watch, heavy, stands out, easy enough to read, a bit top heavy. Just never really liked it enough to keep, felt like I was wearing a beacon on my wrist, especially at church. Tried on the 39mm Explorer the other day, really liked it, nice size and comfy, easy to read, stealthy. The Mil bracelet is good but doesn't have the flip lock, this always bothered me. I like the Exp bracelet better. For me the Exp would be the better choice. More comfy, less top heavy, flip lock bracelet. Whenever I looked at the Mil my eyes were always drawn to the second hand, not because of the bolt design but because of it's bright orange color.

13 November 2010, 05:50 AM	#28
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	Milgauss for me. I prefer the hefty double case and the lightning bolt seconds hand __________________

13 November 2010, 05:52 AM	#29
Rolexer! Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: UAE Posts: 16	Why would you need to have a watch that is protected against magnetic fields and is noticeably heavier? go for the Explorer

13 November 2010, 09:09 AM	#30
beaujarle "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: DXB Posts: 166	Milgauss...unique & a head turner. __________________ PAM 183, Q series & PAM 531, R Series DJII green Romans Sub C LV "The Hulk" GMT II K Serial, Submariner TT LB Milgauss GV and PAM 111 - FLIPPED!! Oris TT3 Day/Date, Seamaster 2254.50

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