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Urosfan · 24 June 2014, 05:41 AM

Hello all,

Im just about to pull the trigger on polar exp 2, when all of a sudden the daytona white dial popped in my head, the only thing which made me pause a bit was dropping approx five grand more for the daytona im now sitting here thinking if i should go with my original choice of the polar or spend the extra money for the daytona, im just not sure what to do. But i wanna decide this week cause i have the itch that needs to be scratched. Jcheers

thomaspp · 24 June 2014, 05:45 AM

Both are great watches and it's a personal choice of course. For me I would be thinking how your new watch will compliment your current watches and what your needs are. The Daytona does have an almost cult following/status though and that carries a lot of weight.

FTX I · 24 June 2014, 05:47 AM

Daytona gets my vote. I have 6.5 wrists so no Exp II for me. Both great watches and Im sure you will be happy with your choice. Cheers.

Urosfan · 24 June 2014, 05:49 AM

Thanks thomas for the quick reply my thinking that five grand extra could go towards another peice lol. I dont have specific needs i just wanna another sports watch. Just wanna justifiy dropping around five on it thats all

Metalheart · 24 June 2014, 05:49 AM

Will you need the GMT function more or the chronograph? What size fits you best? You can never go wrong with either, but if function isn't a determining factor, go for the Daytona. You will not regret it.

Eric Chan · 24 June 2014, 05:52 AM

Assuming cost is not a factor, go with the one that suits your needs and wants the most.

If you feel the difference in cost is better spent on another sports watch, then go ahead and do so.

The Daytona is a watch that is worth the price, especially considering the movement and the rarity (not so much in recent years) in various areas of the world. Still do not come across this much in my neck of the woods.

Both choices are fine timepieces. Just get the one that makes you the most happy.

Urosfan · 24 June 2014, 05:53 AM

Both fit real well and functions of both is not a deciding factor

antbkny · 24 June 2014, 05:53 AM

take a pic with each on your wrist then review the pics for a few days

Urosfan · 24 June 2014, 05:58 AM

I just have to take everyones advice and come to a conclusion. I just wish watch decision making was not so complicating 😛

mike · 24 June 2014, 05:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Urosfan

Both fit real well and functions of both is not a deciding factor

If that's the case then listen to your heart and not you head.

Steel28 · 24 June 2014, 06:00 AM

Try picturing both watches on your wrist for a few days and see which one you want more. If you get Polar II but really wanted Daytona it will bug you going forward.

Good luck with your decision.

AK797 · 24 June 2014, 09:51 AM

I would always get the watch I liked the most.

ExplorerChris · 24 June 2014, 09:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Urosfan

Hello all,

Im just about to pull the trigger on polar exp 2, when all of a sudden the daytona white dial popped in my head, the only thing which made me pause a bit was dropping approx five grand more for the daytona im now sitting here thinking if i should go with my original choice of the polar or spend the extra money for the daytona, im just not sure what to do. But i wanna decide this week cause i have the itch that needs to be scratched. Jcheers

If you can afford it get the Daytona NOW!!!
I would so get one if I could afford it.
I'd sell a kidney to get one.

tkerrmd · 24 June 2014, 09:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Urosfan

Hello all,

Im just about to pull the trigger on polar exp 2, when all of a sudden the daytona white dial popped in my head, the only thing which made me pause a bit was dropping approx five grand more for the daytona im now sitting here thinking if i should go with my original choice of the polar or spend the extra money for the daytona, im just not sure what to do. But i wanna decide this week cause i have the itch that needs to be scratched. Jcheers

You wanted the polar just get it things will always pop into your head. Stay the course, the Daytona will always be there, save the five k be happy

Now if you asked which one, well the Daytona is a no brainer for me

Urosfan · 24 June 2014, 09:59 AM

Thanks for the input guys/gals

beshannon · 24 June 2014, 10:01 AM

Buy the one you want the most first!

tfly212 · 24 June 2014, 10:02 AM

Don't think of it as an extra $5K to get the Daytona, think of it as an extra $12K when you get the explorer and 2 weeks later find yourself buying the Daytona. Just buy the daytona now. Boom! I just saved you $7K.

From my Note 2 running AllianceROM 25

KINGROLESAR · 24 June 2014, 10:04 AM

I prefer the explorer but I'm an owner. Now we all know the problem with this addictive hobby - you will want another one. I say get the explorer now it's a great piece and the 5k is a great start on the next...... which you will want in about 3 months.

GradyPhilpott · 24 June 2014, 10:06 AM

Buy one and start saving for the other.

Urosfan · 24 June 2014, 10:12 AM

You guys don't make my decision any easier lol, you guys are the best

Rolextraderflorida · 24 June 2014, 10:20 AM

Of the two, I choose explorer 2...Simply because I love its understated awesomness!! and it has a date window

Landshark33 · 24 June 2014, 10:20 AM

Have the Polar Exp 2, love it. If you get a good price on it, you can always flip or trade it towards a Daytona later if you decide that is what you want.

KINGROLESAR · 24 June 2014, 10:29 AM

mfer · 24 June 2014, 10:47 AM

If you get a fair deal on the expy, then you won't lose much to trade up.

Urosfan · 24 June 2014, 10:49 AM

I got a very good deal on polar 2 if I choose it

Kiddodoc · 24 June 2014, 10:53 AM

The Explorer II is a nice reference but I like the Daytona much more. If it were me, the Daytona would be the one but it is your decision. Get what sings to you. Resale on a Daytona is way better and an Exp II.

Urosfan · 26 June 2014, 06:32 AM

Just got back from trying on the Daytona, beautiful watch but it wears and plays to small for my wrist, I guess the daytona is out

Daytona4130 · 26 June 2014, 06:44 AM

I like them both, but if I had to pick- Daytona

Urosfan · 26 June 2014, 08:58 AM

Don't get me wrong great watch it just wasn't proportional to my size I'm a tall guy just looked a little out of place on my frame. I wish it wore more like my hulk, then it would have been no contest

Headshrinker · 26 June 2014, 09:00 AM

Five thousand dollars is a lot of money if you were not prepared to spend it. The Explorer 2 is a great watch. I suspect the Daytona will follow. Think of it this way: you can have both, just the order differs.

24 June 2014, 05:41 AM	#1
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Second thoughts Hello all, Im just about to pull the trigger on polar exp 2, when all of a sudden the daytona white dial popped in my head, the only thing which made me pause a bit was dropping approx five grand more for the daytona im now sitting here thinking if i should go with my original choice of the polar or spend the extra money for the daytona, im just not sure what to do. But i wanna decide this week cause i have the itch that needs to be scratched. Jcheers

24 June 2014, 05:45 AM	#2
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	Both are great watches and it's a personal choice of course. For me I would be thinking how your new watch will compliment your current watches and what your needs are. The Daytona does have an almost cult following/status though and that carries a lot of weight. __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

24 June 2014, 05:49 AM	#5
Metalheart "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NJ Watch: 116610LN, 116234 Posts: 211	Will you need the GMT function more or the chronograph? What size fits you best? You can never go wrong with either, but if function isn't a determining factor, go for the Daytona. You will not regret it. __________________ 116610LN, 116234

24 June 2014, 10:01 AM	#16
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Buy the one you want the most first! __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

24 June 2014, 10:04 AM	#18
KINGROLESAR "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Drew Location: PHILADELPHIA Watch: CROWN MARKED Posts: 2,158	I prefer the explorer but I'm an owner. Now we all know the problem with this addictive hobby - you will want another one. I say get the explorer now it's a great piece and the 5k is a great start on the next...... which you will want in about 3 months. __________________ "Raise your glass high, those here for those not with but a sigh; for enjoy each day, it comes but once, then quickly to the past as it must" - King Rolesar 03

24 June 2014, 05:47 AM	#3
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	Daytona gets my vote. I have 6.5 wrists so no Exp II for me. Both great watches and Im sure you will be happy with your choice. Cheers.

24 June 2014, 05:52 AM	#6
Eric Chan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Eric Chan Location: Vancouver, BC CAN Watch: Day-Date 118238 Posts: 8,798	Assuming cost is not a factor, go with the one that suits your needs and wants the most. If you feel the difference in cost is better spent on another sports watch, then go ahead and do so. The Daytona is a watch that is worth the price, especially considering the movement and the rarity (not so much in recent years) in various areas of the world. Still do not come across this much in my neck of the woods. Both choices are fine timepieces. Just get the one that makes you the most happy.

24 June 2014, 05:53 AM	#7
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Both fit real well and functions of both is not a deciding factor

24 June 2014, 05:53 AM	#8
antbkny "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Anthony Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Dblue Posts: 6,723	take a pic with each on your wrist then review the pics for a few days

24 June 2014, 05:58 AM	#9
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	I just have to take everyones advice and come to a conclusion. I just wish watch decision making was not so complicating 😛

24 June 2014, 06:00 AM	#11
Steel28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Canada Watch: BLNR Posts: 1,019	Try picturing both watches on your wrist for a few days and see which one you want more. If you get Polar II but really wanted Daytona it will bug you going forward. Good luck with your decision.

24 June 2014, 09:51 AM	#12
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I would always get the watch I liked the most.

24 June 2014, 09:59 AM	#15
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Thanks for the input guys/gals

24 June 2014, 10:02 AM	#17
tfly212 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Terry Location: New York City Watch: Daytona or BLNR Posts: 491	Don't think of it as an extra $5K to get the Daytona, think of it as an extra $12K when you get the explorer and 2 weeks later find yourself buying the Daytona. Just buy the daytona now. Boom! I just saved you $7K. From my Note 2 running AllianceROM 25

24 June 2014, 10:06 AM	#19
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,460	Buy one and start saving for the other. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

24 June 2014, 10:12 AM	#20
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	You guys don't make my decision any easier lol, you guys are the best

24 June 2014, 10:20 AM	#21
Rolextraderflorida "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Brett Location: Florida Watch: 228238 Posts: 1,408	Of the two, I choose explorer 2...Simply because I love its understated awesomness!! and it has a date window

24 June 2014, 10:20 AM	#22
Landshark33 Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Greg Location: DC area Watch: SubC Posts: 103	Have the Polar Exp 2, love it. If you get a good price on it, you can always flip or trade it towards a Daytona later if you decide that is what you want.

24 June 2014, 10:29 AM	#23
KINGROLESAR "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Drew Location: PHILADELPHIA Watch: CROWN MARKED Posts: 2,158	Attached Images __________________ "Raise your glass high, those here for those not with but a sigh; for enjoy each day, it comes but once, then quickly to the past as it must" - King Rolesar 03

24 June 2014, 10:47 AM	#24
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	If you get a fair deal on the expy, then you won't lose much to trade up. __________________ member#3242

24 June 2014, 10:49 AM	#25
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	I got a very good deal on polar 2 if I choose it

24 June 2014, 10:53 AM	#26
Kiddodoc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: Texas Watch: 15 and counting! Posts: 3,531	The Explorer II is a nice reference but I like the Daytona much more. If it were me, the Daytona would be the one but it is your decision. Get what sings to you. Resale on a Daytona is way better and an Exp II.

26 June 2014, 06:32 AM	#27
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Just got back from trying on the Daytona, beautiful watch but it wears and plays to small for my wrist, I guess the daytona is out

26 June 2014, 06:44 AM	#28
Daytona4130 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Jack Location: 'Murica Watch: HBO:) Posts: 1,363	I like them both, but if I had to pick- Daytona

26 June 2014, 08:58 AM	#29
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Don't get me wrong great watch it just wasn't proportional to my size I'm a tall guy just looked a little out of place on my frame. I wish it wore more like my hulk, then it would have been no contest

26 June 2014, 09:00 AM	#30
Headshrinker "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NJ Watch: Day-Date Posts: 4,056	Five thousand dollars is a lot of money if you were not prepared to spend it. The Explorer 2 is a great watch. I suspect the Daytona will follow. Think of it this way: you can have both, just the order differs.

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