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B Square · 12 December 2008, 07:04 AM

Guys I really want a white dial and am torn between the Milgauss and the Expy II. Since I already have the Sub I'm leaning toward the Milgauss. I love the orange markings but don't like the fact it has no date. Also I beleive the bracelet is different. Price and resale are not important. Opinions please... Thanks

Boyd

acollins10 · 12 December 2008, 07:43 AM

You can't beat the clean look of the EX 2. Either way you will get a great watch.

TheVTCGuy · 12 December 2008, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by acollins10

You can't beat the clean look of the EX 2. Either way you will get a great watch.

X2

While the Mil is exceptional, I really like the Explorer II.

kelly56 · 12 December 2008, 07:47 AM

I'd have to go with the Exp II.

ohsixx · 12 December 2008, 07:51 AM

The white dial Explorer II is the "cleanest" Rolex. This is my son's watch:

mfer · 12 December 2008, 07:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B Square

Guys I really want a white dial and am torn between the Milgauss and the Expy II. Since I already have the Sub I'm leaning toward the Milgauss. I love the orange markings but don't like the fact it has no date. Also I beleive the bracelet is different. Price and resale are not important. Opinions please... Thanks

Boyd

Try them both on. They are both readily available at most AD's.

They fit differently in my opinion. The shape is also different.

The expy II feels much smaller and fits very comfortable. Love the red hand too! The milgauss feels big to me for some reason. Looks like an oversized datejust with no date. I think it looks bigger b/c there is more face on the watch as the bezel is much smaller.

You really need to try them on however.

chenx15 · 12 December 2008, 08:37 AM

i never liked the milgauss. unless you are working near an MRI machine or any electornagmetic field i think it's an ok watch. then again i have an explorer II so i might be bias i like the 24 hour feature, gmt feature, it's simplicity, simply elegant in my opinion.

Eli · 12 December 2008, 08:39 AM

I would take the Milgauss simply because I like the extra weight on it... However, I would only go with the Milgauss GV. The Regulars are missing some 'punch'.

charliec · 12 December 2008, 09:49 AM

Definitely but the Milgauss...and while you're at it buy mine!!!! Make me an offer??

Tools · 12 December 2008, 09:57 AM

Tough choice...

I think that it takes quite a leap to jump on the new Milgauss with it's refreshing bold looks, and it's clean lines..

I like it..... It's on my short list.... But I just can't say enough about the EXP II that I already have.

kcmo · 12 December 2008, 09:59 AM

Between these two I'd pick the Expy

onkyo · 12 December 2008, 10:01 AM

Definitively Exp II. Looks great and is more comfortable than the Milgauss (not that the Milgauss is uncomfortable). I have both.

chenx15 · 12 December 2008, 10:13 AM

http://rolex.com/en/#/en/xml/collect...explorer/index

let's see if this helps.

Jason Seahorn · 12 December 2008, 10:24 AM

explorer II hands down

cheers!

Z-Sub · 12 December 2008, 11:33 AM

Expy II unless it's green crystal GV Milgauss

Nica64 · 12 December 2008, 12:50 PM

Explorer all the way!!! is next on my list

BiG JeEzY · 12 December 2008, 12:55 PM

Give me an Explorer II polar dial any day of the week.

I've handled a white Milgauss before but found it a less comfortable on my wrist. Also, the orange lightning second hand does not appeal to me and does not really look all that classy IMO. The lack of a date feature is also a minus for me.

The Explorer II is my all time favorite white dial sports watch ever made in the world.

So yeah, another vote for the Explorer II here.

tphan · 12 December 2008, 12:55 PM

I had the EXPII white dial, to me it just doesn't feel right on the wrist. Especially the small crown, and flimpsy bracelet...didn't like it.

currently I have the white dial Milgauss, although it has no date, it is rug, hefty, look great, just like it better than the EXPII.

Like to add I also had a GMT II Pepsi, like the EXPII it doesn't do much for me.

Trurolexer · 12 December 2008, 07:36 PM

For white dial, go for Explorer II IMHO.
Look more nice!!!
For black dial, go for Milgauss.

sdwtchlvr · 12 December 2008, 07:57 PM

another vote for the explorer II...if I could afford a second rolex, or rather when I can afford a second, it will be the explorer II, white dial, without question...

ronin7 · 13 December 2008, 04:00 AM

imho the explorer wins hands down,such a clean timeless look,it gets more wrist time than my lv or gmt, when iam in the mood for a rollie.and i must say it is one of the most comfortable watches i have ever owned.

hflee55 · 12 December 2008, 08:08 PM

I vote for Explorer II. The white dial on it is something special.

Psmith · 12 December 2008, 08:20 PM

Exp II would be my choice ( OK, so this is a black dial...

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Cheers

Trurolexer · 12 December 2008, 08:24 PM

Very nice Expy, Pal!!!

Psmith · 12 December 2008, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Trurolexer

Very nice Expy, Pal!!!

Thanks TR

Here it is again, with some friends...

Cheers

Singslinger · 12 December 2008, 09:13 PM

Go for the Milgauss because it offers something different from the standard Rolex look which is - bezel, Cyclops-fitted date window, "Mercedez'' hands and Oyster bracelet. You already have all of these in your Sub. Good luck choosing!

greenfan · 12 December 2008, 11:19 PM

I'm not a fan of Explorer, so personally I'd pick the Milgauss....

Timber Loftis · 13 December 2008, 04:39 AM

Exp II. Since you have a sub, maybe get a polar dial for contrast.

Personally, I won't wear a watch without a date feature on it, so Milguass would never be my thing.

leopardprey · 27 December 2008, 11:35 AM

Milgauss. Bigger dial, super comfy case, matte black dial, anti-magnetic case (Propably will not need, but extra protection never hurt!) and simple time only function. A very rugged watch IMHO. Plus the lightning bolt second hand is pretty cool I personally think.

The Black Dial MG is my first choice in the MG lineup, followed by the White Dial. The Green Crystal GV version does not do it for me, as do not like the orange hour markers at 3,6,9 only or the green crystal.

Chris in Melbourne · 27 December 2008, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by leopardprey

Milgauss. Bigger dial, super comfy case, matte black dial, anti-magnetic case (Propably will not need, but extra protection never hurt!) and simple time only function. A very rugged watch IMHO. Plus the lightning bolt second hand is pretty cool I personally think.

The Black Dial MG is my first choice in the MG lineup, followed by the White Dial. The Green Crystal GV version does not do it for me, as do not like the orange hour markers at 3,6,9 only or the green crystal.

I'm with you. The Explorer doesn't do it for me.

If you're going to have that 4th hand, get one of these:

Have fun choosing!

Kind regards

Chris in Melbourne

12 December 2008, 07:04 AM	#1
B Square "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Boyd Location: NC Posts: 1,815	Milgauss or Expy II Guys I really want a white dial and am torn between the Milgauss and the Expy II. Since I already have the Sub I'm leaning toward the Milgauss. I love the orange markings but don't like the fact it has no date. Also I beleive the bracelet is different. Price and resale are not important. Opinions please... Thanks Boyd __________________ 16610M 16710Z Pepsi 16570V White

12 December 2008, 07:47 AM	#4
kelly56 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: Kentucky Watch: 16610 1675 Speedy Posts: 1,057	I'd have to go with the Exp II. __________________

12 December 2008, 07:51 AM	#5
ohsixx "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Real Name: Mark Location: Florida Watch: Make a guess! Posts: 1,515	The white dial Explorer II is the "cleanest" Rolex. This is my son's watch: __________________ 16613 Submariner 116523 Daytona Panerai 104 "Speedy Pro"

12 December 2008, 09:49 AM	#9
charliec "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: UK Posts: 969	Definitely but the Milgauss...and while you're at it buy mine!!!! Make me an offer?? __________________ Milgauss GV DSSD SS Daytona White Mid-size DJ Tudor 18ct Prince

12 December 2008, 09:57 AM	#10
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Tough choice... I think that it takes quite a leap to jump on the new Milgauss with it's refreshing bold looks, and it's clean lines.. I like it..... It's on my short list.... But I just can't say enough about the EXP II that I already have. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

12 December 2008, 07:43 AM	#2
acollins10 Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Wil Location: USA Watch: Explorer II Posts: 84	You can't beat the clean look of the EX 2. Either way you will get a great watch.

12 December 2008, 08:37 AM	#7
chenx15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: somewhere Posts: 2,891	i never liked the milgauss. unless you are working near an MRI machine or any electornagmetic field i think it's an ok watch. then again i have an explorer II so i might be bias i like the 24 hour feature, gmt feature, it's simplicity, simply elegant in my opinion.

12 December 2008, 08:39 AM	#8
Eli Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: montreal Posts: 459	I would take the Milgauss simply because I like the extra weight on it... However, I would only go with the Milgauss GV. The Regulars are missing some 'punch'.

12 December 2008, 09:59 AM	#11
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Between these two I'd pick the Expy

12 December 2008, 10:01 AM	#12
onkyo Banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Pav Location: Manhattan Posts: 11,495	Definitively Exp II. Looks great and is more comfortable than the Milgauss (not that the Milgauss is uncomfortable). I have both.

12 December 2008, 10:13 AM	#13
chenx15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: somewhere Posts: 2,891	http://rolex.com/en/#/en/xml/collect...explorer/index let's see if this helps.

12 December 2008, 10:24 AM	#14
Jason Seahorn Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Cleveland Heights Posts: 76	explorer II hands down cheers!

12 December 2008, 11:33 AM	#15
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	Expy II unless it's green crystal GV Milgauss __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

12 December 2008, 12:50 PM	#16
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	Explorer all the way!!! is next on my list __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

12 December 2008, 12:55 PM	#17
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,351	Give me an Explorer II polar dial any day of the week. I've handled a white Milgauss before but found it a less comfortable on my wrist. Also, the orange lightning second hand does not appeal to me and does not really look all that classy IMO. The lack of a date feature is also a minus for me. The Explorer II is my all time favorite white dial sports watch ever made in the world. So yeah, another vote for the Explorer II here. __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

12 December 2008, 12:55 PM	#18
tphan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 831	I had the EXPII white dial, to me it just doesn't feel right on the wrist. Especially the small crown, and flimpsy bracelet...didn't like it. currently I have the white dial Milgauss, although it has no date, it is rug, hefty, look great, just like it better than the EXPII. Like to add I also had a GMT II Pepsi, like the EXPII it doesn't do much for me.

12 December 2008, 07:36 PM	#19
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	For white dial, go for Explorer II IMHO. Look more nice!!! For black dial, go for Milgauss.

12 December 2008, 07:57 PM	#20
sdwtchlvr "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,308	another vote for the explorer II...if I could afford a second rolex, or rather when I can afford a second, it will be the explorer II, white dial, without question...

13 December 2008, 04:00 AM	#21
ronin7 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: bucks uk Watch: green submariner Posts: 424	imho the explorer wins hands down,such a clean timeless look,it gets more wrist time than my lv or gmt, when iam in the mood for a rollie.and i must say it is one of the most comfortable watches i have ever owned.

12 December 2008, 08:08 PM	#22
hflee55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY Watch: Me Watching You!! Posts: 3,260	I vote for Explorer II. The white dial on it is something special.

12 December 2008, 08:20 PM	#23
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Exp II would be my choice ( OK, so this is a black dial... ) Cheers Attached Images __________________

12 December 2008, 08:24 PM	#24
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Very nice Expy, Pal!!!

12 December 2008, 09:13 PM	#26
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	Go for the Milgauss because it offers something different from the standard Rolex look which is - bezel, Cyclops-fitted date window, "Mercedez'' hands and Oyster bracelet. You already have all of these in your Sub. Good luck choosing!

12 December 2008, 11:19 PM	#27
greenfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: George Location: Athens Greece Watch: GMT II 16710 Coke Posts: 1,046	I'm not a fan of Explorer, so personally I'd pick the Milgauss.... __________________ $C:\Documents and Settings\George.HOME\My Documents\My Pictures\Rolex$

13 December 2008, 04:39 AM	#28
Timber Loftis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Jon Location: Chicago Watch: IIc,DJII,P244,A1-Z Posts: 2,857	Exp II. Since you have a sub, maybe get a polar dial for contrast. Personally, I won't wear a watch without a date feature on it, so Milguass would never be my thing.

27 December 2008, 11:35 AM	#29
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Milgauss. Bigger dial, super comfy case, matte black dial, anti-magnetic case (Propably will not need, but extra protection never hurt!) and simple time only function. A very rugged watch IMHO. Plus the lightning bolt second hand is pretty cool I personally think. The Black Dial MG is my first choice in the MG lineup, followed by the White Dial. The Green Crystal GV version does not do it for me, as do not like the orange hour markers at 3,6,9 only or the green crystal.

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