White dialled OP39

[vkalia]

Hi all -

I have the new Pepsi on order, which I should get in the next few months hopefully. That means my Explorer 2 is likely going to get flipped, as I don't see the point of keeping 2 GMTs (especially as I have a couple of other dual time watches as well).

However, I really like the white dial of the Polar Explorer 2, and want to get a replacement sports watch with a similar dial.

Has anyone seen the new white OP39 in person, and can comment in how the white of this dial compares to that of the Polar Exp 2?

TIA!

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[polaris72]

Hopefully someone will chime in soon. My question is, why not to consider white dial DJ41 instead of OP 39? DJ41 seems more dressier than OP 39 - more diversified collection covering all kinds of situations. Both excellent choices though.

[dave023]

I would keep the polar...it's really different from the new pepsi.

[travisb]

The OP39 white is not a bright white like the Exp2. It's more toned down. Still gorgeous in my opinion. Checked it out at an AD event last week but didn't grab a picture.

[vkalia]

Originally Posted by polaris72

Hopefully someone will chime in soon. My question is, why not to consider white dial DJ41 instead of OP 39? DJ41 seems more dressier than OP 39 - more diversified collection covering all kinds of situations. Both excellent choices though.

As far as dressy watches go, I have a Lange and a JLC, and am leaning towards a Patek 5296 at some point. That covers the dressy side of things.

What I don't have is a simple, versatile and rugged 3-hander daily wear watch - which is the slot I would like to fill here. The other candidate is the Piaget Polo S (doesn't get much love on forums, but I quite dig it).

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[vkalia]

Originally Posted by dave023

I would keep the polar...it's really different from the new pepsi.

True, I have been tempted. But I like some variety in my collection, and ideally, 2 GMT watches are one too many.

That said, if I cannot find something that gives me a comparable white, I may keep it.

Originally Posted by travisb

The OP39 white is not a bright white like the Exp2. It's more toned down. Still gorgeous in my opinion. Checked it out at an AD event last week but didn't grab a picture.

Thanks for that. That's also the impression I get from photos. That's a bit disappointing - the white on the Explorer 2 is truly something special and I was hoping to replicate that.

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[TJMike]

Originally Posted by vkalia

As far as dressy watches go, I have a Lange and a JLC, and am leaning towards a Patek 5296 at some point. That covers the dressy side of things.

What I don't have is a simple, versatile and rugged 3-hander daily wear watch - which is the slot I would like to fill here. The other candidate is the Piaget Polo S (doesn't get much love on forums, but I quite dig it).

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A 5296?! What the hell did I miss? All you ever do is criticize that watch.


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[dmash]

Originally Posted by TJMike

A 5296?! What the hell did I miss? All you ever do is criticize that watch.


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OP has 4 posts total, 3 of which are in this thread. Where is he criticizing that watch?

[TJMike]

Originally Posted by dmash

OP has 4 posts total, 3 of which are in this thread. Where is he criticizing that watch?

There are a few of us, the OP and myself included, who have nothing better to do than post on multiple watch forums.

[1William]

I would look in the DJ line-up. The DJ II or the DJ 41 both offer white dials and that may be the one. I would keep the Polar Explorer II as the watch wears great at 42 mm and the orange GMT hand pops. I think it would complement your new Pepsi.

[belutak]

Originally Posted by vkalia

True, I have been tempted. But I like some variety in my collection, and ideally, 2 GMT watches are one too many.

That said, if I cannot find something that gives me a comparable white, I may keep it.
Thanks for that. That's also the impression I get from photos. That's a bit disappointing - the white on the Explorer 2 is truly something special and I was hoping to replicate that.

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I saw one two days ago and tried it on my wrist. The white looks completely different to white on the official photos! It is very bright but not as shiny, it has an almost perl like finish, which, in my eyes made it looking AWESOME!!! I liked it so much that I am now considering replacing the Rhodium dial on my own OP39 with the white one.

Note though, the white OP looks very stylish and dressy, completely opposite to white Exp II.


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[dmash]

Originally Posted by TJMike

There are a few of us, the OP and myself included, who have nothing better to do than post on multiple watch forums.

Haha oh!

[AK797]

OP is off-white, not crisp white, which put me off a bit.

[Brny11]

Originally Posted by vkalia

Hi all -

I have the new Pepsi on order, which I should get in the next few months hopefully. That means my Explorer 2 is likely going to get flipped, as I don't see the point of keeping 2 GMTs (especially as I have a couple of other dual time watches as well).

However, I really like the white dial of the Polar Explorer 2, and want to get a replacement sports watch with a similar dial.

Has anyone seen the new white OP39 in person, and can comment in how the white of this dial compares to that of the Polar Exp 2?

TIA!

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Some pics I posted to a few other threads... i can’t compare it to exp2, but it is very sharp in person...








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[TJMike]

Originally Posted by Brny11

Some pics I posted to a few other threads... i can’t compare it to exp2, but it is very sharp in person...








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The Snowflake is the better looking watch of the two.


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[vkalia]

Originally Posted by TJMike

A 5296?! What the hell did I miss? All you ever do is criticize that watch.

I still think it is overpriced new. But used prices in it are fairly reasonable (for Patek anyway), and at those prices, it is a bit more compelling.

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[vkalia]

Originally Posted by Brny11

Some pics I posted to a few other threads... i can’t compare it to exp2, but it is very sharp in person...

Thanks for that.

I think I may need to go look at the white OP.

You are right, the white looks very nice but not "special" enough for me to break my one-per-brand rule.

The other thing the Explorer 2 has is the killer combo of the white dial and the black indices. The contrast looks amazing - need to see how that holds up on the OP39.

If VC releases a small Overseas with a white dial, I am so sorted....

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[vkalia]

Originally Posted by 1William

I would look in the DJ line-up. The DJ II or the DJ 41 both offer white dials and that may be the one. I would keep the Polar Explorer II as the watch wears great at 42 mm and the orange GMT hand pops. I think it would complement your new Pepsi.

Yeah, I was considering the DJ earlier as well but thinking fluted dial/Jubilee. Perhaps I should give the steel bezel/Oyster version another shot...



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[vkalia]

Originally Posted by TJMike

The Snowflake is the better looking watch of the two.

Gotta disagree here. The proportions of the markers on the OP seem a lot better suited to its intended "versatile sports watch design". I find the smaller indices on the GS result in a dressier look that doesn't quite match the overall style, and results in something that isn't a versatile GADA watch or a "dressy sports watch" (ala the AP).

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[Likestheshiny]

Great, now I'm thinking about getting a Snowflake.

[MJ8]

Originally Posted by Likestheshiny

Great, now I'm thinking about getting a Snowflake.

+1. Daymn that snowflake looks good.

[TJMike]

Originally Posted by vkalia

Gotta disagree here. The proportions of the markers on the OP seem a lot better suited to its intended "versatile sports watch design". I find the smaller indices on the GS result in a dressier look that doesn't quite match the overall style, and results in something that isn't a versatile GADA watch or a "dressy sports watch" (ala the AP).

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The white of the Snowflake is really vibrant. The OP is dull by comparison and quite a bit different from the photo on the Rolex website (I had the same issue with the blue dial OP; looks really great on the Rolex website, less so in real life). This has me concerned about the black OP. As you know, that is to be my first, and only, Rolex. Hopefully the black dial looks as good in the metal as it does on Rolex's website.

[brybajlak]

Originally Posted by TJMike

The white of the Snowflake is really vibrant. The OP is dull by comparison and quite a bit different from the photo on the Rolex website (I had the same issue with the blue dial OP; looks really great on the Rolex website, less so in real life). This has me concerned about the black OP. As you know, that is to be my first, and only, Rolex. Hopefully the black dial looks as good in the metal as it does on Rolex's website.

I saw the Black today, looked nice. Very nice subtle sunburst in my opinion, plus I love the fully lumed indicies. I did not try this on but it has a different look and feel to the Explorer 1 and Sub dial for what it’s worth.


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[TJMike]

Originally Posted by brybajlak

I saw the Black today, looked nice. Very nice subtle sunburst in my opinion, plus I love the fully lumed indicies. I did not try this on but it has a different look and feel to the Explorer 1 and Sub dial for what it’s worth.


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Thanks for that.

[JacksonStone]

Originally Posted by vkalia

However, I really like the white dial of the Polar Explorer 2, and want to get a replacement sports watch with a similar dial.

I'm not really seeing the sense in unloading a watch you like just because it doesn't fit some preconceived order you're imposing on your collection. So what if you have two watches with a 24-hour hand? It's not like they look the same. I can't think of what you would be gaining by going with an OP39: you would be losing the GMT function, the date function, the dial legibility, the killer lume, and the Easylink. And, it's not even really a sports watch, which is what you say you want. Honestly, it seems like you want the Exp. II. My advice is to keep it.

[brucethemanlee]

Here's my white Daytona next to OP39

The white on the OP is of white with touch of grey too

Also I found out of you go for the 36mm version there are double sick markers instead of just single sick markers on the OP39






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[vkalia]

Originally Posted by JacksonStone

I'm not really seeing the sense in unloading a watch you like just because it doesn't fit some preconceived order you're imposing on your collection. So what if you have two watches with a 24-hour hand? It's not like they look the same. I can't think of what you would be gaining by going with an OP39: you would be losing the GMT function, the date function, the dial legibility, the killer lume, and the Easylink. And, it's not even really a sports watch, which is what you say you want. Honestly, it seems like you want the Exp. II. My advice is to keep it.

Fair enough points.

But to clarify: I won't be just getting rid of the Exp2 just for any other watch - I will only get rid of it if I find another watch that I like as much or more, which ALSO happens to add variety to my collection.

If I don't find anything I like as much, it stays obviously.



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[D111s]

Absolutely love the white dial! The 39mm OP has been my favorite modern Rolex since it was released in 2015, I like the proportions and the more toned down look compared to the more boxy/blingy look that Rolex has been producing lately.

The only thing holding me back from buying is the 31xx movement now that the next generation 32xx is out...

[vkalia]

Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

Here's my white Daytona next to OP39

The white on the OP is of white with touch of grey too

Also I found out of you go for the 36mm version there are double sick markers instead of just single sick markers on the OP39

Those photos are super helpful, thanks - I know the Daytona white, so that helps me visualize the OP white.

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[bocaroca]

Originally Posted by belutak

I saw one two days ago and tried it on my wrist. The white looks completely different to white on the official photos!... it has an almost perl like finish

Exactly. For some reason, the gradients are so refined, that no photo I've seen can begin to capture it.