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Sgb020 · 15 August 2018, 01:49 PM

I currently own a 16800 sub and a new 114060. I am going to buy one more watch and it will be my last watch purchase for the next 3-4 years. I like the Tudor black bay Pepsi GMT which I’m first on the list 3900 bucks. Or a new explorer 2 polar which I can 6480 plus tax. I like both watches I’m open for suggestions.

WS9D · 15 August 2018, 01:56 PM

Explorer. No contest

Finslayer83 · 15 August 2018, 02:38 PM

The 216570.

If the Tudor was thinner it would be a tough choice.

junamuan · 15 August 2018, 02:41 PM

Explorer for me

superlativechrono · 15 August 2018, 02:42 PM

Ditto. Explorer. No contest

Watchdaytona · 15 August 2018, 02:45 PM

Tudor is beautiful watch, save yourself some $$$

CoveWatch · 15 August 2018, 02:54 PM

I agree with the Polar here as it'll add some versatility

eonflux · 15 August 2018, 03:13 PM

Exp2

greanie · 15 August 2018, 03:23 PM

explorer
2

KarlTheToyotaGuy · 15 August 2018, 03:25 PM

Explorer II, without a single doubt. You’re already spending $4,000 for an outstanding watch, don’t get me wrong, but for an extra $2,500 you can get an exceptional Rolex.

Raku · 15 August 2018, 06:54 PM

Explorer II in my opinion, it's such a good value in the current line.

unknown · 15 August 2018, 07:17 PM

too many rolex freaks here :-)
You own 2 watches and both are Rolexes ... At least make sure your third is not a Rolex
So in this case definitely the Tudor
But I would also look at other brands

tommy91 · 15 August 2018, 07:31 PM

Ex2

tyler1980 · 15 August 2018, 07:39 PM

Explorer II. I like tudors too but in this matchup the Rolex wins

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AK797 · 15 August 2018, 07:42 PM

That's a tough one given their prices as well, I'd probably just sway to the Exp2, but tough for me as I remember when you could get 20% off these, never liked these at retail, but different world now ofc.

Onequik135i · 15 August 2018, 07:46 PM

Explorer II

watchmework · 15 August 2018, 08:24 PM

Exp2.

CalSRQ1 · 15 August 2018, 08:39 PM

Both are nice watches - polar exp2 would give you more variety. Consider previous version and the costs are closer too

brandrea · 15 August 2018, 08:54 PM

Exp2 white dial

NJRolexFan · 15 August 2018, 09:05 PM

Explorer 2

1William · 15 August 2018, 09:08 PM

The Polar Explorer II hands down. The only thing that makes the Tudor be in the game is the $3900 price. I own the Polar Explorer II and just flipped the Tudor GMT. The Tudor was nice but nothing special. The Polar Explorer II on the other hand is special to me.

Rolex fan 61 · 15 August 2018, 09:19 PM

Explorer 2

stratlanta · 15 August 2018, 09:43 PM

I can't (and wouldn't) tell you what to purchase but I do know this about myself: every time I buy something as a "substitute" for what I really want, I regret it and end up selling the substitute and buying what I wanted in the first place. So for me, I have to figure out which of the options I really, truly want regardless of what I "should" or "could" do. Sometimes it's the less expensive or less popular option. Sometimes it's not. Well..... often it's not.... haha.

Bluside · 15 August 2018, 09:47 PM

Tudor GMT. It's not a substitute.

Odie-r · 15 August 2018, 10:22 PM

I like both, and I also like $. I have the Tudor and am happy. That being said, I do love my Rolex.

pc109 · 15 August 2018, 10:30 PM

I have a 16570 polar and the Tudor Pepsi (on its way to RSC for the date issue). From the price points you mention, it seems like these are the 2 you’re contemplating.

These are 2 very different watches. The Tudor I have on Nato, so it was $3500. I love it. It protrudes more from the wrist and has a little more tool watch like presence. And I like that.

The Polar can be dressed up more and fits under cuffs better. It also is a great “stealth” Rolex because the non watch population only recognize Subs. I can work in an environment where I don’t worry about my colleagues thinking I’m being paid too much. I also don’t worry about riding the NYC subways flashing either of these.

I love both in each of their own ways. Obviously, it comes down to what sings to you.

superdog · 15 August 2018, 10:32 PM

if I could only have one watch....

EXP2!!!!

out of all the amazing watches in the world.

so my vote out of these 2.

EXP2

watchwatcher · 15 August 2018, 10:39 PM

That's a tough one. I would actually do both and dump the 16800. Just my two cents.

asiparks · 15 August 2018, 10:40 PM

Tricky. I’m wearing my 216570 right now, it’s the only current Rolex offering that comes remotely close to floating my boat. That said, one of my coworkers just came out my way wearing a GMT on a bracelet and it’s absolutely delightful, looks fantastic, specwise hammers the 216570 and is almost a Speedy Pro cheaper. had the Tudor been an option last year, I would very likely bought that instead.

ytsethunder · 15 August 2018, 11:05 PM

I’ve been thinking the same... BB GMT or Polar 216570. Came to the conclusion that I’ll get the Tudor now and when I can afford the Rolex as easily as I can afford a Tudor, that’s when I’ll make the jump.

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15 August 2018, 01:49 PM	#1
Sgb020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Real Name: Seth Location: Texas Posts: 142	Need advice exp 2 or Pepsi tudor gmt I currently own a 16800 sub and a new 114060. I am going to buy one more watch and it will be my last watch purchase for the next 3-4 years. I like the Tudor black bay Pepsi GMT which I’m first on the list 3900 bucks. Or a new explorer 2 polar which I can 6480 plus tax. I like both watches I’m open for suggestions.

15 August 2018, 07:17 PM	#12
unknown "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Europe Posts: 2,872	too many rolex freaks here :-) You own 2 watches and both are Rolexes ... At least make sure your third is not a Rolex So in this case definitely the Tudor But I would also look at other brands __________________ Instagram : @collectible_watches

15 August 2018, 07:39 PM	#14
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	Explorer II. I like tudors too but in this matchup the Rolex wins Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

15 August 2018, 07:46 PM	#16
Onequik135i "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,574	Explorer II __________________ 16750 / 116610LV / 116613LB / Ed White 321 / PAM111 / PAM170

15 August 2018, 09:08 PM	#21
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	The Polar Explorer II hands down. The only thing that makes the Tudor be in the game is the $3900 price. I own the Polar Explorer II and just flipped the Tudor GMT. The Tudor was nice but nothing special. The Polar Explorer II on the other hand is special to me. Attached Images

15 August 2018, 01:56 PM	#2
WS9D "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Steve Location: Shasta Watch: es..More Watches! Posts: 2,415	Explorer. No contest

15 August 2018, 02:38 PM	#3
Finslayer83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Tennessee Watch: DW-5600 Posts: 1,584	The 216570. If the Tudor was thinner it would be a tough choice.

15 August 2018, 02:41 PM	#4
junamuan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Jun Location: Vancouver, BC Watch: BLNR Posts: 672	Explorer for me

15 August 2018, 02:42 PM	#5
superlativechrono "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Matt Location: Australia Posts: 104	Ditto. Explorer. No contest

15 August 2018, 02:45 PM	#6
Watchdaytona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: London/NY Posts: 275	Tudor is beautiful watch, save yourself some $$$

15 August 2018, 02:54 PM	#7
CoveWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 4,535	I agree with the Polar here as it'll add some versatility

15 August 2018, 03:13 PM	#8
eonflux "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: SNA Posts: 3,637	Exp2

15 August 2018, 03:23 PM	#9
greanie "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Texas Posts: 234	explorer 2

15 August 2018, 03:25 PM	#10
KarlTheToyotaGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Karl Location: Texas Watch: Datejust 36! Posts: 323	Explorer II, without a single doubt. You’re already spending $4,000 for an outstanding watch, don’t get me wrong, but for an extra $2,500 you can get an exceptional Rolex.

15 August 2018, 06:54 PM	#11
Raku "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: London, UK Watch: Rolex Explorer Posts: 361	Explorer II in my opinion, it's such a good value in the current line.

15 August 2018, 07:31 PM	#13
tommy91 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: . Location: . Posts: 1,343	Ex2

15 August 2018, 07:42 PM	#15
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	That's a tough one given their prices as well, I'd probably just sway to the Exp2, but tough for me as I remember when you could get 20% off these, never liked these at retail, but different world now ofc.

15 August 2018, 08:24 PM	#17
watchmework "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: DC Watch: 126710BLRO, 116600 Posts: 7,869	Exp2.

15 August 2018, 08:39 PM	#18
CalSRQ1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Chris Location: Florida USA Watch: 5513 Posts: 719	Both are nice watches - polar exp2 would give you more variety. Consider previous version and the costs are closer too

15 August 2018, 08:54 PM	#19
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	Exp2 white dial

15 August 2018, 09:05 PM	#20
NJRolexFan 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: NJ Posts: 324	Explorer 2

15 August 2018, 09:19 PM	#22
Rolex fan 61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: UK Posts: 1,262	Explorer 2

15 August 2018, 09:43 PM	#23
stratlanta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 362	I can't (and wouldn't) tell you what to purchase but I do know this about myself: every time I buy something as a "substitute" for what I really want, I regret it and end up selling the substitute and buying what I wanted in the first place. So for me, I have to figure out which of the options I really, truly want regardless of what I "should" or "could" do. Sometimes it's the less expensive or less popular option. Sometimes it's not. Well..... often it's not.... haha.

15 August 2018, 09:47 PM	#24
Bluside 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 3,081	Tudor GMT. It's not a substitute.

15 August 2018, 10:22 PM	#25
Odie-r "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: London Posts: 4,452	I like both, and I also like $. I have the Tudor and am happy. That being said, I do love my Rolex.

15 August 2018, 10:30 PM	#26
pc109 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: NY Watch: BLNR Posts: 120	I have a 16570 polar and the Tudor Pepsi (on its way to RSC for the date issue). From the price points you mention, it seems like these are the 2 you’re contemplating. These are 2 very different watches. The Tudor I have on Nato, so it was $3500. I love it. It protrudes more from the wrist and has a little more tool watch like presence. And I like that. The Polar can be dressed up more and fits under cuffs better. It also is a great “stealth” Rolex because the non watch population only recognize Subs. I can work in an environment where I don’t worry about my colleagues thinking I’m being paid too much. I also don’t worry about riding the NYC subways flashing either of these. I love both in each of their own ways. Obviously, it comes down to what sings to you.

15 August 2018, 10:32 PM	#27
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	if I could only have one watch.... EXP2!!!! out of all the amazing watches in the world. so my vote out of these 2. EXP2 __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

15 August 2018, 10:39 PM	#28
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	That's a tough one. I would actually do both and dump the 16800. Just my two cents.

15 August 2018, 10:40 PM	#29
asiparks "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Portland, OR Watch: ing the Detectives Posts: 1,888	Tricky. I’m wearing my 216570 right now, it’s the only current Rolex offering that comes remotely close to floating my boat. That said, one of my coworkers just came out my way wearing a GMT on a bracelet and it’s absolutely delightful, looks fantastic, specwise hammers the 216570 and is almost a Speedy Pro cheaper. had the Tudor been an option last year, I would very likely bought that instead.

15 August 2018, 11:05 PM	#30
ytsethunder "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: UK Posts: 98	I’ve been thinking the same... BB GMT or Polar 216570. Came to the conclusion that I’ll get the Tudor now and when I can afford the Rolex as easily as I can afford a Tudor, that’s when I’ll make the jump. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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