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Charm City · 13 September 2018, 06:11 AM

Hey guys, long time reader, first-time poster:

I’ve been anxious to buy my first Rolex for a long time now and, I think I’m finally approaching go time. I’d say I’m 95% set on Explorer I and I absolutely love that watch. However I also happen to love the 39mm OP and the smooth-bezel DJ with the black dial. To make the decision even harder, Rolex appears to have stepped up marketing for the OP the last couple of weeks on social media lol

Anyone want to weigh in with opinions to help me tip the scales one way or the other?? This will likely be my sole every-day watch for the foreseeable future so the decision hasn’t been super easy to make! Thanks in advance!

antoflo · 13 September 2018, 06:12 AM

Go for the Explorer I, it has a better clasp with the Oysterlock

rogerlu · 13 September 2018, 06:18 AM

I like the clasp better on the Explorer

t65tampa · 13 September 2018, 06:20 AM

Of those that you're considering, I'd go with the Explorer.

Can't really go wrong though, could you.

torrente · 13 September 2018, 06:26 AM

To me the choice between Exp and OP39-black is quite clear: Exp for its versatility and better clasp.
The choice between Exp and OP39-white is much harder, that white clean dial is really nice.
Disclaimer: I am Exp owner and I love it...

Chadridv · 13 September 2018, 06:27 AM

another vote for the EX1 here :)

Dsmith1974 · 13 September 2018, 06:40 AM

Op39.

SatansLittleHelper · 13 September 2018, 06:45 AM

Always

Jhowton23 · 13 September 2018, 06:55 AM

explorer hands down

lenfried29 · 13 September 2018, 07:19 AM

I would go with DJ41 smooth bezel.

KBM · 13 September 2018, 07:33 AM

Another vote for the Explorer. Such a classic.

justin81 · 13 September 2018, 07:51 AM

Explorer

jlevitt9 · 13 September 2018, 07:54 AM

No bad choices there. An important question - is a date important to you? If yes, the answer is clear, DJ41, however, if you can live w/out it, I agree with most, the Exp 1 is a winner, and will have the benefit of holding its value, even increasing long term.

Explorer-P · 13 September 2018, 08:25 AM

Explorer! :)

rb250 · 13 September 2018, 08:27 AM

Explorer by far. Just my preference though.

faz · 13 September 2018, 08:29 AM

If you think you will need date functionality, go for DJ.
Otherwise, Exp1, unless you want some color in your dial.

Charm City · 13 September 2018, 08:29 AM

Thank you, everyone! Your responses appear to confirm what I’ve been obsessing over for many months! I’m super excited.

Also, explorers hold value better than the rest? This is a tidbit I didn’t know

Dpop24 · 13 September 2018, 09:07 AM

I am in the same boat and will choose the Explorer. The main reason is that the Explorer really sings to me, while the OP only hums, but if both were equal, I would choose Explorer for the better clasp.

dberman3 · 13 September 2018, 09:18 AM

EX1. Beautiful symmetry and understated elegance.

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DoctorA · 13 September 2018, 10:03 AM

Depends on if you want date or not
The color options and the date complication make the DJ Amy choice hands down. It’s also a more popular option

I would go to anAD, youshould be able to find those models and be able to try them on then finally wear what speaks to you the most!
Best of luck

FlyDuc78 · 13 September 2018, 10:18 AM

I guess if I were you I'll think about whether I need the date function.

If not, I'll go with Exp 39.

Good luck!

Sam

mikkolopez · 13 September 2018, 10:25 AM

Explorer 1 for me given the choices.

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brandrea · 13 September 2018, 10:26 AM

I prefer the Explorer

TickTockChuck · 13 September 2018, 10:33 AM

Welcome to TRF! The Explorer (39mm MK II) has the advantage of a locking clasp, easy link 5mm extension and a spectacular lume from the dial, plus it's a classic design. The black OP39 is also very nice and perhaps a bit more dressy. Take your time and go with what speaks to you. Good luck & Cheers!

Psijason · 13 September 2018, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by antoflo

Go for the Explorer I, it has a better clasp with the Oysterlock

Oceanblue · 13 September 2018, 10:36 AM

Explorer I for me. Clasp as others have said, and the classic understated look is what I went for.

BLACKHORSE 6 · 13 September 2018, 10:38 AM

Have you tried any of them on?

I’d go Explorer I, but you’ll never know for sure until you try them on.

R!$ · 13 September 2018, 11:21 AM

Do you care about dial colours?

debbs20 · 13 September 2018, 11:33 AM

Go for Explorer I

Charm City · 13 September 2018, 12:00 PM

I admittedly have not tried any of them on yet, but I’m dying to get to an AD. But I think barring any crazy changes of heart it’s gonna have be the explorer. There’s really no downside, because I’m not worried about the date and I want the clasp

And dial color must be black!

13 September 2018, 06:11 AM	#1
Charm City "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 85	Undoubtedly an age old debate Hey guys, long time reader, first-time poster: I’ve been anxious to buy my first Rolex for a long time now and, I think I’m finally approaching go time. I’d say I’m 95% set on Explorer I and I absolutely love that watch. However I also happen to love the 39mm OP and the smooth-bezel DJ with the black dial. To make the decision even harder, Rolex appears to have stepped up marketing for the OP the last couple of weeks on social media lol Anyone want to weigh in with opinions to help me tip the scales one way or the other?? This will likely be my sole every-day watch for the foreseeable future so the decision hasn’t been super easy to make! Thanks in advance!

13 September 2018, 06:20 AM	#4
t65tampa "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,262	Of those that you're considering, I'd go with the Explorer. Can't really go wrong though, could you. __________________ t65tampa

13 September 2018, 06:27 AM	#6
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	another vote for the EX1 here :) __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

13 September 2018, 08:29 AM	#16
faz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Faz Location: California Watch: like'em all Posts: 4,689	If you think you will need date functionality, go for DJ. Otherwise, Exp1, unless you want some color in your dial. __________________ -Faz Instagram @fazmoto

13 September 2018, 10:03 AM	#20
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,545	Depends on if you want date or not The color options and the date complication make the DJ Amy choice hands down. It’s also a more popular option I would go to anAD, youshould be able to find those models and be able to try them on then finally wear what speaks to you the most! Best of luck __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

13 September 2018, 06:12 AM	#2
antoflo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Canada Watch: DJII, Sub Posts: 597	Go for the Explorer I, it has a better clasp with the Oysterlock

13 September 2018, 06:18 AM	#3
rogerlu "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 166	I like the clasp better on the Explorer

13 September 2018, 06:26 AM	#5
torrente "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 551	To me the choice between Exp and OP39-black is quite clear: Exp for its versatility and better clasp. The choice between Exp and OP39-white is much harder, that white clean dial is really nice. Disclaimer: I am Exp owner and I love it...

13 September 2018, 06:40 AM	#7
Dsmith1974 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Duncan Location: London Watch: DD 40 Posts: 2,263	Op39.

13 September 2018, 06:45 AM	#8
SatansLittleHelper "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Paul Location: UK Watch: Explorer 214270 Posts: 74	Always

13 September 2018, 06:55 AM	#9
Jhowton23 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: John Location: Northern VA Posts: 232	explorer hands down

13 September 2018, 07:19 AM	#10
lenfried29 Banned Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Far Far Away Watch: tick-tock Posts: 1,206	I would go with DJ41 smooth bezel.

13 September 2018, 07:33 AM	#11
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	Another vote for the Explorer. Such a classic.

13 September 2018, 07:51 AM	#12
justin81 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Real Name: Justin Location: USA Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 211	Explorer

13 September 2018, 07:54 AM	#13
jlevitt9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 134	No bad choices there. An important question - is a date important to you? If yes, the answer is clear, DJ41, however, if you can live w/out it, I agree with most, the Exp 1 is a winner, and will have the benefit of holding its value, even increasing long term.

13 September 2018, 08:25 AM	#14
Explorer-P "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Glasgow Watch: Explorer 214270 Posts: 36	Explorer! :)

13 September 2018, 08:27 AM	#15
rb250 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Ryan Location: Houston Watch: Tudor, Seiko Posts: 236	Explorer by far. Just my preference though.

13 September 2018, 09:07 AM	#18
Dpop24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: California Posts: 348	I am in the same boat and will choose the Explorer. The main reason is that the Explorer really sings to me, while the OP only hums, but if both were equal, I would choose Explorer for the better clasp.

13 September 2018, 09:18 AM	#19
dberman3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Doug Location: Jupiter Posts: 420	EX1. Beautiful symmetry and understated elegance. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

13 September 2018, 10:18 AM	#21
FlyDuc78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Sam Location: Monrovia, CA Watch: Rolex Day-Date YG Posts: 131	I guess if I were you I'll think about whether I need the date function. If not, I'll go with Exp 39. Good luck! Sam __________________ Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 - ON LOAN TO DAD Rolex Oysterquartz 17014 Rolex GMT-Master II 116710

13 September 2018, 10:25 AM	#22
mikkolopez "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Philippines Posts: 2,301	Explorer 1 for me given the choices. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ At my age now ... I have SEEN everything, I have HEARD everything, I have even DONE everything, I just don't REMEMBER everything.

13 September 2018, 10:26 AM	#23
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	I prefer the Explorer

13 September 2018, 10:33 AM	#24
TickTockChuck "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Chuck Location: Canada Watch: Rolex 116610LV Posts: 2,270	Welcome to TRF! The Explorer (39mm MK II) has the advantage of a locking clasp, easy link 5mm extension and a spectacular lume from the dial, plus it's a classic design. The black OP39 is also very nice and perhaps a bit more dressy. Take your time and go with what speaks to you. Good luck & Cheers!

13 September 2018, 10:36 AM	#26
Oceanblue "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: NC Posts: 44	Explorer I for me. Clasp as others have said, and the classic understated look is what I went for.

13 September 2018, 10:38 AM	#27
BLACKHORSE 6 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: USA Watch: Rolex SS Daytona Posts: 2,679	Have you tried any of them on? I’d go Explorer I, but you’ll never know for sure until you try them on.

13 September 2018, 11:21 AM	#28
R!$ Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,405	Do you care about dial colours?

13 September 2018, 11:33 AM	#29
debbs20 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: USA Posts: 156	Go for Explorer I

13 September 2018, 12:00 PM	#30
Charm City "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 85	I admittedly have not tried any of them on yet, but I’m dying to get to an AD. But I think barring any crazy changes of heart it’s gonna have be the explorer. There’s really no downside, because I’m not worried about the date and I want the clasp And dial color must be black!

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