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ajw44 · 12 October 2018, 06:53 AM

I'm down to 3! Have my eventual heart set on a gold sub or gold DD 40, but in the meantime I'm looking to round out my collection.

I'm between the 3:

HULK $11-12k

16570 Polar Explorer II (red hand) $4-7k

216570 Explorer II (orange hand) $7-9k

Some brief background:

Price does not matter in the above ranges
I own a BLNR (GMT) which I love, and I frequently travel
I also own a Pam 024b and IWC 8-day Porto so I have other sport/dress watches

One may say "you need a sub", in which case the Hulk would take center stage.

But my other dilemma is that I like the 42mm of the explorer II (orange), and I do not have a white-faced watch. Different colored watch face is intriguing to me as all of mine are black.

Please let me know your thoughts or illustrate anything I may have not thought of. I do love GMT watches but I also love the sub.

DramaTurtle · 12 October 2018, 06:58 AM

Ive owned the hulk and 16570. I traded my hulk for the 16570 and now own the kermit. You be the judge.

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Harry-57 · 12 October 2018, 07:01 AM

I have both. It would be really hard for me to let one go in favour of the other. I'd keep the Polar if I had no choice but to let one go. Love the Sub. But the Polar looks equally good in a different way. It has more functionality for my needs (I need two time zones more than a timer) is easier for me to read and the blue lumes on the white dial are remarkable to behold. It's a personal thing.

DrMattK · 12 October 2018, 07:20 AM

I have the hulk, BLNR and polar 216570 from your list and if I was choosing it would be the polar 216570.

I travel a lot and really appreciate the dual time but more importantly the ability to jump the hour without stopping the watch (not possible with sub) also the brushed Exp 2 works well as a more casual watch compared to the more dressy BLNR. So why not the 40 mm EXP2, I also love the big hands and the the orange hand which is supper legible and finally I love the white dial and proportions of the 42mm.

All cool watches so can’t go wrong, enjoy

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GolfJunkie · 12 October 2018, 07:23 AM

Get the 216570. You will not be disappointed

Baco Noir · 12 October 2018, 07:28 AM

Yodel · 12 October 2018, 07:31 AM

Wow - IMO you are trying to choose between the best looking Rolex in the range and the ugliest. Suffice to say the hulk is the former and definitely the one you should go for

Helmi · 12 October 2018, 07:36 AM

Hulk...

doramas · 12 October 2018, 07:45 AM

16570
Perfect for everything and the most comfortable of the three.

Baco Noir · 12 October 2018, 07:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yodel

Wow - IMO you are trying to choose between the best looking Rolex in the range and the ugliest. Suffice to say the hulk is the former and definitely the one you should go for

Some feel the other way but are too kind to insult another person’s taste, or lack thereof.

Vvvlllooo · 12 October 2018, 07:51 AM

hulk hands down

Yodel · 12 October 2018, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baco Noir

Some feel the other way but are too kind to insult another person’s taste, or lack thereof.

Does the phrase in my opinion not mean anything to you. That’s the whole point of a forum and why people ask questions - to get the opinions of others. Keep your hair on

Baco Noir · 12 October 2018, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yodel

Does the phrase in my opinion not mean anything to you. That’s the whole point of a forum and why people ask questions - to get the opinions of others. Keep your hair on

Now that's funny (cause I shave my head!).

I was just trying to say it's more polite to state your choice without insulting the others - it's just the way I was raised.

Juclaq · 12 October 2018, 08:32 AM

I would go for the hulk

Cru Jones · 12 October 2018, 08:39 AM

I flipped my white 16570 for a 116610LV and haven’t regretted the trade for a second.

Bluepilot15 · 12 October 2018, 09:01 AM

I’ve have both 5 and 6 series GMTs and have been eyeing the polar. The hulk is gorgeous, but I just don’t need a dive watch. The legibility of the 42mm polar is amazing.

bigfatpauli · 12 October 2018, 09:06 AM

Easy.

peterpl · 12 October 2018, 09:15 AM

The white explorers are a very very nice watch. I'm fond of the white 42mm.

It will go with everything.

If you buy a Hulk just make sure you really really like green. Many on here have bought one and sold it including myself. Honeymoon period runs out after a few months.

Chadridv · 12 October 2018, 09:20 AM

you already have a GMT, I'd go for the Hulk!

ajw44 · 12 October 2018, 09:20 AM

I quoted you all because I really appreciate the replies (and i don't know how to tag ppl).

Seems like consensus is split, as I would have and should have suspected for 2 very different watches.

Very impressed to see how many of you actually have a polar explorer 2.

As I said before, the GMT is appealing both because I travel (my BLNR is my primary travel watch due to ease of changing time zones) AND because I do not currently own a white-faced watch.

But the Hulk is the Hulk, and I love the way the face changes color in different lighting. And i love the ceramic green bezel.

Any ideas as to why the large price gap between the 3 models, specifically the Hulk and the Explorers?

Quote:

Originally Posted by DramaTurtle

Ive owned the hulk and 16570. I traded my hulk for the 16570 and now own the kermit. You be the judge.

Forgot to mention that I owned a Kermit but I preferred the ceramic bezel so i got rid of it. But it was a stunner.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Harry-57

I have both. It would be really hard for me to let one go in favour of the other. I'd keep the Polar if I had no choice but to let one go. Love the Sub. But the Polar looks equally good in a different way. It has more functionality for my needs (I need two time zones more than a timer) is easier for me to read and the blue lumes on the white dial are remarkable to behold. It's a personal thing.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrMattK

I have the hulk, BLNR and polar 216570 from your list and if I was choosing it would be the polar 216570.

I travel a lot and really appreciate the dual time but more importantly the ability to jump the hour without stopping the watch (not possible with sub) also the brushed Exp 2 works well as a more casual watch compared to the more dressy BLNR. So why not the 40 mm EXP2, I also love the big hands and the the orange hand which is supper legible and finally I love the white dial and proportions of the 42mm.

All cool watches so can’t go wrong, enjoy

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Quote:

Originally Posted by GolfJunkie

Get the 216570. You will not be disappointed

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baco Noir

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yodel

Wow - IMO you are trying to choose between the best looking Rolex in the range and the ugliest. Suffice to say the hulk is the former and definitely the one you should go for

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Originally Posted by Helmi

Hulk...

Quote:

Originally Posted by doramas

16570
Perfect for everything and the most comfortable of the three.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vvvlllooo

hulk hands down

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baco Noir

Now that's funny (cause I shave my head!).

I was just trying to say it's more polite to state your choice without insulting the others - it's just the way I was raised.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Juclaq

I would go for the hulk

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

I flipped my white 16570 for a 116610LV and haven’t regretted the trade for a second.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bluepilot15

I’ve have both 5 and 6 series GMTs and have been eyeing the polar. The hulk is gorgeous, but I just don’t need a dive watch. The legibility of the 42mm polar is amazing.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigfatpauli

Easy.

Blake23 · 12 October 2018, 09:27 AM

Hulk!!

Mystro · 12 October 2018, 09:30 AM

You have the GMT down. You need a dive watch. A Pam, BLNR, and Hulk is a force.

auto4me · 12 October 2018, 09:38 AM

216570 Polar all day, every day.

HK Islandboy · 12 October 2018, 10:43 AM

Hulk

rollee1 · 12 October 2018, 10:58 AM

The Hulk is one of the most desirable watches in the world, the buyer should be grateful to be offered a chance to purchase one.

The 216570 is always a fallback plan when the one you want is not available , which is most of the time.

16570 is always available and being begged to be accepted, its like someone's least favourite friend; this is no disrespect to owners but a definitive worldwide opinion.

nick800 · 12 October 2018, 11:03 AM

Hulk without question

t65tampa · 12 October 2018, 11:07 AM

I really like the current Explorer II. The size is perfect and the dial is crisp and clean looking. It’s a durable and useful reference. I have never been able to appreciate the green Submariner for some reason. I don’t like the folded clasp 5 digit models when an updated version is available.

vladamir15 · 12 October 2018, 11:14 AM

Hulk by a mile

charlton · 12 October 2018, 11:15 AM

Incredible Hulk

DoctorA · 12 October 2018, 11:46 AM

LVc gets my vote here! It’s the more sought after for a reason!
Very versatile
The beautiful sunburst dial
It’s a sub, arguably the most iconic Rolex
Moving bezel
Good luck

12 October 2018, 06:53 AM	#1
ajw44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: CT Watch: Zeitwerk Date Posts: 65	Decision Time: Hulk, 16570 Polar ExpII, 216570 ExpII I'm down to 3! Have my eventual heart set on a gold sub or gold DD 40, but in the meantime I'm looking to round out my collection. I'm between the 3: HULK $11-12k 16570 Polar Explorer II (red hand) $4-7k 216570 Explorer II (orange hand) $7-9k Some brief background: Price does not matter in the above ranges I own a BLNR (GMT) which I love, and I frequently travel I also own a Pam 024b and IWC 8-day Porto so I have other sport/dress watches One may say "you need a sub", in which case the Hulk would take center stage. But my other dilemma is that I like the 42mm of the explorer II (orange), and I do not have a white-faced watch. Different colored watch face is intriguing to me as all of mine are black. Please let me know your thoughts or illustrate anything I may have not thought of. I do love GMT watches but I also love the sub.

12 October 2018, 07:28 AM	#6
Baco Noir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: Colorado Watch: this ya'll Posts: 4,966	__________________ Current Collection: Rolex 126619LB, 116710BLNR, and 216570 polar Explorer II; Omega Apollo 8 Speedmaster and Planet Ocean 42; Tudor BB Bronze Bucherer Blue Edition; Nomos Neomatik 42; Breitling Aerospace, Avenger Blackbird, & SuperOcean 44; Doxa 300 Pro Carbon; Stowa Limette; Laco Napa Flieger; Mickey Mouse Timex Electric; and dare I say it...an Apple Watch too

12 October 2018, 09:20 AM	#19
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	you already have a GMT, I'd go for the Hulk! __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

12 October 2018, 09:30 AM	#22
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,485	You have the GMT down. You need a dive watch. A Pam, BLNR, and Hulk is a force. __________________

12 October 2018, 10:58 AM	#25
rollee1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Rollee Location: Boston Watch: it watching me Posts: 1,945	The Hulk is one of the most desirable watches in the world, the buyer should be grateful to be offered a chance to purchase one. The 216570 is always a fallback plan when the one you want is not available , which is most of the time. 16570 is always available and being begged to be accepted, its like someone's least favourite friend; this is no disrespect to owners but a definitive worldwide opinion. __________________ Time you enjoy wasting was not wasted

12 October 2018, 07:01 AM	#3
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,650	I have both. It would be really hard for me to let one go in favour of the other. I'd keep the Polar if I had no choice but to let one go. Love the Sub. But the Polar looks equally good in a different way. It has more functionality for my needs (I need two time zones more than a timer) is easier for me to read and the blue lumes on the white dial are remarkable to behold. It's a personal thing.

12 October 2018, 07:20 AM	#4
DrMattK "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Matt Location: United Kingdom Watch: The Next One Posts: 50	I have the hulk, BLNR and polar 216570 from your list and if I was choosing it would be the polar 216570. I travel a lot and really appreciate the dual time but more importantly the ability to jump the hour without stopping the watch (not possible with sub) also the brushed Exp 2 works well as a more casual watch compared to the more dressy BLNR. So why not the 40 mm EXP2, I also love the big hands and the the orange hand which is supper legible and finally I love the white dial and proportions of the 42mm. All cool watches so can’t go wrong, enjoy Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 October 2018, 07:23 AM	#5
GolfJunkie 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Eric Location: USA Watch: 252 Posts: 5,080	Get the 216570. You will not be disappointed

12 October 2018, 07:31 AM	#7
Yodel Banned Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: UK Posts: 167	Wow - IMO you are trying to choose between the best looking Rolex in the range and the ugliest. Suffice to say the hulk is the former and definitely the one you should go for

12 October 2018, 07:36 AM	#8
Helmi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Doha Posts: 2,065	Hulk...

12 October 2018, 07:45 AM	#9
doramas Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Gran Canaria Posts: 3,469	16570 Perfect for everything and the most comfortable of the three.

12 October 2018, 07:51 AM	#11
Vvvlllooo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Fl Posts: 202	hulk hands down

12 October 2018, 08:32 AM	#14
Juclaq "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: SoCal Watch: Sea Dweller 16600 Posts: 158	I would go for the hulk

12 October 2018, 08:39 AM	#15
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,273	I flipped my white 16570 for a 116610LV and haven’t regretted the trade for a second.

12 October 2018, 09:01 AM	#16
Bluepilot15 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Troy Location: NH Watch: 16710A Posts: 151	I’ve have both 5 and 6 series GMTs and have been eyeing the polar. The hulk is gorgeous, but I just don’t need a dive watch. The legibility of the 42mm polar is amazing.

12 October 2018, 09:06 AM	#17
bigfatpauli "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Toronto Posts: 684	Easy.

12 October 2018, 09:15 AM	#18
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	The white explorers are a very very nice watch. I'm fond of the white 42mm. It will go with everything. If you buy a Hulk just make sure you really really like green. Many on here have bought one and sold it including myself. Honeymoon period runs out after a few months.

12 October 2018, 09:27 AM	#21
Blake23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 14	Hulk!!

12 October 2018, 09:38 AM	#23
auto4me "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Cali Posts: 68	216570 Polar all day, every day.

12 October 2018, 10:43 AM	#24
HK Islandboy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Hong Kong Watch: AP Posts: 3,825	Hulk

12 October 2018, 11:03 AM	#26
nick800 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: USA Posts: 1,581	Hulk without question

12 October 2018, 11:07 AM	#27
t65tampa "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,251	I really like the current Explorer II. The size is perfect and the dial is crisp and clean looking. It’s a durable and useful reference. I have never been able to appreciate the green Submariner for some reason. I don’t like the folded clasp 5 digit models when an updated version is available. __________________ t65tampa

12 October 2018, 11:14 AM	#28
vladamir15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: N/A Watch: AP, VC, Breguet Posts: 1,581	Hulk by a mile __________________ The Most Valuable Commodity is Time Audemars, Vacheron, Breguet, Jaquet Droz, JLC, Rolex, Omega, Cartier

12 October 2018, 11:15 AM	#29
charlton "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: USA Posts: 23	Incredible Hulk

12 October 2018, 11:46 AM	#30
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,545	LVc gets my vote here! It’s the more sought after for a reason! Very versatile The beautiful sunburst dial It’s a sub, arguably the most iconic Rolex Moving bezel Good luck __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

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