Deciding on Exp1 vs. Submariner?

[bigchelis]

I myself was debating to upgrade my Exp1-114270 to a 14060M and just could not part with my 114270. Ideally I would have both but that takes convincing the other half


Good article here:
https://www.watchgecko.com/rolex-sub...he-best-rolex/

best,
bigC

[Montremoi]

I'd get the Sub without hesitation. Exp 1 are dime a dozen.

[Chadridv]

Originally Posted by Montremoi

I'd get the Sub without hesitation. Exp 1 are dime a dozen.

I actually see a lot more subs than ex1s by a long shot.

That said, I’d go for the 14060, especially if it’s a one and only.

[Rashid.bk]

Originally Posted by Chadridv

I actually see a lot more subs than ex1s by a long shot.

That said, I’d go for the 14060, especially if it’s a one and only.

I agree. Regardless, of how dimes a dozen, I always get the one I prefer, even if it means being another dime.
Submariner for me.

[bigfatpauli]

Originally Posted by Montremoi

I'd get the Sub without hesitation. Exp 1 are dime a dozen.

I'd get the Exp 1 without hesitation. Sub's are dime a dozen.

[dimag333]

Originally Posted by bigfatpauli

I'd get the Exp 1 without hesitation. Sub's are dime a dozen.

Subs are a dozen a dozen!

steve

[AlexFrank]

Originally Posted by bigfatpauli

I'd get the Exp 1 without hesitation. Sub's are dime a dozen.

Agreed.

[Vamp]

Originally Posted by Montremoi

I'd get the Sub without hesitation. Exp 1 are dime a dozen.

I’d imagine subs outsell Explorers by a country mile.

[tenerific]

114270 or 14060? 100% 14060

I don’t find the 114270 that appealing of a watch but I LOVE explorers and have 2 of them - 1016 R and 6610.

Go vintage if you can. Modern subs are great but I find modern explorers a let down compared to vintage. The 1016 R feels like a modern watch relatively so there’s that.


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[bigchelis]

Originally Posted by tenerific

114270 or 14060? 100% 14060

I don’t find the 114270 that appealing of a watch but I LOVE explorers and have 2 of them - 1016 R and 6610.

Go vintage if you can. Modern subs are great but I find modern explorers a let down compared to vintage. The 1016 R feels like a modern watch relatively so there’s that.


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I have had 2 Exp1 myself and my ultimate Grail watch is in fact what you have . The 1016 "Ref. R" Issue is there are very very few for sale and the ones that are for sale are way way more than what a brand new Sub cost today.

[Nikrnic]

Get the 14060m. I sold mine three yrs. ago for a 114060 and missed it, recently replaced it and now I dont wear the 114060, it's hard to take it off. This is one where prices seem to keep going up so get on board now. I know it's not about the money but still..

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[locutus49]

Go for the sub. I've made forays into DJs and Daytonas but always return to the sub.

[Phooi]

Sub

[Art 1]

I have had both several times. For me I prefer the Sub. But going from an Explorer to a Sub is not an upgrade. It's just another Rolex. They are all equal to me. Just because one costs more doesn't mean it's an upgrade.

[eric1]

Sub

[tenerific]

Also ...

One of the reasons I love explorers is because I wear a lot of sport coats, and often go from crazy activities > formal. It’s a weird lifestyle, I won’t get into it.

BUT my point is that if you are more of a casual dresser the sub is the way to go.

The 14060 is one of the greatest watches Rolex ever made imo. Maybe the last great watch.


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[mgsooner]

14060m. The last of its kind and one of the best Rolex references ever. We shall never see its like again.

[vicsdca]

Nothing beats the 14060 in looks.
Nothing beats the 114270 in comfort.

Both are legendary !


In your case, I'd wait a little to see what the next generation Sub will look like. Ceramic bezel, glide lock clasp, 70h power reserve, and thinner lugs. Imagine that!

[mg Barcelona]

I've been around the block a bit with Subs and Explorers. There are no right or wrong answers.
Settled with a 14060, 214270 and 16570 BD.

Observations.

114270 - too small for me.

114060 - supercase just looked ugly, didn't wear it.

my advice - get the 14060 pronto.

[Bizcut1]

16610 for me.

Just ain't a sub without the Cyclops!

[James Nye 1982]

Sub all day long

[Likestheshiny]

I actually see a lot more subs than ex1s by a long shot.

I was gonna say this, too. Explorers are definitely less common to my eye, and also almost certainly less generically Rolex-y, with no cyclops or fancy bezel.

That said, I'd personally still go for the sub. I just think it's neat.

[bob78h]

I've owned a 114270 and 214270, but always keep going back to the Sub so that would be my choice.

[Finslayer83]

I know its different - but they are a great pair (any Sub-Explorer combo)

[Dougiebaby]

Both great but (IMO) Sub greater.


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[bigchelis]

Submariner = see them often and everyone knows they are Rolex. Heck even saw and complimented someone with a Green Kermit early this year.

Exp1 = In the last 20 yrs ( I live in SF Bay Area) I have never seen one in the wild and nobody has ever identified mine as being one.


Exp1 (36MM) = for the win. You will be likely the only one wearing one and nobody will ever know its a Rolex.

[Brian Labdrador]

The explorer 1 (36mm) sits better on my wrist, is understated, lighter and more subtle than an Sub. I would go for a 36mm Exp 1 any day.

[VegasMilgauss]

Explorer - the purists choice.

[Fat_ninja]

I prefer X1.

[Joe_Row]

Explorer I! im on the waiting list at the moment...its gonna be my first Rolex.

Should be getting the call in the next few weeks