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[schoolboy]

So I saw a gentleman at the store today wearing a Rolex 216570

Now I’m kind of interested in that one too haha

My wrist is 6.75 inches

Do you think I can pull it off? My daily is a 36mm Datejust

Also, does the explorer 2 wear a lot bigger than a 6 digit submariner?

Lastly, post any pics of your explorer 2!


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[schoolboy]

This is how my Datejust 36 fits for reference


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[teabags001]

Originally Posted by schoolboy

This is how my Datejust 36 fits for reference





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Look for a 5 digit 40mm. The 6 digit wears larger then the SD43 lug to lug. I dont think your wrist can handle the 6 digit 42mm. The 5 digit explorer 2 wears smaller then a 6 digit sub for reference.

This is my Explorer ll 40mm vs my DJll 41mm. 7.25 inch wrist for reference. And I wear a SD43 daily.

[John McM]

My wrist is 7 1/2 inches. I think you might struggle with the 216570

[MRPWRPATX21]

16570 is the jam. Works for me, and I have 8” wrists, but definitely fine for 6.5”. It is so choice. If you have the means, I highly recommend.

[schoolboy]

Dang :(

That is not what I wanted to hear, though I do thank you guys for the honest feedback!


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[teabags001]

Originally Posted by schoolboy

Dang :(

That is not what I wanted to hear, though I do thank you guys for the honest feedback!


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Could be worse. You could have 7.25 inch wrist where almost the entire Rolex lineup form 36-44mm is wearable. Damn these expensive wrist I am cursed with lol. ;)


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[teabags001]

The explorer ll 216570 even though it’s only 42mm wears larger then my 126600 SD43. The lug to lug is larger. To me it the explorer ll wore like the 43mm and the SD43 wore like a 42mm. If that makes any sense.

[TswaneNguni]

42mm Black or Polar ,or both.
Will be fine for your wrists.Wears flat .
Your choice !

[teabags001]

Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

42mm Black or Polar ,or both.

Will be fine for your wrists.Wears flat .

Your choice !

You think so? I think the DJ36 is his sweet spot. Maybe he could wear a 39mm, or a 5 digit sub. I don’t know if any of the 40mm + 6 digits would fit his wrist that well.


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[TswaneNguni]

Originally Posted by teabags001

You think so? I think the DJ36 is his sweet spot. Maybe he could wear a 39mm, or a 5 digit sub. I don’t know if any of the 40mm + 6 digits would fit his wrist that well.


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My wife wears 36mms .DD and DJ36.
Tiny wrists .

[MYBROTHERSKEEPER]

Schoolboy, the 42 mm is way too big for your size wrist. I suggest the 40 mm 16570 polar. Beautiful watch boy. I had my heart set on the 42 mm so I tried it and it looked too big on my 7 3/4 in wrist. Going to get the 40 someday soon. Best of luck.

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[BumbleB]

One of my favourite watches. It wears quite flat on the wrist, more subtle than a GMT II or Sub.

Lug to lug maybe a bit wider.

If you think 42mm is too big, try to get a 40mm BNIB.











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[Lew Archer]

I also think the 42mm Explorer II would be a bit much. That 36mm DJ looks like your ideal size, at least from that photograph.

If you take a look at the Rolex website...look up the Oyster Perpetual. Configure one with the 36mm case. You'll see there is a white dial option. It is a classic, simple watch. It may not have the sports feel you are looking for, however.

If you could find the 36mm Explorer, that would be excellent for you. Black dial, only. Classic model (and Ian Fleming wore one, if that matters to you). The current Explorer is 39mm. The 36mm Explorer gets a lot of love here, an iconic model. And, for you, perfectly proportioned.

Full disclosure: I tend to think that overly large watches run the risk of wearing the person, rather than the person wearing the watch. Many other people like the look of a massive watch. So, it's just a matter of taste, and that's entirely subjective.

In the end, get what YOU like and what looks and feels right to you. And, there's no substitution for trying on watches to figure that out.

[abozz]

6.7 is no too small, you can wear it.

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[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by schoolboy

Dang :(

That is not what I wanted to hear, though I do thank you guys for the honest feedback!


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[DLRIDES]

Originally Posted by schoolboy

So I saw a gentleman at the store today wearing a Rolex 216570

Now I’m kind of interested in that one too haha

My wrist is 6.75 inches

Do you think I can pull it off? My daily is a 36mm Datejust

Also, does the explorer 2 wear a lot bigger than a 6 digit submariner?

Lastly, post any pics of your explorer 2!


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Whether the 216570 is “too big”, is something only you can decide. With a 6.75 wrist it should have a nice modern look.

By the numbers, lug to lug/end link to end link :

114060/116610 - 48mm & 51mm

216570 - 50 & 53mm

You may want to find one of the extremely rare undersized SD43’s mentioned above. Due to their small case size being an anomaly, the future value is sure to increase.

126600 - 50.4 & 53.7

Note at minute 1:24

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1cux6V9lhA

[911991]

using mine as a daily...

[BlueGlacier]

I think there was this guy on youtube i saw a while back. He compared the size of a sub hulk and an exII (216570) on his wrist which he said was 6.5 inches (or something like that).

As i remember it looked good, a bit on the bigger side but not too big.

If you want it you should get it. Wrist size should be ok.

[briansp82593]

I’ve got a 216570 white dial here. On my 6.5” wrist.

It has been my favorite out of the six Rolex watches I’ve owned.

I sold off my YG submariner and bought the explorer immediately after.

At first I had the same dilemma “is it too big on me?” It’s not. I can say that with confidence.

I do consider myself a traditionalist when it comes to size. I much prefer the 36mm DJ to the larger models. I kind of hover around 40mm for the “sport” watches. I think the SD43 is too big. Bloated anyway.

Compared to the other 40mm Rolex’s I’ve had, sure it’s a little bigger. At least in a pleasing way- to me. And compared to the 16570? Looks much more modern. The orange 24H hand and the bezel makes it look so much nicer. I’d absolutely still own one whether it was 42mm or 40mm.

[Melanotaenia]

With this watch, I would say you won't know for sure until you try it on.

[Daveclock]

Originally Posted by teabags001

Look for a 5 digit 40mm. The 6 digit wears larger then the SD43 lug to lug. I dont think your wrist can handle the 6 digit 42mm. The 5 digit explorer 2 wears smaller then a 6 digit sub for reference.

This is my Explorer ll 40mm vs my DJll 41mm. 7.25 inch wrist for reference. And I wear a SD43 daily.

Ouch that is a classic sausage wrist it hurts me just looking at it!
Please wear it loose and above the bendy part of wrist, if only just for me?

[StillTrying]

You’d be able to wear the 42mm Explorer. Try one on if you can, it’s the only way to know.


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[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by teabags001

Could be worse. You could have 7.25 inch wrist where almost the entire Rolex lineup form 36-44mm is wearable. Damn these expensive wrist I am cursed with lol. ;)


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Haha good for you


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[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by teabags001

The explorer ll 216570 even though it’s only 42mm wears larger then my 126600 SD43. The lug to lug is larger. To me it the explorer ll wore like the 43mm and the SD43 wore like a 42mm. If that makes any sense.

Thanks for sharing that. It makes perfect sense


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[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

42mm Black or Polar ,or both.
Will be fine for your wrists.Wears flat .
Your choice !

I think I am going to try to find one so that I can try it on


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[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by MYBROTHERSKEEPER

Schoolboy, the 42 mm is way too big for your size wrist. I suggest the 40 mm 16570 polar. Beautiful watch boy. I had my heart set on the 42 mm so I tried it and it looked too big on my 7 3/4 in wrist. Going to get the 40 someday soon. Best of luck.

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I know a lady that was selling a new old stock 40mm explorer 2, but maaaaan, she wanted $13,000 i think.

That was about a year ago. I guess I could check in and see if she still has it, but i don’t wAnt to pay a huge premium like that.

And I’m always nervous about buying a used watch.

[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by BumbleB

One of my favourite watches. It wears quite flat on the wrist, more subtle than a GMT II or Sub.

Lug to lug maybe a bit wider.

If you think 42mm is too big, try to get a 40mm BNIB.











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More subtle than a sub?



I guess I should just try it on

This is how my sub used to fit:




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[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by Lew Archer

I also think the 42mm Explorer II would be a bit much. That 36mm DJ looks like your ideal size, at least from that photograph.

If you take a look at the Rolex website...look up the Oyster Perpetual. Configure one with the 36mm case. You'll see there is a white dial option. It is a classic, simple watch. It may not have the sports feel you are looking for, however.

If you could find the 36mm Explorer, that would be excellent for you. Black dial, only. Classic model (and Ian Fleming wore one, if that matters to you). The current Explorer is 39mm. The 36mm Explorer gets a lot of love here, an iconic model. And, for you, perfectly proportioned.

Full disclosure: I tend to think that overly large watches run the risk of wearing the person, rather than the person wearing the watch. Many other people like the look of a massive watch. So, it's just a matter of taste, and that's entirely subjective.

In the end, get what YOU like and what looks and feels right to you. And, there's no substitution for trying on watches to figure that out.

I wish Rolex still made the 36mm Explorer.

Thanks for the feedback!


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[schoolboy]

Originally Posted by abozz

6.7 is no too small, you can wear it.

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Thanks, I might go try one on if I can find one !


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