A new Explorer II in 40mm - will I be waiting forever?

[vin24]

I'd love to get an Explorer II one day, but probably only in a 40mm size or smaller. Of course I know I can buy an older reference, but do you think Rolex will ever release a smaller size again? Maybe in addition to the larger size like they have 2 sizes with the Explorer? I know they "redesigned" it a couple years ago, so does that mean to probably expect no changes for a long time?

[Big Kahuna 0311]

I wouldn’t think they would offer those sizes any time soon for the reason you stated. I just bought my Exp II and love it.

[Mr. Superlative]

No one knows for sure, but I think you’ll be waiting forever. With many other 40mm watches in their range, the Explorer II is very intentional at 42mm, and has been for over a decade now. With the Exp I being smaller, there is very little chance the II will be reduced in size.

[Andad]

Who knows.

Rolex may standardise on case diameter and that would likely be 40mm.

Time will tell. NPI.

[MSL]

Suggestion:Tudor Black bay Pro 39mm and similar DNA

[RanHong]

i am in the same boat, id love a daytona sized polar explorer 2!!

[Harry-57]

With Rolex you never know.

I like the 42mm because it's something different. The white dial version is the most legible watch I've ever seen.

[londondude]

I think it’s gonna be very difficult. People are getting taller and bigger all the time, case sizes have been growing as well. It would be nice if Rolex started offering lady sizes for their sport watches. They could do a 42mm and a 37mm

[painexpert]

Originally Posted by vin24

I'd love to get an Explorer II one day, but probably only in a 40mm size or smaller. Of course I know I can buy an older reference, but do you think Rolex will ever release a smaller size again? Maybe in addition to the larger size like they have 2 sizes with the Explorer? I know they "redesigned" it a couple years ago, so does that mean to probably expect no changes for a long time?

I had a 16570 polar and wore it all the time. I beat the hell out of it and was never disappointed. I sold it but that was a mistake. I now have the 216570 polar and really like it but it is BIG.... I dont believe it will go back to 40mm.

[RolexBHR]

Originally Posted by Harry-57

The white dial version is the most legible watch I've ever seen.

Agree without a doubt.

[East of Eden]

They really should offer it in a smaller size, same with the Sub. The median wrist size is supposed to be 6.75”, these bigger only sizes leave out half the population

[Watch-Geek]

When I was getting my Sub, I told my AD to put me automatically on "the list" without even calling me IF Rolex EVER makes Eplorer II in 40mm again!!
Until then, I'll be wearing the 5 digit reference!

It was THE FIRST Rolex I ever fell in love with

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[East of Eden]

Originally Posted by londondude

I think it’s gonna be very difficult. People are getting taller and bigger all the time,

AKA, the obesity epidemic

[winst]

Originally Posted by MSL

Suggestion:Tudor Black bay Pro 39mm and similar DNA

That’s what I decided to go for and have not been disappointed. Yes, I know it’s not a Rolex but it’s value for money and superior specs of 200m WR and the T-fit clasp never cease to impress me.

[1William]

No changes to the watch for a while and I do not see a 40mm case return.

[brandrea]

Who knows …

Rolex has really played around with the Explorer sizing … maybe they’ll set their sights on the Exp2

[travisb]

You never know. I like the current size.

[direwolf]

The Explorer 1 and the yachtmaster come in two sizes now. I would not be surprised if the Explorer 2 and even the Sub eventually do too. The sub looks too big in many of the posts I see here, so it would be a welcome development for many people. I think a 39 or 40mm Explorer 2 would be fantastic. Even though my wrist is slightly over 7in, I still find the new Explorer 2 too big and heavy to wear often.

[Insert User Name]

If anything they'll do 41mm like the Submariner maybe...If they made it slightly smaller I'd trade/sell my 226570 42mm as I find it is a "tad" too big for my 7 1/4" wrist. YMMV.

[nyc2la]

I recently bought back a 16570 polar. I sold my first one 20+ years ago, which was a mistake.

But I am extremely happy with the one I have now.

I would not wait for Rolex to maybe, possibly, hopefully come out with a new 40mm version again. The 5 digit is so good as it is.

[GGGMT]

It’s 2mm. Just get it.


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[subtona]

Anything is possible

If they bring it back in 39 (40) they will still (most likely) not bring back lugholes.

Pick up a lugholes equipped 40mm and don’t look back.
One of their best references ever.

[subtona]

Originally Posted by GGGMT

It’s 2mm. Just get it.


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It’s the colors and proportions of the 42mm

[Giovannibravo]

I think the next iteration may be in 40mm. Speculating obviously. I do feel the market is moving towards smaller watches.

[vin24]

Originally Posted by direwolf

The Explorer 1 and the yachtmaster come in two sizes now. I would not be surprised if the Explorer 2 and even the Sub eventually do too. The sub looks too big in many of the posts I see here, so it would be a welcome development for many people. I think a 39 or 40mm Explorer 2 would be fantastic. Even though my wrist is slightly over 7in, I still find the new Explorer 2 too big and heavy to wear often.

Yeah it’s interesting that they’ve picked and chosen which sports models to add sizing options. I’d guess that they see the Explorer and Yachtmaster as the more “feminine” sports models and that’s why they offer in 2 sizes (I know the explorer 36 originally but still). But it would be nice to give people more sizing options across the model range

[Harry-57]

Originally Posted by nyc2la

Damn! That's a good photo. Now I want one.

[nighthawk77]

I don't envisage there being any updates to the ExpII anytime soon. Even when the next set of updates comes round, I don't imagine that they'd make this model smaller.

Agree it would be nice, and possible bring this into contention for a few more people, but I enjoy my 226570 Polar and would recommend you try it out if you like the overall look of the watch.

[askdanny]

Originally Posted by subtona

Anything is possible.

Rolex in the past three years:

-Released a Submariner that was NOT 40mm
-Killed the Hulk and resurrected the Kermit (??)
-Made an OP whose color traded at a greater factor than a steel Daytona.
-Went from 39 to 36... to 36 and 40 on the Explorer (?)
-made a GMT with the crown on the left (!)
-made a watch in titanium
-put emojis on a Day-Date
-released a Daytona with an exhibition caseback


-It also started a certified pre-owned program and bought the largest Rolex retailer in the world.

At this point, anybody still think we should rely on predictions based on the brand's historical trends?

--Danny

[GGGMT]

Originally Posted by subtona

It’s the colors and proportions of the 42mm

Ah. Only size mentioned about.

16570 option. But 42 is so sick. Orange is so cool. But so is red.

One thing to consider: the lume and visibility
Of the 42. Is. Off. The. Hook. Which means amazing.






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[subtona]

Originally Posted by GGGMT

Ah. Only size mentioned about.

16570 option. But 42 is so sick. Orange is so cool. But so is red.

One thing to consider: the lume and visibility
Of the 42. Is. Off. The. Hook. Which means amazing.






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Great pair. Both fine watches