Reply With QuoteGorgeous, I think I may keep my white one and add this too.
My new Rolex Explorer II 216570 arrived today in black and I'm absolutely in love with it. It appears this watch has become a bit marmite amongst Rolex traditionalists, however I love the maxi matt dial, the fatter hands which I think compliments this watch perfectly, and the orange hand is striking giving this tool watch that lovely splash of colour. The case size to me is perfect....as someone who has been brought up on Omega dive watches, this it the watch I've long been waiting for. The 42 case has a low profile and is very comfortable. What I love also about this watch is that it's probably not in your face recognizable as a Rolex to non watch followers. I think I've discovered my new daily wearer and will dread the accumulation of swirlies that no doubt the bezel and clasp will collect....oh well that's love for you
Last edited by sunster; 22nd July 2012 at 10:14.
Gorgeous, I think I may keep my white one and add this too.
Tried on the white faced dial the other day and was very impressed too. Doesn't wear big for its width and its low profile makes it sit very comfortably on the wrist. The maxi dial is well proportioned and I personally think it looks gorgeous however I might be biased as a 1655 owner.
“Don’t look back, you’re not heading that way.”
I really like the Exp 2 42mm. As you say, it's a quite slim for a wide diameter watch, so it sits on the wrist very comfortably. The black in particular is a good choice if you want to keep it subtle.
Very nice, congrats. Generally not a Rolex guy, but if any watch could change me, it would be that.
Hi, trying to send you a PM but your inbox is full.Originally Posted by sunster
Raffe
Someone who lies about the little things will lie about the big things too.
what a beauty!
I must admit that the latest range of Rolex are probably the most well designed and coherent of any brand.
Very nice and the hands are really Un-Rolex like...
remind me of the OS 300m 'vulgar' hands which I really like...well done and enjoy to the full!
I,m starting to think I may needs to try one as there growing on me
Looks really nice. Love the Orange writing "explorer" which matches the third hand.
My box was not full although I note the message. Don't know why that is. Try again
looks great Sunny
we must have an Exp2 meet
Although our collections are starting to match albeit polar opposites in terms of colourlooks great Sunny
we must have an Exp2 meet
Very very nice collection
This is the only Rolex model I would consider buying as it's the only one I like the look of. I could never decide between the white or black face but I think black takes it.
Congratulations on your purchase - enjoy!
Loads of details but also relatively subtle on the wrist.
The subtlety I love. There was a thread recently about being embarrassed to wear a rolex...if one felt that way then the Explorer 2 is a very good way to go. Its very subtle and not as instantly recognisable as Rolex as say compared to the Sub or Date just.
Same here! I've tried to sell mine to finance another watch and increase marital bliss during a house move, but after a few months, I'm glad it hasn't sold. I'm wearing my white version as I type and it still brings a smile to my face - I suepct not being a hardcore Rolex aficionado helps.
simon
Still on the fence whether I like it - but these pics show it off quite well!
The Explorer 2 is my favourite watch in the Rolex range. As has been mentioned it is something a little different from the Rolex style and I think it is this that attracts me.
Great photos too which have made me doubt my choice if I bought one of the white over black.
Beautiful watch - I'm eyeing them up myself. Between this and the new GMTII (with AD brushed links!).
I've had a ceramic GMT II in the past and now regret selling it. Every time I see one in a shop window I pine a bit. So, I think if I was offered a swap on my white Exp II, I could well take it up.
Simon
I have Ceramic GMT 11 and like it but I do hanker for the white faced version of this watch,even though it would have to be one or the other for me. I couldn't justify the two.
Gentlemen, there you go.
In the end we all know that they both will end up like this though,Gentlemen, there you go.
(although perhaps not with Isofranes)
Nicely spottedGentlemen, there you go.
I've also come around to the new Explorer, I think it's the nicest new Rolex in the range (IMHO).
They look so much better on rubber
I like the white faced 42mm but I like my GMTc more.
I have thought of buying the Exp white face and handset and have a bit of both. I guess it would be frowned upon by the occupants of this place though...
I wonder what it would look like....
Don't worry, they wouldn't fit as the Explorer and GMT are different sizes.
I thought that might be a sticking point 42mm into 40mm is quite a lot to fit in!
I do like this model, I have been pondering over the white face, only because I am needing some white in my collection.
Love these new Explorers, particularly the white dial. Awesome addition to your collection.
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