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colonelpurple · Today, 01:56 AM

Looking for comfort and goldilocks size for me

Glamour or subtle ? Dull or interesting ? Beautiful or more beautiful ? Easy or Controversial ?

espanol · Today, 02:07 AM

Essentially the same watch.

Which dial do you like more? Which clasp do you prefer? Do crown guards get you going? Same movement, identical proportions, only differences are above.

colonelpurple · Today, 02:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by espanol

Essentially the same watch.

Which dial do you like more? Which clasp do you prefer? Do crown guards get you going? Same movement, identical proportions, only differences are above.

yes, indeed, a taste thing
I like the crown guards plus the multiple colours, fonts and sheer artistry of the Air-King.
On the other hand, the Explorer 1 is more classic, more subtle and a bit more sophisticated.
This is one of those cases where I would have both with the budget!

espanol · Today, 02:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by colonelpurple

yes, indeed, a taste thing
I like the crown guards plus the multiple colours, fonts and sheer artistry of the Air-King.
On the other hand, the Explorer 1 is more classic, more subtle and a bit more sophisticated.
This is one of those cases where I would have both with the budget!

FWIW, I'm a huge fan of the Explorer line, however in the 36mm size.

The dial isn't boring to me, but it seems to be to many.

Great, unassuming watch. If you're looking for 'bling' or to stand out more, the AK would be slightly more.

WatchTimes · Today, 02:24 AM

Love the Exp 1 especially in 36 mm
I find the AK has too many colors, fonts and #s on the dial. It looks really busy to me

~Ocho1~ · Today, 02:36 AM

I love the simplicity of the Explorer I.

The Air King seems a bit too busy for me.

B2 Stealth · Today, 02:49 AM

Not a fan of either and consider the Explorer boring and overhyped. Like the Air-King history but this isn't remotely close to the Air-King of WWII.
Reluctantly would choose the Air-King.

Exceeder · Today, 02:54 AM

air king. love crown guards and dial

jlovda · Today, 03:38 AM

The Exp should be the one with the crown guards.

Guppydriver · Today, 03:45 AM

This is a true poll of similar watches. Time only pieces on oyster with identical movements and water ratings.

I think it boils down to the splash of corporate colors that are unique to any model in the catalog. Rolex tends to be conservative , and the AK is one of the few exceptions.

My take. If you have a collection and need some fun , go AK. Small collection and looking for an amazing GADA… Explorer.

Guppydriver · Today, 03:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by espanol

Essentially the same watch.

Which dial do you like more? Which clasp do you prefer? Do crown guards get you going? Same movement, identical proportions, only differences are above.

Having a brain fart. Remind me how the clasp is different @español?

Kevin of Larchmont · Today, 03:47 AM

I love the 36mm Explorer and consider the 40mm version a cynical marketing compromise. So while not particularly fond of the Air-King I would choose it hands down over the 40mm explorer.

jitdc · Today, 03:52 AM

Both are great options. AK as part of a wider collection is great. Explorer if wanting a true GADA addition to a smaller collection.

Personally prefer the 39mm Exp 1, which was my first Rolex. I would happily add this new air king to the mix because I like the splash of color and crown guards.

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Dendi · Today, 03:56 AM

Love the yellow crown and green text of the Airking. Explorer is nice, but too subtle for my taste. All day , I'll choose the AK

brandrea · Today, 03:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ~Ocho1~

I love the simplicity of the Explorer I.

The Air King seems a bit too busy for me.

Exact same

View Poll Results: Which one ?
Air-King	18	48.65%
Explorere 1 40mm	19	51.35%
Voters: 37. You may not vote on this poll

Today, 02:24 AM	#5
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,778	Love the Exp 1 especially in 36 mm I find the AK has too many colors, fonts and #s on the dial. It looks really busy to me __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

Today, 03:52 AM	#13
jitdc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Real Name: Jake Location: TN Watch: 126500 Posts: 538	Both are great options. AK as part of a wider collection is great. Explorer if wanting a true GADA addition to a smaller collection. Personally prefer the 39mm Exp 1, which was my first Rolex. I would happily add this new air king to the mix because I like the splash of color and crown guards. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Insta: @tenn_past_10 ♛126500 ♛214270 2FA Enabled

Today, 02:07 AM	#2
espanol 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Mitchell Location: EST, EAT Watch: Trusty Explorer Posts: 1,028	Essentially the same watch. Which dial do you like more? Which clasp do you prefer? Do crown guards get you going? Same movement, identical proportions, only differences are above.

Today, 02:36 AM	#6
~Ocho1~ "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2022 Location: Central Florida Posts: 332	I love the simplicity of the Explorer I. The Air King seems a bit too busy for me.

Today, 02:49 AM	#7
B2 Stealth "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,672	Not a fan of either and consider the Explorer boring and overhyped. Like the Air-King history but this isn't remotely close to the Air-King of WWII. Reluctantly would choose the Air-King.

Today, 02:54 AM	#8
Exceeder "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2024 Real Name: Mike Location: US Watch: 1601 Posts: 103	air king. love crown guards and dial

Today, 03:38 AM	#9
jlovda "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: John Location: Midwest Watch: 5513,1675,216570 Posts: 1,496	The Exp should be the one with the crown guards.

Today, 03:45 AM	#10
Guppydriver 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: A-Aron Location: Utah Watch: 126710BLNR 226570 Posts: 2,093	This is a true poll of similar watches. Time only pieces on oyster with identical movements and water ratings. I think it boils down to the splash of corporate colors that are unique to any model in the catalog. Rolex tends to be conservative , and the AK is one of the few exceptions. My take. If you have a collection and need some fun , go AK. Small collection and looking for an amazing GADA… Explorer.

Today, 03:47 AM	#12
Kevin of Larchmont 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: The Ice House Watch: Ingersoll Mickey Posts: 3,234	I love the 36mm Explorer and consider the 40mm version a cynical marketing compromise. So while not particularly fond of the Air-King I would choose it hands down over the 40mm explorer.

Today, 03:56 AM	#14
Dendi "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: New Jersey Posts: 55	Love the yellow crown and green text of the Airking. Explorer is nice, but too subtle for my taste. All day , I'll choose the AK

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