Omega Seamaster Worldtimer Vs Rolex Exp II

[orangeguy]

Hi All,
I’m currently evaluating picking up one of these two. I love the dial of the Omega with the northern hemisphere displayed. I was also thinking it might fly a bit under the radar. My biggest hesitation is the size. Less about the diameter and more with the thickness. It’s a chunky monkey.

I’ve always been an Explorer II fan, but it is a bit more boring, for a lack of a better word. But, is it still too recognizable as a Rolex, even though it’s not quite as instantly identifiable as a Sub.

From a robustness, I’m guessing either would be fine. Just curious what your thoughts are.

Thanks

[orangeguy]

I should have specified, a current Exp II 226570. So 42mm Exp II vs the 43mm Omega.

[1William]

I prefer the Explorer II for it's robustness and go anywhere, do anything, for me. The World Timer is nice but I see it as a niche watch and it would not get much wear for me.

[orangeguy]

Okay. I'm with you.

Originally Posted by 1William

I prefer the Explorer II for it's robustness and go anywhere, do anything, for me. The World Timer is nice but I see it as a niche watch and it would not get much wear for me.

[1William]

Looks great.

[AAMD11]

I’m gonna go against the crowd and say the WT. it’s 43 but believe me when I tell you it wears smaller than that. More like a 41 because of the lugs. My Longines 42 Zulu wears larger than this. The interchangeable strap is a plus as well. Display case back not to mention the uniqueness of the piece from Omega. It’s a home run for me. I’ve had mine 3+ years now. No regrets. Cheers

[911Turbo]

I love the Explorer II! But also love this this Aqua Terra - has a similar look to it with the orange hand.

[shalako]

I’ve owned both in the last 12 months, sold the Rolex Explorer 2 fairly quickly, didn’t bond with it at all, preferred the Aqua Terra Worldtimer which I kept for longer but ultimately I found the dial too busy and hard to read even though it’s beautifully executed so sold that too. My GMT’s are currently a Rolex BLNR and the Omega Planet Ocean Good Planet GMT both of which I much prefer, which by the way has an Orange GMT hand and Orange numbers on the ceramic bezel, I’ll post a picture later…..