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spuds · 16 January 2010, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timber Loftis

I own both. They are both great choices. It is fair to say that the blockier supercase is less artful than the older cases, with less harmony in the lines. But it wears a lot better than I expected, better than the older cases, but a wee bit heavier.

That said, I am going to present the single strongest argument for why the IIc is the better choice (pic borrowed from another forum):

which is.....?????

JUSTROLEXES · 16 January 2010, 12:49 AM

CPTL · 16 January 2010, 01:02 AM

Too different really to compare. The most glaring differences between the two are aesthetic, which is a completely personal decision. White v. Black; shiny v. brushed; blocky and visible v. sleek and subdued....

Explorer II does have poorer resale value if you buy at MSRP from an AD. However, you can get a great 1-yr old for right at $4K and let that dude eat the poor resale value.

Wink · 16 January 2010, 01:28 AM

If you think the rotatable bezel is worth the $1500 or so extra the GMT costs over the Explorer II, buy the GMT. The black dial Explorer II is a very sexy watch and does it all.

wgs · 16 January 2010, 01:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tools

i am not a fan of the block case, bling bracelet, in-your-face, shiny ceramic gmt...

This is a lifestyle choice.. If you fancy yourself the nightclub player who wants to stick your rolex in everybody's face.. The choice is then obvious

if not, and you prefer more sane environments, are active, and you're comfortable in your own skin without having the need to flaunt... The choice is different..

... Hey, get the one you want to wear on your wrist every day.........

No pressure.

x 2

sea-dweller · 16 January 2010, 01:39 AM

GMT II C here...

tkc324 · 16 January 2010, 01:54 AM

GMT for SURE~

scrog10 · 16 January 2010, 02:16 AM

Both excellent watches as stated by many. It really comes down to value. If buying pre owned the Expo 2 would be considerably cheaper than the GMT 2c. Making the Expo 2 far better value. But if you want the latest design from Rolex at any cost then it is of course the GMT 2c. Here in the UK a very nice 2004 Expo 2 can be bought for around £2,300. The GMT on the other hand would cost you around £3, 600 + for a 2007/8 model.
I've just sold my Expo 2 white for a 14060M. Sub no date. Cost me £100 to change my 2004 Expo 2 for a 2007 14060M. I think I did ok.

Sweramic · 16 January 2010, 02:18 AM

GMT IIc all the way!

jlake · 16 January 2010, 12:10 PM

Explorer II (White face) most definitely...Waiting for new ceramic ss sub date in 2010..Hopefully....

JBat · 16 January 2010, 01:21 PM

Whichever one sings to you. Both are great watches.

levi time · 16 January 2010, 02:26 PM

gmt cersmiccccc bezell always

nyyankees · 16 January 2010, 03:23 PM

GMT2C. I had an Explorer II. Nice watch but too understated

16 January 2010, 12:49 AM	#62
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16 January 2010, 01:02 AM	#63
CPTL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Texas on my mind Watch: Sub Date; SS/WG DJ Posts: 2,445	Too different really to compare. The most glaring differences between the two are aesthetic, which is a completely personal decision. White v. Black; shiny v. brushed; blocky and visible v. sleek and subdued.... Explorer II does have poorer resale value if you buy at MSRP from an AD. However, you can get a great 1-yr old for right at $4K and let that dude eat the poor resale value. __________________ 16610 Submariner Date; D Serial 16234 DateJust SS with WG Fluted Bezel & Jubillee, White Roman Dial; F Serial 16570 Explorer II White Dial; M Serial And Hers: 78240 Mid-Size DateJust SS with Domed Bezel & Oyster, White Roman; D Serial

16 January 2010, 01:39 AM	#66
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	GMT II C here... __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

16 January 2010, 03:23 PM	#73
nyyankees "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southeastern PA Watch: 1216610 Posts: 2,131	easy answer GMT2C. I had an Explorer II. Nice watch but too understated

16 January 2010, 01:28 AM	#64
Wink Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: South Carolina Posts: 84	If you think the rotatable bezel is worth the $1500 or so extra the GMT costs over the Explorer II, buy the GMT. The black dial Explorer II is a very sexy watch and does it all.

16 January 2010, 01:54 AM	#67
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	GMT for SURE~

16 January 2010, 02:16 AM	#68
scrog10 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Simon Location: Devon U.K Watch: Rolex GMT 2c Posts: 240	Both excellent watches as stated by many. It really comes down to value. If buying pre owned the Expo 2 would be considerably cheaper than the GMT 2c. Making the Expo 2 far better value. But if you want the latest design from Rolex at any cost then it is of course the GMT 2c. Here in the UK a very nice 2004 Expo 2 can be bought for around £2,300. The GMT on the other hand would cost you around £3, 600 + for a 2007/8 model. I've just sold my Expo 2 white for a 14060M. Sub no date. Cost me £100 to change my 2004 Expo 2 for a 2007 14060M. I think I did ok.

16 January 2010, 02:18 AM	#69
Sweramic "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Movies Posts: 4,531	GMT IIc all the way!

16 January 2010, 12:10 PM	#70
jlake Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 45	Explorer II (White face) most definitely...Waiting for new ceramic ss sub date in 2010..Hopefully....

16 January 2010, 01:21 PM	#71
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Whichever one sings to you. Both are great watches.

16 January 2010, 02:26 PM	#72
levi time Banned Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Dave Location: Los Angeles Watch: 116234-116520 Posts: 640	gmt cersmiccccc bezell always

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