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chloebear · 28 June 2016, 03:48 AM

I currently have a black 42mm Explorer 2. I'm thinking about adding a 36mm Date-Just (blue stick, jubilee bracelet, smooth bezel, roulette wheel date) so I'd have one sports model and one dressier. Or trading the Explorer 2 for a Sea-Dweller 4000. So basically two really nice ones or one grail-esq model. Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks!

japenney · 28 June 2016, 03:52 AM

Possible datejust 41 in steel next year if you can wait. You will be underwhelmed with 36mm going from 42mm explorer 2. I like swapping the explorer for a sea dweller and waiting on new datejust model. I would look to get the sea dweller preowned as they lose a lot of value compared to subs.

T01 · 28 June 2016, 03:55 AM

I'd go for the sea-dweller.

chloebear · 28 June 2016, 03:59 AM

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Originally Posted by japenney

Possible datejust 41 in steel next year if you can wait. You will be underwhelmed with 36mm going from 42mm explorer 2. I like swapping the explorer for a sea dweller and waiting on new datejust model. I would look to get the sea dweller preowned as they lose a lot of value compared to subs.

You picked right up on my DJ concern.....They are so classic, but I'm worried that 36 will be a little small. A friend of mine picked up a YM a year ago and his DJ hasn't seen any wrist-time since. The longer I'm around here the more I feel like 39-40mm is the sweet spot.

japenney · 28 June 2016, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by chloebear

You picked right up on my DJ concern.....They are so classic, but I'm worried that 36 will be a little small. A friend of mine picked up a YM a year ago and his DJ hasn't seen any wrist-time since. The longer I'm around here the more I feel like 39-40mm is the sweet spot.

36mm is fine if you have 7inch or smaller wrists. Any bigger and it looks a bit off. Would not matter much in your case if you are ok with the 42mm explorer 2 you will have a hard time being ok with 36mm unless you are ready to commit to that size.

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Etschell · 28 June 2016, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by chloebear

You picked right up on my DJ concern.....They are so classic, but I'm worried that 36 will be a little small. A friend of mine picked up a YM a year ago and his DJ hasn't seen any wrist-time since. The longer I'm around here the more I feel like 39-40mm is the sweet spot.

I'd go with the sd4k. But if not try the op line they are 39 mm and dressier.

Verdi · 28 June 2016, 04:04 AM

Keep the explorer and get the DJ.

Sandblaster · 28 June 2016, 04:15 AM

Keep your watch.
Question: are you comfortable going from 42mm to 36mm?
You have a black dial watch, can you find a 40mm Milgauss or LV Submariner?

Jack T · 28 June 2016, 04:25 AM

Yes, the DJ is smaller, it's 36mm, but mine with the fluted bezel wears beautifully. I think the classic, timeless DateJust can hold it's own against any timepiece out there. And I've never been a fan of the SeaDweller, or the DeepSea for that matter; just over-engineered Submariners, IMO

1995akcoop · 28 June 2016, 04:46 AM

go grail

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chloebear · 28 June 2016, 04:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Sandblaster

Keep your watch.
Question: are you comfortable going from 42mm to 36mm?
You have a black dial watch, can you find a 40mm Milgauss or LV Submariner?

That's a great question? I really have no idea as I've never worn a 36mm watch. I just know every time I see one they look amazing. I've tried then on at the AD and they look great. My biggest fear is I end up with a 42 that's a little too big and a 36 that's a little too small.

I love the Milgauss, AirKing, Explorer and 39mm OP's, so any of those would be a nice companion to the Explorer 2.

WAK4 · 28 June 2016, 04:53 AM

Going from the Exp II to a 36mm DJ is quite the jump. For me, the DJ would really seem tiny and would be a no go particularly when wearing the Exp II in rotation. You may not experience that, but I definitely did when I owned a 36mm DJ years ago and rotating it and other 40mm Rolex models. It did not last long. Loved looking at it in general, but not on my wrist.

chloebear · 28 June 2016, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by WAK4

Going from the Exp II to a 36mm DJ is quite the jump. For me, the DJ would really seem tiny and would be a no go particularly when wearing the Exp II in rotation. You may not experience that, but I definitely did when I owned a 36mm DJ years ago and rotating it and other 40mm Rolex models. It did not last long. Loved looking at it in general, but not on my wrist.

That's kind of what I was afraid of. Thanks for sharing. I've also considered flipping the Explorer 2 for a Submariner, then adding a 36mm DJ or a 39mm OP. Just so the gap isn't so large. 42 to 36 is almost the biggest gap in the Rolex lineup.

Flywheel · 28 June 2016, 05:32 AM

Get the Datejust II at 41mm. I'm surprised it hasn't been mentioned.

The Libertine · 28 June 2016, 05:42 AM

Go for the Grail.

watchwatcher · 28 June 2016, 06:51 AM

When you say you're thinking about adding a DJ to go with your EXP2, have you tried one on? And the same goes for the SDc.

I personally think you need to establish what it is you truly want and then go after it. It sounds to me like that's not really solid yet. If you buy or trade now, you're just going to end up flipping down the road.

BNA/LION · 28 June 2016, 06:53 AM

Try them on and you will know what to do.

Maiden · 28 June 2016, 07:27 AM

36mm 16014 (which has narrower lugs than the 6 digit versions) on a 7.25 - 7.5 in wrist. The fluted bezel makes it wear bigger and as a dress watch the size is absolutely fine. Go with what you like, but IMO two watches are better than one!

AK797 · 28 June 2016, 08:05 AM

I like the idea of 2 over 1 obviously but if the SD is a real grail type then I'd trade for it. If not really, then no.

Jack T · 28 June 2016, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by nresetar

36mm 16014 (which has narrower lugs than the 6 digit versions) on a 7.25 - 7.5 in wrist. The fluted bezel makes it wear bigger and as a dress watch the size is absolutely fine. Go with what you like, but IMO two watches are better than one!

Nice watch !

DCheeta · 28 June 2016, 08:15 AM

If you like the large size of the ExpII, then adding a DJII or DJ41 won't be a shock to you, as you're already conditioned to the larger size. I think the ExpII wears large for 42mm, so the disparity between that and a 36mm DJ would be pretty large.

ap1 · 28 June 2016, 09:44 AM

2 beats 1

TickTopia · 28 June 2016, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

I like the idea of 2 over 1 obviously but if the SD is a real grail type then I'd trade for it. If not really, then no.

This

masyv6 · 28 June 2016, 10:14 AM

SD4k

chloebear · 28 June 2016, 11:59 AM

Actually putting the Explorer 2 in a FedEx box to flip would be really hard. At times it feels huge though. I love everything about it otherwise. I can't help but think there's a reason dang near every sports model is 40mm. In my opinion the SD4K is the best model in the lineup.

28 June 2016, 03:48 AM	#1
chloebear Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: USA Watch: Explorer Posts: 2,902	Two or one? I currently have a black 42mm Explorer 2. I'm thinking about adding a 36mm Date-Just (blue stick, jubilee bracelet, smooth bezel, roulette wheel date) so I'd have one sports model and one dressier. Or trading the Explorer 2 for a Sea-Dweller 4000. So basically two really nice ones or one grail-esq model. Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks!

28 June 2016, 04:04 AM	#7
Verdi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mitch Location: UAE Watch: Big Ben Posts: 2,451	Keep the explorer and get the DJ. __________________ IG: @watch_idiot_savant

28 June 2016, 04:25 AM	#9
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Yes, the DJ is smaller, it's 36mm, but mine with the fluted bezel wears beautifully. I think the classic, timeless DateJust can hold it's own against any timepiece out there. And I've never been a fan of the SeaDweller, or the DeepSea for that matter; just over-engineered Submariners, IMO __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

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28 June 2016, 03:52 AM	#2
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	Possible datejust 41 in steel next year if you can wait. You will be underwhelmed with 36mm going from 42mm explorer 2. I like swapping the explorer for a sea dweller and waiting on new datejust model. I would look to get the sea dweller preowned as they lose a lot of value compared to subs.

28 June 2016, 03:55 AM	#3
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,489	I'd go for the sea-dweller.

28 June 2016, 04:15 AM	#8
Sandblaster Banned Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: US Watch: 16570, 216570 Posts: 161	Keep your watch. Question: are you comfortable going from 42mm to 36mm? You have a black dial watch, can you find a 40mm Milgauss or LV Submariner?

28 June 2016, 04:46 AM	#10
1995akcoop "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,162	go grail Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 June 2016, 04:53 AM	#12
WAK4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: NJ Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,172	Going from the Exp II to a 36mm DJ is quite the jump. For me, the DJ would really seem tiny and would be a no go particularly when wearing the Exp II in rotation. You may not experience that, but I definitely did when I owned a 36mm DJ years ago and rotating it and other 40mm Rolex models. It did not last long. Loved looking at it in general, but not on my wrist.

28 June 2016, 05:32 AM	#14
Flywheel "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cleveland Posts: 628	Get the Datejust II at 41mm. I'm surprised it hasn't been mentioned.

28 June 2016, 05:42 AM	#15
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Go for the Grail.

28 June 2016, 06:51 AM	#16
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,932	When you say you're thinking about adding a DJ to go with your EXP2, have you tried one on? And the same goes for the SDc. I personally think you need to establish what it is you truly want and then go after it. It sounds to me like that's not really solid yet. If you buy or trade now, you're just going to end up flipping down the road.

28 June 2016, 08:05 AM	#19
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,367	I like the idea of 2 over 1 obviously but if the SD is a real grail type then I'd trade for it. If not really, then no.

28 June 2016, 08:15 AM	#21
DCheeta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Dave Location: NYC Posts: 7,181	If you like the large size of the ExpII, then adding a DJII or DJ41 won't be a shock to you, as you're already conditioned to the larger size. I think the ExpII wears large for 42mm, so the disparity between that and a 36mm DJ would be pretty large.

28 June 2016, 09:44 AM	#22
ap1 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,475	2 beats 1

28 June 2016, 10:14 AM	#24
masyv6 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: 35000ft Posts: 3,771	SD4k

28 June 2016, 11:59 AM	#25
chloebear Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: USA Watch: Explorer Posts: 2,902	Actually putting the Explorer 2 in a FedEx box to flip would be really hard. At times it feels huge though. I love everything about it otherwise. I can't help but think there's a reason dang near every sports model is 40mm. In my opinion the SD4K is the best model in the lineup.

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