Thoughts about Rolex

[Ray0701]

Hi guys,

I'm new to the forum and I'm pretty sure there would have been many others who, like me, have been getting opinions on which Rolex to get but I would really appreciate some honest opinions from those in the know.
I'm planning on buying my very first Rolex in a month or two. I have been eyeing the Rolex Submariner 116613LN for a long time and I honestly think its a really fantastic and versatile watch and one that I could wear....well, literally, everywhere! It's something that I could do laps in the pool and its fancy enough to wear with a business suit.
My wife and a close buddy of mine have been trying to convince me that getting the new Explorer 2 is a much better idea. It doesn't scream Rolex and its more discreet and stuff and that I could always get a Jaeger Reverso as a dress watch.
What do you guys think?