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clock · 17 June 2013, 02:15 AM

If you were going to purchase an Explorer II, which would you choose and why?

JCW1980 · 17 June 2013, 02:23 AM

I like the 16570 because I prefer more classically sized watches. The 39mm appeals to me over the 42mm.

Rags · 17 June 2013, 02:32 AM

I don't like that it's 42mm & hate the fat hands..

Chainring · 17 June 2013, 02:56 AM

While I think the 216570 looks better, I'd have to go with the 16570 because I have puny wrists and the lug to lug distance on the 216570 is pushing it for me.

adamlea · 17 June 2013, 03:05 AM

I prefer the 216570 because I like the Maxi dial, the fat hands, the orange GMT hand, and the larger case. The 216570 is highly legible and has wrist presence. Plus, I think the 3187 in the 216570 is better movement than the 3186 in the 16570.

Good luck with your choice.

Clutch Cargo · 17 June 2013, 03:15 AM

216570 white dial. It is the best watch I have ever owned for reading the time. After all, that is why you wear a watch; isn't it? I would rather the 24 hour hand be painted red instead of orange, but it does stand out.

I've had a couple of people who purchased a black dial tell me that wised they had gotten a white dial.

adamlea · 17 June 2013, 03:20 AM

I have the 216570 in black and I love it. It was a tough choice between the black and the polar but I chose the black because I liked the contrast and thought it was a bit more legible than the polar - for me anyway.

ecsub44 · 17 June 2013, 03:31 AM

16570 ALL the way for me. I prefer the size, shape, features, etc.

I really do like the Orange hand...though not enough to sway my vote.

luvsub · 17 June 2013, 03:49 AM

Like the latest model, white face.

underdog33 · 17 June 2013, 03:53 AM

216570 polar. It's a near-perfect watch. It's gorgeous and has amazing wrist presence. As well, it's a nice change from my other black dialed watches. I love the 16570 but prefer the larger 216570. Can't go wrong with either. Good luck with your decision.

melons · 17 June 2013, 03:57 AM

I also have the 216570 in black and love it. For me it's the best of all the new sport Rolexes and the perfect compliment to my 16610. The 42mm size is one of the reasons I purchased it, I've never found it too large either. IMO it's perfect!! Wearing it now in fact.

FremStar · 17 June 2013, 05:40 AM

I like the 16570 and will pick one up one day, however, between the two I went with the 216570 in Noir...

Good luck!

roger0770 · 17 June 2013, 05:42 AM

i just think it looks better

closey · 17 June 2013, 08:10 AM

16570 as I prefer the classic size

kcmo · 17 June 2013, 08:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rags

i don't like that it's 42mm & hate the fat hands..

x2

shoppy · 17 June 2013, 08:55 AM

I have both polar and noir and love them both.

subtona · 17 June 2013, 09:21 AM

Had them both, sold the 42mm.

But i really like each of them, the 42 wore very well & felt at home in todays fashion, the 40mm is however more the size i am accustomed to.

Then you have to factor in price difference & the slight quirkiness of the cartoonish hands.

Those are the things that stand out for me.

Rolex Freak · 17 June 2013, 09:30 AM

Classic for me.

clock · 17 June 2013, 10:27 AM

I prefer the cleaner dial of the older Exp.II but like the larger size of the current model.

Hmm, maybe a GMT.

sea-dweller · 17 June 2013, 10:29 AM

I like the 16570's, as I have a smaller wrist and they fit perfectly.

mic6 · 17 June 2013, 10:30 AM

16570 for sure

build4boost · 17 June 2013, 11:23 AM

I like all the new style bracelets and updated looks.

tfduff723 · 17 June 2013, 12:10 PM

16570 without hesitation!! Classic, balanced dimensions and timeless design.

40mm is the perfect size for a sports / tool watch in my opinion.

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Billywiz · 17 June 2013, 12:13 PM

classic...agreed.

slim4511 · 17 June 2013, 12:21 PM

16570 Polar for me. Prefer the red hand. Dislike the fat hands as they look almost cartoonish to me.

Watchflair · 17 June 2013, 01:59 PM

No question the 216570
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Watchflair · 17 June 2013, 02:01 PM

The 42mm is perfect. Gives the watch a get understated presence. Not to mention better lume ect

mrallen13 · 17 June 2013, 02:33 PM

216570 for me. The size and the bracelet put it over the top for me compared to the 16570. I would say the dials are a wash for me between the two. The both have things that appeal and things that don't, but it's strictly personal preference.

travisb · 17 June 2013, 07:16 PM

216570! Perfect fit. Upgraded clasp and case size works perfect for me.

Bangel · 17 June 2013, 07:27 PM

New for me.

Coin toss with appearance, but the 216570 gets the nod because I prefer having an anti reflective layer on the cyclops and it has a newer style clasp.

View Poll Results: Which one?
16570	61	39.61%
216570	94	61.04%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 154. You may not vote on this poll

17 June 2013, 02:15 AM	#1
clock Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: in a house Posts: 13,510	216570 or 16570? If you were going to purchase an Explorer II, which would you choose and why?

17 June 2013, 02:32 AM	#3
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	I don't like that it's 42mm & hate the fat hands.. __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

17 June 2013, 03:31 AM	#8
ecsub44 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: US Watch: Sub Posts: 3,175	16570 ALL the way for me. I prefer the size, shape, features, etc. I really do like the Orange hand...though not enough to sway my vote. __________________ *侘寂 -- wabi-sabi --* acceptance of transience and imperfection by finding beauty in that which is imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete Commissioner of WEIRD POLICE , Badge # ecsub44

17 June 2013, 05:40 AM	#12
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	I like the 16570 and will pick one up one day, however, between the two I went with the 216570 in Noir... Good luck! __________________ "Wealth is of the heart and mind, not of the pocket!" "A Watch Is An Emotional Object, And So, It Is The Responsibility Of The Brand To Create Emotion Through It's Products" - Georges Kern "In the 1950s and 60s, they made the Ref 8171, which is a cult collectible—now that’s the ultimate Rolex you could own with a calendar and a moon phase.” - John Reardon "Heh, heh, heh..." - Michael Kilyung

17 June 2013, 02:23 AM	#2
JCW1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: DFW, TX Watch: Speedmaster Posts: 672	I like the 16570 because I prefer more classically sized watches. The 39mm appeals to me over the 42mm.

17 June 2013, 02:56 AM	#4
Chainring "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Grand Junction CO Watch: A few, not enough. Posts: 1,725	While I think the 216570 looks better, I'd have to go with the 16570 because I have puny wrists and the lug to lug distance on the 216570 is pushing it for me.

17 June 2013, 03:05 AM	#5
adamlea "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Great Plains Watch: Exp II 216570 Blk Posts: 1,190	I prefer the 216570 because I like the Maxi dial, the fat hands, the orange GMT hand, and the larger case. The 216570 is highly legible and has wrist presence. Plus, I think the 3187 in the 216570 is better movement than the 3186 in the 16570. Good luck with your choice.

17 June 2013, 03:15 AM	#6
Clutch Cargo "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Lynn Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 452	216570 white dial. It is the best watch I have ever owned for reading the time. After all, that is why you wear a watch; isn't it? I would rather the 24 hour hand be painted red instead of orange, but it does stand out. I've had a couple of people who purchased a black dial tell me that wised they had gotten a white dial.

17 June 2013, 03:20 AM	#7
adamlea "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Great Plains Watch: Exp II 216570 Blk Posts: 1,190	I have the 216570 in black and I love it. It was a tough choice between the black and the polar but I chose the black because I liked the contrast and thought it was a bit more legible than the polar - for me anyway.

17 June 2013, 03:49 AM	#9
luvsub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SF, south bay Posts: 5,221	Like the latest model, white face.

17 June 2013, 03:53 AM	#10
underdog33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 324	216570 polar. It's a near-perfect watch. It's gorgeous and has amazing wrist presence. As well, it's a nice change from my other black dialed watches. I love the 16570 but prefer the larger 216570. Can't go wrong with either. Good luck with your decision.

17 June 2013, 03:57 AM	#11
melons "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: GMT -5 Watch: Rolex/Panerai Posts: 991	I also have the 216570 in black and love it. For me it's the best of all the new sport Rolexes and the perfect compliment to my 16610. The 42mm size is one of the reasons I purchased it, I've never found it too large either. IMO it's perfect!! Wearing it now in fact.

17 June 2013, 05:42 AM	#13
roger0770 Banned Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: On Earth Watch: A Few Posts: 1,510	i just think it looks better

17 June 2013, 08:10 AM	#14
closey "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Closey Location: England Posts: 184	16570 as I prefer the classic size

17 June 2013, 08:55 AM	#16
shoppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Watch: OP and daytona Posts: 1,783	I have both polar and noir and love them both. __________________ My family are my life and spirit and strength... Rolex daytona, YMs, OPs Z blue, subs, GMTs, Daydates, Omega Snoopy, chornomaster, apollo 8, ATs, POs, PP, JLC, VC, Swatch ,Casio, Timex.

17 June 2013, 09:21 AM	#17
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,550	Had them both, sold the 42mm. But i really like each of them, the 42 wore very well & felt at home in todays fashion, the 40mm is however more the size i am accustomed to. Then you have to factor in price difference & the slight quirkiness of the cartoonish hands. Those are the things that stand out for me. __________________

17 June 2013, 09:30 AM	#18
Rolex Freak "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Sandro Location: Canada Watch: Rolex/GS Posts: 4,412	Classic for me.

17 June 2013, 10:27 AM	#19
clock Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: in a house Posts: 13,510	Mixed preferences I prefer the cleaner dial of the older Exp.II but like the larger size of the current model. Hmm, maybe a GMT.

17 June 2013, 10:29 AM	#20
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I like the 16570's, as I have a smaller wrist and they fit perfectly.

17 June 2013, 10:30 AM	#21
mic6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Europe Watch: 116718 green Posts: 1,944	16570 for sure __________________

17 June 2013, 11:23 AM	#22
build4boost "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: Baltimore MD Watch: My next Rolex! Posts: 159	I like all the new style bracelets and updated looks. __________________ Chris N. SS Yacht-Master II "random". Explorer 42mm Polar "G". DSSD "V". SS GMT-C "V".

17 June 2013, 12:10 PM	#23
tfduff723 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Michigan USA Watch: Rolex & Omega 4 Me Posts: 1,685	16570 without hesitation!! Classic, balanced dimensions and timeless design. 40mm is the perfect size for a sports / tool watch in my opinion. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1371434950.231786.jpg

17 June 2013, 12:21 PM	#25
slim4511 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Detroit Posts: 484	16570 Polar for me. Prefer the red hand. Dislike the fat hands as they look almost cartoonish to me. __________________ GMT IIc, Exp II, Speedy Pro If you're not living on the edge, you're taking up too much space.

17 June 2013, 01:59 PM	#26
Watchflair 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: Westchester NY Watch: Love em all Posts: 5,920	No question the 216570 ImageUploadedByTapatalk1371441546.551691.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1371441558.001573.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1371441569.783367.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1371441578.611487.jpg __________________ Remember what matters. Value everyday

17 June 2013, 02:01 PM	#27
Watchflair 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: Westchester NY Watch: Love em all Posts: 5,920	The 42mm is perfect. Gives the watch a get understated presence. Not to mention better lume ect __________________ Remember what matters. Value everyday

17 June 2013, 02:33 PM	#28
mrallen13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Matt Location: Austin, TX USA Watch: SDc, PO Posts: 200	216570 for me. The size and the bracelet put it over the top for me compared to the 16570. I would say the dials are a wash for me between the two. The both have things that appeal and things that don't, but it's strictly personal preference.

17 June 2013, 07:16 PM	#29
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,419	216570! Perfect fit. Upgraded clasp and case size works perfect for me.

17 June 2013, 07:27 PM	#30
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	New for me. Coin toss with appearance, but the 216570 gets the nod because I prefer having an anti reflective layer on the cyclops and it has a newer style clasp. Last edited by Bangel; 17 June 2013 at 07:33 PM.. Reason: Forgot to put reason for my choice.

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