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Rolexman666 · 20 January 2025, 07:59 PM

My AD told me if I want OP 36 (black-blue) wait time 6-12 months, if I want EXPLORER wait time 3-6 months.

Is it worth for wait and 1200 Euro MSRP?

OP36 3230 CALIBER 6350 EURO

EXPLORER 36 3230 CALIBER 7550 EURO

I neeed your opinions and help make a decision.

Harry-57 · 20 January 2025, 08:10 PM

If it's worth it to you it's worth it. If it isn't it isn't. Personally I prefer the OP to the Explorer. Anecdotally it looks like I'm with the majority but this doesn't take account of production numbers or allocation bias. What's worth it for me won't necessarily be worth it for you. It depends on you, not me.

Bazil · 20 January 2025, 09:35 PM

I have no idea what your idea of worth is, what watch do you want ? get what you want, that's where to worth is in any watch ... they are expensive commodities ..

travisb · 20 January 2025, 09:35 PM

Cost and wait time aside, it just comes down to which watch you prefer.

502 to Right · 20 January 2025, 09:39 PM

Pick the watch you'd rather be wearing 10 years from now.

Calatrava r · 20 January 2025, 09:46 PM

I prefer the Explorer so that is my only factor in the choice.

77T · 20 January 2025, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolexman666

I neeed your opinions and help make a decision.

You gave us tangible data alone.
A spreadsheet helps in that case.

Advice needs more context when the only differentiators are cost and time. The watches are essentially the same.
• What are your intangible values?
• What watches do you have?
• What is your ownership term?
• Is it a choice for flipping within a month?

Otherwise you're really asking us which model we like personally.

For me: The name Explorer resonates. Oyster Perpetual sounds like the leftovers from a seafood dinner.

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1William · 20 January 2025, 11:12 PM

Either/or. Both great watches and it comes down to what you want.

michael6120 · 20 January 2025, 11:13 PM

Depends on so many things… but my answer without knowing anything is Explorer.

brandrea · 20 January 2025, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by travisb

Cost and wait time aside, it just comes down to which watch you prefer.

^^^

returntorolex · 20 January 2025, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 77T

Oyster Perpetual sounds like the leftovers from a seafood dinner.
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returntorolex · 21 January 2025, 12:01 AM

I’d go for the Explorer 1 personally.

bbgun · 21 January 2025, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

For me: The name Explorer resonates. Oyster Perpetual sounds like the leftovers from a seafood dinner.

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Definitely one of the funniest things I’ve read in a while.

KatGirl · 21 January 2025, 01:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Calatrava r

I prefer the Explorer so that is my only factor in the choice.

I own both, because I love both. Since getting the Explorer, I tend to grab it first, but it’s still new. Obviously, it was worth it to me. I am surprised the Explorer has a shorter wait time. I waited 10 months for mine. Get the Explorer! Keep in mind the Explorer bracelet has a more noticeable taper, that the OP’s bracelet does not. Some men find that slightly feminine. Since I am a female, it was not an issue for me.

Kat

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Bxtek · 21 January 2025, 02:09 AM

It all depends on which one you like the most. THAT is the one I would go for. The wait time would be a non-determining factor for me since it's only a matter of months. The price would be worth paying more for as well imo, if it's really the watch you want.

I guess the question I would have for you is......if all 3 watches were the same price and right in front of you to choose one. Which would you pick and enjoy wearing the most?

~JJ · 21 January 2025, 02:13 AM

Prefer Explorer out of these options.

Kevin of Larchmont · 21 January 2025, 02:25 AM

I own the Explorer.

Fundamentally you are not asking a monetary or a chronological question, you are asking an aesthetic question. Make your decision based on that.

ltmgeller · 21 January 2025, 02:29 AM

How bad do you want the watches?

Aman08 · 21 January 2025, 02:32 AM

Would choose the Explorer. Was debating a 41op or 40 Explorer and decided on Explorer. Wait time 2 months.

Slackergirl · 21 January 2025, 03:09 AM

I do prefer the dial on the explorer. With the shortish wait time I would definitely go for the one you prefer more. An extra 3 months really not much. Have you had a chance to try both on? That might be the deciding factor for you since the bracelet is a little different.

Rolexman666 · 21 January 2025, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Slackergirl

I do prefer the dial on the explorer. With the shortish wait time I would definitely go for the one you prefer more. An extra 3 months really not much. Have you had a chance to try both on? That might be the deciding factor for you since the bracelet is a little different.

I tried both on my wrist but 1200 Euro MSRP and I didn't feel which one is will be my GRAIL watch.

I need a reasons of your choice to my GRAIL watch.

So I asked here, I hope lots of answers will come and I'll make my decision easily

enjoythemusic · 21 January 2025, 04:20 AM

Which one do you want to wear daily?

My choices would be....

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Kevin of Larchmont · 21 January 2025, 04:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolexman666

I tried both on my wrist but 1200 Euro MSRP and I didn't feel which one is will be my GRAIL watch.

I need a reasons of your choice to my GRAIL watch.

So I asked here, I hope lots of answers will come and I'll make my decision easily

Neither one will be your grail watch.

Welcome to the forum.

RolexAwaytheDew · 21 January 2025, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Kevin of Larchmont

Neither one will be your grail watch.

Welcome to the forum.

Agree. These are entry level watches for a Rolex collector.

Personally, I like the Explorer for sport and would also get an OP, with a different color dial, for sport and dress, too. Problem solved!

Slackergirl · 21 January 2025, 05:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolexman666

I tried both on my wrist but 1200 Euro MSRP and I didn't feel which one is will be my GRAIL watch.

I need a reasons of your choice to my GRAIL watch.

So I asked here, I hope lots of answers will come and I'll make my decision easily

If you do want just one “grail” watch do the explorer. The Mercedes hour hand is so associated with Rolex & the explorer does have a lot of history behind it. A one and done collection is awesome. Enjoy and wear whichever you choose in good health.

jb335 · 21 January 2025, 05:36 AM

I'd rather own the Explorer

flyguy33 · 21 January 2025, 07:33 AM

I find the Oysterlock clasp of the Explorer to be a significant upgrade from the Oysterclasp. That is the one major difference I'd expect other than the obvious dial and the taper that Kat mentioned.

GGGMT · 21 January 2025, 08:30 AM

Yes definitely! Explorer AD

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georgekart · 21 January 2025, 08:42 AM

Do you care more about the wait time, the money or the aesthetic? If it's the money, the OP is the clear winner. If it's the time, the Explorer is. And if it's the aesthetic it's up to you. Some will prefer the Explorer, some will prefer the OP.

0nly5iv3Digits · 21 January 2025, 09:02 AM

Lol. I'd rather have an explorer.

20 January 2025, 07:59 PM	#1
Rolexman666 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2024 Location: Earth Posts: 12	Million Dllar Question My AD told me if I want OP 36 (black-blue) wait time 6-12 months, if I want EXPLORER wait time 3-6 months. Is it worth for wait and 1200 Euro MSRP? OP36 3230 CALIBER 6350 EURO EXPLORER 36 3230 CALIBER 7550 EURO I neeed your opinions and help make a decision.

20 January 2025, 09:35 PM	#3
Bazil 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2022 Real Name: Bazil Brush Location: Star Gazing Watch: Any Daytona Posts: 4,167	I have no idea what your idea of worth is, what watch do you want ? get what you want, that's where to worth is in any watch ... they are expensive commodities .. __________________ *One day, it just stops ticking, so enjoy every second* If you have no enemies, you have no character. Taking a stand always creates opposition. Paul Newman *“A life spent making mistakes is not only more honorable, but more useful than a life spent doing nothing.”*

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21 January 2025, 04:20 AM	#22
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21 January 2025, 09:02 AM	#30
0nly5iv3Digits "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: EARTH Watch: What is "watch"? Posts: 1,616	Lol. I'd rather have an explorer. __________________ “UNpolished or I’m not interested” 😎 2FA Enabled

20 January 2025, 08:10 PM	#2
Harry-57 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,892	If it's worth it to you it's worth it. If it isn't it isn't. Personally I prefer the OP to the Explorer. Anecdotally it looks like I'm with the majority but this doesn't take account of production numbers or allocation bias. What's worth it for me won't necessarily be worth it for you. It depends on you, not me.

20 January 2025, 09:35 PM	#4
travisb "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,775	Cost and wait time aside, it just comes down to which watch you prefer.

20 January 2025, 09:39 PM	#5
502 to Right "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Parts Unknown Posts: 351	Pick the watch you'd rather be wearing 10 years from now.

20 January 2025, 09:46 PM	#6
Calatrava r 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: United States Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 11,753	I prefer the Explorer so that is my only factor in the choice.

20 January 2025, 11:12 PM	#8
1William 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 48,523	Either/or. Both great watches and it comes down to what you want.

20 January 2025, 11:13 PM	#9
michael6120 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Sydney Posts: 75	Depends on so many things… but my answer without knowing anything is Explorer.

21 January 2025, 12:01 AM	#12
returntorolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: Atlanta Watch: Jackie Stewart DD Posts: 5,720	I’d go for the Explorer 1 personally.

21 January 2025, 02:09 AM	#15
Bxtek "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: CA Posts: 2,880	It all depends on which one you like the most. THAT is the one I would go for. The wait time would be a non-determining factor for me since it's only a matter of months. The price would be worth paying more for as well imo, if it's really the watch you want. I guess the question I would have for you is......if all 3 watches were the same price and right in front of you to choose one. Which would you pick and enjoy wearing the most?

21 January 2025, 02:13 AM	#16
~JJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Chicago Watch: explorer Posts: 2,319	Prefer Explorer out of these options.

21 January 2025, 02:25 AM	#17
Kevin of Larchmont 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: The Ice House Watch: Ingersoll Mickey Posts: 3,536	I own the Explorer. Fundamentally you are not asking a monetary or a chronological question, you are asking an aesthetic question. Make your decision based on that.

21 January 2025, 02:32 AM	#19
Aman08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: USA Posts: 238	Would choose the Explorer. Was debating a 41op or 40 Explorer and decided on Explorer. Wait time 2 months.

21 January 2025, 03:09 AM	#20
Slackergirl "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Cali Watch: YM Everose Posts: 291	I do prefer the dial on the explorer. With the shortish wait time I would definitely go for the one you prefer more. An extra 3 months really not much. Have you had a chance to try both on? That might be the deciding factor for you since the bracelet is a little different.

21 January 2025, 05:36 AM	#26
jb335 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The States Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 7,648	I'd rather own the Explorer

21 January 2025, 07:33 AM	#27
flyguy33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: St. Louis Posts: 67	I find the Oysterlock clasp of the Explorer to be a significant upgrade from the Oysterclasp. That is the one major difference I'd expect other than the obvious dial and the taper that Kat mentioned.

21 January 2025, 08:30 AM	#28
GGGMT 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Itinerant Watch: 79010sg Posts: 8,476	Yes definitely! Explorer AD Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 January 2025, 08:42 AM	#29
georgekart "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Earth Posts: 1,715	Do you care more about the wait time, the money or the aesthetic? If it's the money, the OP is the clear winner. If it's the time, the Explorer is. And if it's the aesthetic it's up to you. Some will prefer the Explorer, some will prefer the OP.

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