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tigerljj · 11 December 2014, 12:25 PM

Hi Fellas,

Searched forum but didn't find anything specific to my question. I know the Explorer can be an everyday watch. What are your thoughts on the Datejust 2? I dress down on weekends and after work so would like to purchase 1 of the 2 for dress wear but also casual to super casual. Any advice/experience is greatly appreciated.

I own a Sub as well and love it!

Seaswirl · 11 December 2014, 12:30 PM

I'd don't own either, but I do like the black dialed ExpII. GMT feature is a plus for me, and it looks pretty sharp.

GTC · 11 December 2014, 12:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by seaswirl

i do like the black dialed expii. Gmt feature is a plus for me, and it looks pretty sharp.

+1

wisguy · 11 December 2014, 01:10 PM

Have owned both and both work as everyday watches.

It's down to the one you like the most, maybe the DJII is a better all rounder as it it a bit classier than the ExpII and is just as tough.

clock · 11 December 2014, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Seaswirl

I'd don't own either, but I do like the black dialed ExpII. GMT feature is a plus for me, and it looks pretty sharp.

Another +1

tigerljj · 11 December 2014, 02:03 PM

Thx fellas. My wife thinks black explorer looks too much like my sub (black dials). She talked me out of black Expkorer. Lol!

Rogdogg · 11 December 2014, 02:07 PM

I wore my White Dialled ExpII every day for about 18 months and in every type of situation. I think it's a great everyday piece.

steve.r · 11 December 2014, 02:23 PM

So look at the Polar option if you still like the Exp II, you can wear it in all situations and look cool.

Nidal · 11 December 2014, 02:31 PM

Exp2 more versatile and casual, DJ 2 is dressy and lacks GMT plus the impractical PCL that will brush itself with daily use!

Nidal

tigerljj · 11 December 2014, 02:34 PM

Good points. Leaning now towards Exp!

JayAK · 11 December 2014, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Seaswirl

I do like the black dialed ExpII. GMT feature is a plus for me, and it looks pretty sharp.

Yet another +1

drives · 11 December 2014, 03:05 PM

The Explorer II Polar is a sharp and casual watch.. Looks very nice in person!

venom43 · 11 December 2014, 04:11 PM

I remember trying it on and for some reason I left the store with it on my wrist.

FiftyTwoEighty · 11 December 2014, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tigerljj

Thx fellas. My wife thinks black explorer looks too much like my sub (black dials). She talked me out of black Expkorer. Lol!

Javi,

I'll let you test drive my Polar 216570 anytime you want.

Just not next week... I need it for my trip to Minneapolis.

Viva La WolfPack!

sturgeon123456 · 11 December 2014, 04:38 PM

Explorer 2 white is just a beautiful and versatile watch.

I also find it looks great on Natos and switch it up quite frequently.

That would get my vote!

Gerardus · 11 December 2014, 05:16 PM

EXII all the way

tigerljj · 11 December 2014, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FiftyTwoEighty

Javi,

I'll let you test drive my Polar 216570 anytime you want.

Just not next week... I need it for my trip to Minneapolis.

Viva La WolfPack!

Thanks Woody! Going w Explorer! Thx everyone!

Viva La Wolfpack!

Roma315 · 11 December 2014, 10:52 PM

The DJ II or DJ are some of the best all around watches you can buy. Suit, Jeans/tee, Tux, Business casual it works with everything the EXII is a bit more sporty and doesn't always work in formal occasions. I love both watches esp the polar, if you have other dress watches go with EXII is you have other sport watches go with DJ.

scarlet knight · 11 December 2014, 11:15 PM

You may have to get both. I own the polar explorer and the DJ2 with slate dial, green romans and two tone.

KevNev · 11 December 2014, 11:22 PM

Personal choice, but the EXPII Polar I had was underwhelming to me. I need a bit more shine on my wrist and the EXPII just had too many brushed surfaces.

DJII gets my vote.

Urosfan · 11 December 2014, 11:33 PM

I was in the same situation few months ago i choose the polar over the dj2 i just thought it was a bit more versatile good luck with ur choice both are winners imo

scarlet knight · 11 December 2014, 11:45 PM

Between the two, I prefer the polar explorer.

stusrt · 12 December 2014, 12:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Urosfan

I was in the same situation few months ago i choose the polar over the dj2 i just thought it was a bit more versatile good luck with ur choice both are winners imo

That's funny. I was done to these 2 models also and went with the DJII.
I'm still not sure I made the right choice - but if I had bought the explorer, I would be wishing I bought the DJII.
Only way to solve this? I'm going to have to get the polar explorer also now.

Knappo 1307 · 12 December 2014, 01:31 AM

216570

REDiesel · 12 December 2014, 01:44 AM

White Milgauss!!!

or a Polar 216570

Ferdelious · 12 December 2014, 01:47 AM

Exp II

AK797 · 12 December 2014, 03:20 AM

Crisp white DJ2 is the perfect foil to the black sub.

tigerljj · 12 December 2014, 06:33 AM

Now thinking about the DJ based on feedback. Dang!

Annan · 12 December 2014, 06:45 AM

If I followed all your comments sounds like you currently have a Sub? If so, won't your Sub work for very casual situations? If you want something that will "dress up", go with the DJII. I don't have one but suspect it would "dress down" as well, especially an all SS model with WG fluted bezel.

I had an EXPII, loved it for about a year and flipped it for a GMTII. Only reason I did was because the size, at 42mm, was too big for my 6.5" wrist. It was a great everyday watch but IMO a little too plain for dress up. Just go try on the EXP and the DJ and see which one sings louder.

Rolex74 · 12 December 2014, 06:52 AM

I need to show some DJII love here. I think the white dial in either watch is great, so stick with that. I wear my DJII most of the time, it really is nice with shirt and tie, jeans, tshirts, sweatshirts, and today a beat up hoody.

11 December 2014, 12:25 PM	#1
tigerljj "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Upland, CA Posts: 35	White Polar Exp 2 (42mm) vs Datejust 2 (41mm) white dial Hi Fellas, Searched forum but didn't find anything specific to my question. I know the Explorer can be an everyday watch. What are your thoughts on the Datejust 2? I dress down on weekends and after work so would like to purchase 1 of the 2 for dress wear but also casual to super casual. Any advice/experience is greatly appreciated. I own a Sub as well and love it!

11 December 2014, 01:10 PM	#4
wisguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Earth Posts: 2,406	Have owned both and both work as everyday watches. It's down to the one you like the most, maybe the DJII is a better all rounder as it it a bit classier than the ExpII and is just as tough. __________________ 5230G / 5146G / 124060 / BB58 / '59 Constellation

11 December 2014, 02:07 PM	#7
Rogdogg 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Bangkok Posts: 6,124	I wore my White Dialled ExpII every day for about 18 months and in every type of situation. I think it's a great everyday piece. __________________ Nil Satis Nisi Optimum

11 December 2014, 05:16 PM	#16
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,129	EXII all the way __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

11 December 2014, 10:52 PM	#18
Roma315 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: New York(Upstate) Watch: The clock Posts: 992	The DJ II or DJ are some of the best all around watches you can buy. Suit, Jeans/tee, Tux, Business casual it works with everything the EXII is a bit more sporty and doesn't always work in formal occasions. I love both watches esp the polar, if you have other dress watches go with EXII is you have other sport watches go with DJ. __________________

11 December 2014, 12:30 PM	#2
Seaswirl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: NYC Posts: 1,761	I'd don't own either, but I do like the black dialed ExpII. GMT feature is a plus for me, and it looks pretty sharp.

11 December 2014, 02:03 PM	#6
tigerljj "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Upland, CA Posts: 35	Thx fellas. My wife thinks black explorer looks too much like my sub (black dials). She talked me out of black Expkorer. Lol!

11 December 2014, 02:23 PM	#8
steve.r "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: China Watch: ExII & GMT Master Posts: 334	So look at the Polar option if you still like the Exp II, you can wear it in all situations and look cool.

11 December 2014, 02:31 PM	#9
Nidal "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: USA Watch: SubC LV Posts: 1,821	Exp2 more versatile and casual, DJ 2 is dressy and lacks GMT plus the impractical PCL that will brush itself with daily use! Nidal

11 December 2014, 02:34 PM	#10
tigerljj "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Upland, CA Posts: 35	Good points. Leaning now towards Exp!

11 December 2014, 03:05 PM	#12
drives "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Dylan Rives Location: Miami, FL Watch: 16610LV Posts: 58	The Explorer II Polar is a sharp and casual watch.. Looks very nice in person!

11 December 2014, 11:15 PM	#19
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,448	You may have to get both. I own the polar explorer and the DJ2 with slate dial, green romans and two tone.

11 December 2014, 11:22 PM	#20
KevNev "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Maryland Watch: 116618LN Posts: 468	Personal choice, but the EXPII Polar I had was underwhelming to me. I need a bit more shine on my wrist and the EXPII just had too many brushed surfaces. DJII gets my vote.

11 December 2014, 11:33 PM	#21
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	I was in the same situation few months ago i choose the polar over the dj2 i just thought it was a bit more versatile good luck with ur choice both are winners imo

11 December 2014, 11:45 PM	#22
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,448	Between the two, I prefer the polar explorer.

12 December 2014, 01:31 AM	#24
Knappo 1307 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 8,561	216570

12 December 2014, 01:44 AM	#25
REDiesel "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: USA Watch: GV 18038 DJ Smurf Posts: 625	White Milgauss!!! or a Polar 216570

12 December 2014, 01:47 AM	#26
Ferdelious 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Matt Location: Tampa, FL Watch: Hulk/SD4K/SeaQ/P39 Posts: 3,202	Exp II __________________ Why is it, "A penny for your thoughts," but, "you have to put your two cents in?" Somebody's making a penny.

12 December 2014, 03:20 AM	#27
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	Crisp white DJ2 is the perfect foil to the black sub.

12 December 2014, 06:33 AM	#28
tigerljj "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Upland, CA Posts: 35	Now thinking about the DJ based on feedback. Dang!

12 December 2014, 06:45 AM	#29
Annan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Ron Location: Arizona, USA Watch: 116233 Posts: 3,180	If I followed all your comments sounds like you currently have a Sub? If so, won't your Sub work for very casual situations? If you want something that will "dress up", go with the DJII. I don't have one but suspect it would "dress down" as well, especially an all SS model with WG fluted bezel. I had an EXPII, loved it for about a year and flipped it for a GMTII. Only reason I did was because the size, at 42mm, was too big for my 6.5" wrist. It was a great everyday watch but IMO a little too plain for dress up. Just go try on the EXP and the DJ and see which one sings louder. __________________ *so many Rolexes.....so little time*

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