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escobar144 · 27 July 2019, 07:35 AM

Hello everyone,

I currently own a black OP39, but have been secretly lusting after an Explorer 1. Does it make sense to go from an OP39 to an Explorer 1 since they look pretty similar? I purchased my OP39 brand new so I would probably have to come $2,000 USD out of pocket to fund the Explorer 1. My friend is telling me that if I am going to sell my OP39 I should go for something else like a DJ41 or a Sub. Thoughts?

Keep in mind that my OP39 has an easylink extension in the clasp as well. The clasps arent THAT different from one another.

Pics for reference:

https://imgur.com/a/JhJ9pJY

cop414 · 27 July 2019, 07:40 AM

I’ve often wondered about this same thing. Lume filled numerals and a different more flatter less domed bezel on the Explorer, also and I’m not 100% sure on this but the Explorer might have a more robust shock absorbing system than the OP, tough call.

offrdmania · 27 July 2019, 07:42 AM

The OP39 and Explorer 1 use the same case. If you have the Easylink already, the only thing the Explorer will have is the flip lock on the clasp. You arent missing much unless you are looking for a different dial, hands and bezel.

AJMarcus · 27 July 2019, 10:23 AM

I’d do that flip easily. You gain an icon with the Explorer

Fat_ninja · 27 July 2019, 10:28 AM

I root for the X1

Subconscious · 27 July 2019, 10:44 AM

Flip OP39 for SubC ND

djyolky · 27 July 2019, 11:48 AM

214270 all day

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justjay82 · 27 July 2019, 12:00 PM

This trade doesn’t make sense to me. Especially with your upgraded bracelet.

Pilliam · 27 July 2019, 12:09 PM

I have the Exp and love it, but it seems like you're sitting the fence on what model to move on/up to next. If so, then your friend is right in the sense that, if, as between an Exp v. Sub v. DJ41, and if you'd like a Sub or DJ41, then grab one of those.

My point is that I agree with others who said you're not gaining too much between Exp and OP39, so if you're looking to parlay your OP39 into some other model and you're really not beholden to any one in particular, then grab the one that's the most coveted that you can enjoy. I think play around with the DJ41. Look, we all love the Sub, but the black is ubiquitous. Why not get a DJ41 with which you can personalize some style?

RolyMoly · 27 July 2019, 01:27 PM

I’d do that deal in a heart beat. Love an Explorer.

Justindo · 27 July 2019, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by justjay82

This trade doesn’t make sense to me. Especially with your upgraded bracelet.

This, and I own an Explorer.

puckbw11 · 29 July 2019, 08:31 PM

I actually prefer the OP39. I’d keep it.

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1William · 29 July 2019, 08:52 PM

I prefer the Explorer of the two. As some others have said I would be tempted to go Submariner ND.

27 July 2019, 07:35 AM	#1
escobar144 Banned Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: LA Watch: Submariner/DJ 41 Posts: 506	Trade in OP39 for Explorer 1 Hello everyone, I currently own a black OP39, but have been secretly lusting after an Explorer 1. Does it make sense to go from an OP39 to an Explorer 1 since they look pretty similar? I purchased my OP39 brand new so I would probably have to come $2,000 USD out of pocket to fund the Explorer 1. My friend is telling me that if I am going to sell my OP39 I should go for something else like a DJ41 or a Sub. Thoughts? Keep in mind that my OP39 has an easylink extension in the clasp as well. The clasps arent THAT different from one another. Pics for reference: https://imgur.com/a/JhJ9pJY

27 July 2019, 07:40 AM	#2
cop414 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Tim Location: Pennsylvania Watch: 14060M Posts: 72,135	I’ve often wondered about this same thing. Lume filled numerals and a different more flatter less domed bezel on the Explorer, also and I’m not 100% sure on this but the Explorer might have a more robust shock absorbing system than the OP, tough call. __________________ Rolex Submariner 14060M Omega Seamaster 2254.50 DOXA Professional 1200T Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons TRF's "After Dark" Bar & NightClub Patron P Club Member #17 2 FA ENABLED

27 July 2019, 07:42 AM	#3
offrdmania 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Wine Country, Ca Posts: 5,991	The OP39 and Explorer 1 use the same case. If you have the Easylink already, the only thing the Explorer will have is the flip lock on the clasp. You arent missing much unless you are looking for a different dial, hands and bezel. __________________ TRF Member 11738

27 July 2019, 10:23 AM	#4
AJMarcus "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: AJ Location: USA Watch: Swiss Posts: 5,236	I’d do that flip easily. You gain an icon with the Explorer

27 July 2019, 10:28 AM	#5
Fat_ninja Banned Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: USA Watch: P-01 Posts: 11,772	I root for the X1

27 July 2019, 10:44 AM	#6
Subconscious "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: NL Location: Canada Watch: 116610LN Posts: 80	Flip OP39 for SubC ND

27 July 2019, 11:48 AM	#7
djyolky Banned Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: US Posts: 1,411	214270 all day Sent from my SM-G925V using Tapatalk

27 July 2019, 12:00 PM	#8
justjay82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Canada Posts: 1,304	This trade doesn’t make sense to me. Especially with your upgraded bracelet.

27 July 2019, 12:09 PM	#9
Pilliam "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: USA Posts: 254	I have the Exp and love it, but it seems like you're sitting the fence on what model to move on/up to next. If so, then your friend is right in the sense that, if, as between an Exp v. Sub v. DJ41, and if you'd like a Sub or DJ41, then grab one of those. My point is that I agree with others who said you're not gaining too much between Exp and OP39, so if you're looking to parlay your OP39 into some other model and you're really not beholden to any one in particular, then grab the one that's the most coveted that you can enjoy. I think play around with the DJ41. Look, we all love the Sub, but the black is ubiquitous. Why not get a DJ41 with which you can personalize some style?

27 July 2019, 01:27 PM	#10
RolyMoly Banned Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Chicago, FL/TN Posts: 447	I’d do that deal in a heart beat. Love an Explorer.

29 July 2019, 08:31 PM	#12
puckbw11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Texas/Virginia Posts: 292	I actually prefer the OP39. I’d keep it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 July 2019, 08:52 PM	#13
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,598	I prefer the Explorer of the two. As some others have said I would be tempted to go Submariner ND.

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