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gr8philosopher · 1 May 2009, 02:22 AM

Hi. It is time that I need to let one of my fav Rolexes go. So, help me decide please.

If you were only to keep one of them, what will you choose? Sub date or EXII?

PiTT · 1 May 2009, 02:36 AM

Sub!

kcmo · 1 May 2009, 02:36 AM

Sub!

abr68 · 1 May 2009, 02:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kcmo

sub!

x 3 !!!!

sea-dweller · 1 May 2009, 02:41 AM

Sub Date !

ansharma · 1 May 2009, 03:55 AM

Sub!

dkpw · 1 May 2009, 04:02 AM

I would consider the following questions to help you find the answer.

Why do you want (need) to let one go?
If you require funds, which watch would you get more for in the current market place?
What is the comparative condition and how would this affect value?
Do you have any sentimental attachment to either?
Do you wear one more frequently than the other?

After deeply considering the answers to these and possibly other questions, I would sell the Explorer.

But only you know the answer.

Good luck....

harvey · 1 May 2009, 04:07 AM

after you did what david suggested... keep the sub!

2th Dr · 1 May 2009, 04:14 AM

Sub!

willo · 1 May 2009, 11:39 AM

most are going to say the sub and i would probably agree. however, i see subs all the time. i hardly ever see explorers in the wild. something to consider.

JF23 · 1 May 2009, 11:42 AM

GMTJOHNNY · 1 May 2009, 11:43 AM

If I travel a lot I would keep the EXP II. If I dove a lot I would keep the SUB.

Nica64 · 1 May 2009, 11:45 AM

Sub

Z-Sub · 1 May 2009, 12:02 PM

Sub. It's nice to have the GMT function but I think Sub would be my pick to stay with. Tough one though.

NYC6 · 1 May 2009, 12:05 PM

I would seldom or never use the GMT hand but do swim alot and dive so for me ,the Sub.

migboy · 1 May 2009, 12:06 PM

sub

ghostzapper · 1 May 2009, 12:33 PM

The Sub is definitely THE iconic Rolex, a classic, but...

It's definitely the one I see the most on the street, at openings, restaurants, etc. I've often considered getting an Exp2 just because it's unusual.

And, if you care about collector's value, the watches that tend to appreciate the most are the ones that didn't sell well and were discontinued. Look at the orange-hand Exp2 for a great example of this phenomenom.

I think that black dial Exp2 that no one seems to want lately, which can be commonly had second-hand for under 3K, is someday going to be quite valuable.

mikeyatc · 1 May 2009, 12:35 PM

sub date

AIKO · 1 May 2009, 12:37 PM

Tougher than most think. I considered those two along with the SD. Had a hard time deciding. Came down to the LV and white EXP-chose the LV but I am still wanting the Exp II.

gr8philosopher · 1 May 2009, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dkpw

I would consider the following questions to help you find the answer.

Why do you want (need) to let one go?
If you require funds, which watch would you get more for in the current market place?
What is the comparative condition and how would this affect value?
Do you have any sentimental attachment to either?
Do you wear one more frequently than the other?

After deeply considering the answers to these and possibly other questions, I would sell the Explorer.

But only you know the answer.

Good luck....

All of the comments are useful and helpful - I do think a lot about letting one of my Rolex go coz I got a PAM and need funding for a new ...may be... a Daytona :)

GMT function is very useful and I have this on my EXII and my PAM89.

Sub Date is one of the classics, and it goes with many occasions.

It's hard to cut it straight, and again, thanks for everyone's help. I think I have the answer on my mind.

Cheers,

hflee55 · 1 May 2009, 01:37 PM

Sub!

adr · 1 May 2009, 01:58 PM

sub

Roselló · 1 May 2009, 02:03 PM

Explorer II White dial................................ Too much sub out there.

Psmith · 1 May 2009, 02:31 PM

Get them both, either at the same time (better discount) or one after the other...

Between them both you'll have all of the classic sports Rolex bases covered

Cheers

TimeOnHand · 1 May 2009, 05:17 PM

Explorer II

The second time zone really is useful for travelling...

sevykor · 2 May 2009, 12:17 AM

Sub.

Lamone · 2 May 2009, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMTJOHNNY

If I travel a lot I would keep the EXP II. If I dove a lot I would keep the SUB.

x2
Really tough choice!

devidosan · 2 May 2009, 01:57 PM

you cannot compare a sub with exp 2.....the price say everything....
sub is the flag of rolex,exp2 buy after second hand,so easy to find even brand new at the AD....

tallredii · 2 May 2009, 03:19 PM

16610..all the way baby!!!!

Roselló · 2 May 2009, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by devidosan

you cannot compare a sub with exp 2.....the price say everything....
sub is the flag of rolex,exp2 buy after second hand,so easy to find even brand new at the AD....

In other words ..... any other rolex more expensive than the sub is better than the sub? After all, the price says everything...

1 May 2009, 02:22 AM	#1
gr8philosopher Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Jom Polparsi Location: Madison, WI Watch: Sub date, EXII Posts: 27	Sub Date or EXII Hi. It is time that I need to let one of my fav Rolexes go. So, help me decide please. If you were only to keep one of them, what will you choose? Sub date or EXII?

1 May 2009, 02:41 AM	#5
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Sub Date ! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

1 May 2009, 04:02 AM	#7
dkpw "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: Scotland Watch: 16610 & 214270 Posts: 1,294	I would consider the following questions to help you find the answer. Why do you want (need) to let one go? If you require funds, which watch would you get more for in the current market place? What is the comparative condition and how would this affect value? Do you have any sentimental attachment to either? Do you wear one more frequently than the other? After deeply considering the answers to these and possibly other questions, I would sell the Explorer. But only you know the answer. Good luck.... __________________ Sub 16610, Explorer 214270, Ω Speedy Pro & many others. David

1 May 2009, 04:07 AM	#8
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,390	after you did what david suggested... keep the sub! __________________ And ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation.

1 May 2009, 11:43 AM	#12
GMTJOHNNY "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: LONG ISLAND, NY Watch: 2007 DAY DATE 18KT Posts: 1,378	If I travel a lot I would keep the EXP II. If I dove a lot I would keep the SUB. __________________ ROLEX DAY DATE 118238 (2007) ROLEX DAY DATE 18238 (1997) ROLEX GMT 16750 PEPSI (1987) ROLEX AIR KING 14000 (1991) ROLEX GMTIIC TT 116713LN (2008)

1 May 2009, 02:36 AM	#2
PiTT "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Milano (Italy) Posts: 47	Sub!

1 May 2009, 02:36 AM	#3
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Sub!

1 May 2009, 03:55 AM	#6
ansharma "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: UK Watch: Lange 1 Moonphase Posts: 1,769	Sub!

1 May 2009, 04:14 AM	#9
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Sub!

1 May 2009, 11:39 AM	#10
willo Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: state of mind Watch: make it vintage Posts: 48	most are going to say the sub and i would probably agree. however, i see subs all the time. i hardly ever see explorers in the wild. something to consider.

1 May 2009, 11:42 AM	#11
JF23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: S Florida Posts: 1,899

1 May 2009, 11:45 AM	#13
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	Sub __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

1 May 2009, 12:02 PM	#14
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	Sub. It's nice to have the GMT function but I think Sub would be my pick to stay with. Tough one though. __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

1 May 2009, 12:05 PM	#15
NYC6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Dennis Location: L.I./N.Y. Watch: SUBMARINER 14060M Posts: 2,769	I would seldom or never use the GMT hand but do swim alot and dive so for me ,the Sub.

1 May 2009, 12:06 PM	#16
migboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chicago Watch: 16610 Posts: 300	sub

1 May 2009, 12:33 PM	#17
ghostzapper "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NYC Posts: 142	The Sub is definitely THE iconic Rolex, a classic, but... It's definitely the one I see the most on the street, at openings, restaurants, etc. I've often considered getting an Exp2 just because it's unusual. And, if you care about collector's value, the watches that tend to appreciate the most are the ones that didn't sell well and were discontinued. Look at the orange-hand Exp2 for a great example of this phenomenom. I think that black dial Exp2 that no one seems to want lately, which can be commonly had second-hand for under 3K, is someday going to be quite valuable. __________________ 1982 16750 \| 1976 1803 \| 1973 1601 \| 1984 Tudor 94500

1 May 2009, 12:35 PM	#18
mikeyatc "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: conus Watch: 16610 Posts: 221	sub date

1 May 2009, 12:37 PM	#19
AIKO "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 1,937	Tougher than most think. I considered those two along with the SD. Had a hard time deciding. Came down to the LV and white EXP-chose the LV but I am still wanting the Exp II.

1 May 2009, 01:37 PM	#21
hflee55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY Watch: Me Watching You!! Posts: 3,260	Sub!

1 May 2009, 01:58 PM	#22
adr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Malaysia Posts: 185	sub

1 May 2009, 02:03 PM	#23
Roselló "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: SA, Texas. Watch: * { SD & DJ } * Posts: 943	Explorer II White dial................................ Too much sub out there.

1 May 2009, 02:31 PM	#24
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Get them both, either at the same time (better discount) or one after the other... Between them both you'll have all of the classic sports Rolex bases covered Cheers __________________

1 May 2009, 05:17 PM	#25
TimeOnHand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Air-King Posts: 4,468	Explorer II The second time zone really is useful for travelling... __________________ Instagram: timeonhand1010

2 May 2009, 12:17 AM	#26
sevykor "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 465	Sub.

2 May 2009, 01:57 PM	#28
devidosan Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: david Location: sydney Watch: gmtii c Posts: 15	you cannot compare a sub with exp 2.....the price say everything.... sub is the flag of rolex,exp2 buy after second hand,so easy to find even brand new at the AD....

2 May 2009, 03:19 PM	#29
tallredii "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: Dallas Watch: 16610 "M" Posts: 14	16610..all the way baby!!!!

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