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Old 5 July 2008, 11:59 AM   #1
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Explorer II wrist shots

Please share your Explorer II wrist shots! This is a great underrated watch! I'm having a hard time deciding between black face or white dial. Thoughts?
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Old 5 July 2008, 01:28 PM   #2
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Look back in the first couple pages, there are quite a few posts about this with some great pics.

I myself am a fan of the white but it could be because I am getting a Sea Dweller so that covers the black face for me
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Old 5 July 2008, 01:29 PM   #3
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In particular, I'd like to see some wrist shots of the black dial. I didn't see those in threads you mention.
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Old 5 July 2008, 01:31 PM   #4
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I prefer the black face. It provides more contrast and is easier to read in low light conditions. The white will provide a contrast to any black dial that you have for a totally different look. I have both and you can't go wrong with either.
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Old 5 July 2008, 01:59 PM   #5
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I prefer the black face. It provides more contrast and is easier to read in low light conditions. The white will provide a contrast to any black dial that you have for a totally different look. I have both and you can't go wrong with either.
Hey Beef,

Is that a 1655 in your avatar pic? Very nice!
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Old 6 July 2008, 12:57 AM   #6
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Hey Beef,

Is that a 1655 in your avatar pic? Very nice!
Yes, it is. Thanks, I have Double Red, Double Green (LV and GMT II C) and Orange in it.
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Old 5 July 2008, 01:35 PM   #7
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I have both too, but I wear the white almost daily. Currently wearing the minimalist Explorer though.

Here's a pic just for you:
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Old 5 July 2008, 02:07 PM   #8
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Sorry I only have a "catalog shot" of course with perfect lined up hands.



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Old 5 July 2008, 02:12 PM   #9
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Sorry I only have a "catalog shot" of course with perfect lined up hands.
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Old 5 July 2008, 02:31 PM   #10
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Sorry I only have a "catalog shot" of course with perfect lined up hands.



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Very nice!
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Old 5 July 2008, 02:47 PM   #11
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Old 5 July 2008, 02:58 PM   #12
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That's a beauty!

I have a 7" wrist. Would any links need to be taken out? Or could I just adjust via the microadjustments on the clasp?
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Old 5 July 2008, 03:03 PM   #13
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I have a 7.5 inch wrist and wear it in the middle micro..

You might need to lose a link. Depends on how loose you like it.....

Here's another;

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Old 6 July 2008, 12:53 AM   #14
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Please Don't Say "Get Both!"

Many beautiful shots in this thread, esp. Jocke's very handsome "catalog shot."

With the Expy II, it is genuinely hard (for me) to choose between the white dial and the black. They are equally desirable.
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Old 6 July 2008, 12:59 AM   #15
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Old 6 July 2008, 06:43 AM   #16
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Here ya go.....

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Old 8 January 2012, 02:28 AM   #17
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my new explorer II 16750

Here is my new Explorer II V series...
I first aim to buy new EXII but due to my small wrist, the 40mm looks nicer on my wrist. Here you go...

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Old 8 January 2012, 02:50 AM   #18
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The best...
There are lots of Black Dial Rolex's but if you want an Explorer White is the way to go IMHO.
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Old 5 July 2008, 04:41 PM   #19
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Here is my 16570, I prefer the black, but I am warming to the white.
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Old 5 July 2008, 05:24 PM   #20
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Mine after a full sevice, new dial and hands...



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Old 5 July 2008, 05:34 PM   #21
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Is that an aftermarket dial? I've never seen one with that font and Silver writing?
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Old 6 July 2008, 10:18 AM   #22
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Great shots by all.
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Old 5 July 2008, 08:01 PM   #23
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Here's a couple on NATO straps:





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Old 5 July 2008, 08:40 PM   #24
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Nato rules!
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here's a few.still sporting plastic wrap.
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Old 6 July 2008, 12:39 AM   #26
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I love the white dial.
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Old 6 July 2008, 07:08 AM   #27
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I did have a wrist shot. Forgot all about it!
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Old 7 April 2023, 12:54 PM   #28
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Here is mine - recently purchased. I love the watch and like the way it looks on my wrist. I personally find my GMT and Sub to be more comfortable to wear though.
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Old 7 July 2008, 01:15 AM   #29
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White look more STUNNING!!!
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Old 5 July 2008, 09:57 PM   #30
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Great pics everybody keep 'em comin'
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