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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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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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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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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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Is that a 1655 in your avatar pic? Very nice! |
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Yes, it is. Thanks, I have Double Red, Double Green (LV and GMT II C) and Orange in it.
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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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Sorry I only have a "catalog shot" of course with perfect lined up hands.
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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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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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I never cease to be amazed at the inovations of your work, Jocke. You have to work in advertising.
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Here ya go.....
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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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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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Here is my 16570, I prefer the black, but I am warming to the white.
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Mine after a full sevice, new dial and hands...
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Great shots by all.
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Here's a couple on NATO straps:
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Nato rules!
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here's a few.still sporting plastic wrap.
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I love the white dial.
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I did have a wrist shot. Forgot all about it!
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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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White look more STUNNING!!!
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Great pics everybody keep 'em comin'
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