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996marty · 27 February 2024, 03:08 AM

Out of the two it would have to be the Explorer but why not go vintage? Like a vintage Tudor sub

Ninja Master · 27 February 2024, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Greg.A

Had a speedy but sold as it ultimately didn’t speak to me..my goal now is to cut down to 5 watches and not add..haha

Understood. I'm a fan of the Black Bays.

But I wonder will you always be thinking the Explorer is better than a Tudor...

Krash · 27 February 2024, 03:46 AM

Since you're asking, I'd keep neither and lose the Santos, too.

Ninja Master · 27 February 2024, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Krash

Since you're asking, I'd keep neither and lose the Santos, too.

I also feel the Santos is out of place in this collection.

dafuture · 27 February 2024, 04:14 AM

I'd keep the Explorer personally. I just think it's such a classic. I wish the 40mm version had been around a couple years ago - I loved my 39, but it was just a touch too small for me.

Calatrava r · 27 February 2024, 04:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Greg.A

Thanks Jeff! Difficult decision indeed..

If the decision is at all difficult, just keep both and forget about it.

ltmgeller · 27 February 2024, 04:20 AM

My vote is for the explorer

MichelleP · 27 February 2024, 04:20 AM

I had both and kept the Explorer. Some says it's plain but I think it's perfect everyday watch.

Xelor5513 · 27 February 2024, 09:14 AM

Third option: Explorer II

BNA/LION · 27 February 2024, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Xelor5513

Third option: Explorer II

This!

Voted: Exp 36

Ohiorolex · 27 February 2024, 10:51 AM

I agree with t-bone. I would sell both unless you want to keep th Tudor as a travel/beater. I personally would never wear the Tudor or the explorer if I had your other 4 watches in my collection.

MSL · 27 February 2024, 05:17 PM

Get someone to put them in different boxes and see which one makes you happier when you open it.

1William · 27 February 2024, 10:57 PM

Neither. I would go with an Omega Speedmaster Professional on bracelet, 3861 or 1861. Pick up a few straps and add a lot to an already great collection.

samson66 · 27 February 2024, 11:00 PM

Of those two keep the Explorer. But as William said above me, I'd consider losing a couple Rolex and add an Omega for a little variety.

Bmats · 27 February 2024, 11:16 PM

Of those I’d keep the explorer.

But I’d probably get ride of both and go with 4 or add something different. If you’re not all Rolex, everyone has their favorites. I’d look at Moser (either streamliner or heritage - the former certain not cost neutral) or a VC overseas for the flexibility with a rubber strap and bracelet (also not cost neutral).

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Greg.A · 27 February 2024, 11:49 PM

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Originally Posted by JMGoodnight369

I’d go for the explorer. The BB is too much like sub, which you have. You already have a GMT so explorer 2 is off the table. The explorer 1 would be my vote

Pretty sound advice. Thanks

Greg.A · 27 February 2024, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by londondude

Keep the Explorer, it’s a classic, especially in the 36 size

Indeed!

Greg.A · 27 February 2024, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 996marty

Out of the two it would have to be the Explorer but why not go vintage? Like a vintage Tudor sub

Prefer modern..gone vintage before and had enough fun

Greg.A · 27 February 2024, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Ninja Master

I also feel the Santos is out of place in this collection.

Keeping Santos as it is versatile and can be used as a dress watch, which i am lacking in this collection

sgt10p · 28 February 2024, 12:53 AM

You sound undecided! Therefore you'll regret selling either of them

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I would always keep the Rolex.

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taitun4life · 28 February 2024, 01:04 AM

Neither for me.... but hey, it's "your collection" so do as you deem fit

Jerrocop · 28 February 2024, 01:33 AM

I’d keep the explorer, dump the santos, and add a dressier watch on leather. Maybe an Omega Deville, IWC Portugieser, or go upscale and add a Rolex 1908 or VC Traditionnelle.

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favx · 28 February 2024, 05:01 AM

Explorer for me.

marmite2005 · 28 February 2024, 05:45 AM

I'd be inclined to go for a DJ or DD depending on budget and taste.
From your requested choices I would go for a TT explorer for something different. The Black Bay is nice, but personally I can't live with the "faux" riveted bracelet.

KatGirl · 28 February 2024, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by marmite2005

I'd be inclined to go for a DJ or DD depending on budget and taste.
From your requested choices I would go for a TT explorer for something different. The Black Bay is nice, but personally I can't live with the "faux" riveted bracelet.

When wearing my BB58, I can’t even see the rivets, so it’s a non-issue.

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nyc2la · 28 February 2024, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by marmite2005

I'd be inclined to go for a DJ or DD depending on budget and taste.
From your requested choices I would go for a TT explorer for something different. The Black Bay is nice, but personally I can't live with the "faux" riveted bracelet.

I agree on the rivets. The faux just bothers me. It’s like visible false beams in a ceiling. Make them structural or don’t have them.

Watchsprings · 28 February 2024, 12:26 PM

All day…. everyday!

Greg.A · 28 February 2024, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Watchsprings

All day…. everyday!

Nice shot!

Wcdhtwn · 28 February 2024, 10:09 PM

If forced to choose I’d go with the Explorer, but in 40, or maybe 39.

Honestly, with what you already have I’d go with a different brand or save the cash.

Cru Jones · 29 February 2024, 12:44 AM

I didn't vote, as my choice is "neither".

You've got a great set of 4 SS watches. I'd either stay put or, if you "need" a 5th watch, I would either go simple (like a 2 or 3-hand dress Grand Seiko like the SBGY007) or gold (like a 40mm RG YM or a 36mm YG Day-Date).

Good luck!

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27 February 2024, 04:14 AM	#35
dafuture "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: NYC Posts: 1,944	I'd keep the Explorer personally. I just think it's such a classic. I wish the 40mm version had been around a couple years ago - I loved my 39, but it was just a touch too small for me. __________________ Current Rolex Submariner 126610LN \|\| Cartier Tank Americaine

27 February 2024, 04:20 AM	#37
ltmgeller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 21,687	My vote is for the explorer __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

27 February 2024, 04:20 AM	#38
MichelleP "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Bay Area Watch: DD 40RG Olive dial Posts: 4,208	I had both and kept the Explorer. Some says it's plain but I think it's perfect everyday watch. __________________ Michelle

28 February 2024, 01:04 AM	#51
taitun4life 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2022 Real Name: T.T Location: Fantasia Watch: 116610LV Posts: 298	Neither for me.... but hey, it's "your collection" so do as you deem fit __________________ RLX: 116610LV \| 126710BLRO \| 226570 Polar Dial \| 126500LN Panda Dial \| 126333 Wimbledon \| 126334 Lumed Stick \| IWC: IW371604 \| OMG: 310.30.42.50.01.002 Get what you love and wear ‘em…..

27 February 2024, 03:08 AM	#31
996marty "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Uk Watch: RolexGMT/Tudor7928 Posts: 3,157	Out of the two it would have to be the Explorer but why not go vintage? Like a vintage Tudor sub

27 February 2024, 03:46 AM	#33
Krash 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Florida Watch: Sub, DJ41, GMT Posts: 7,392	Since you're asking, I'd keep neither and lose the Santos, too.

27 February 2024, 09:14 AM	#39
Xelor5513 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Rocky Mountains Watch: what I wear Posts: 261	Third option: Explorer II

27 February 2024, 10:51 AM	#41
Ohiorolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: USA Posts: 206	I agree with t-bone. I would sell both unless you want to keep th Tudor as a travel/beater. I personally would never wear the Tudor or the explorer if I had your other 4 watches in my collection.

27 February 2024, 05:17 PM	#42
MSL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: UK Watch: 124270,15010,P39 Posts: 124	Get someone to put them in different boxes and see which one makes you happier when you open it.

27 February 2024, 10:57 PM	#43
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 45,599	Neither. I would go with an Omega Speedmaster Professional on bracelet, 3861 or 1861. Pick up a few straps and add a lot to an already great collection.

27 February 2024, 11:00 PM	#44
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,168	Of those two keep the Explorer. But as William said above me, I'd consider losing a couple Rolex and add an Omega for a little variety.

27 February 2024, 11:16 PM	#45
Bmats 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2021 Location: East Coast Posts: 527	Of those I’d keep the explorer. But I’d probably get ride of both and go with 4 or add something different. If you’re not all Rolex, everyone has their favorites. I’d look at Moser (either streamliner or heritage - the former certain not cost neutral) or a VC overseas for the flexibility with a rubber strap and bracelet (also not cost neutral). Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 February 2024, 12:53 AM	#50
sgt10p "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Pete Location: Hoylake, UK Watch: 126610LV Posts: 212	You sound undecided! Therefore you'll regret selling either of them . I would always keep the Rolex. Sent from my Pixel 8 using Tapatalk

28 February 2024, 01:33 AM	#52
Jerrocop "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: West Coast Watch: EXP 39, GRNR, SeaQ Posts: 889	I’d keep the explorer, dump the santos, and add a dressier watch on leather. Maybe an Omega Deville, IWC Portugieser, or go upscale and add a Rolex 1908 or VC Traditionnelle. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 February 2024, 05:01 AM	#53
favx 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: USA Posts: 304	Explorer for me.

28 February 2024, 05:45 AM	#54
marmite2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: UK Watch: Slim wrist master Posts: 581	I'd be inclined to go for a DJ or DD depending on budget and taste. From your requested choices I would go for a TT explorer for something different. The Black Bay is nice, but personally I can't live with the "faux" riveted bracelet.

28 February 2024, 10:09 PM	#59
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 4,990	If forced to choose I’d go with the Explorer, but in 40, or maybe 39. Honestly, with what you already have I’d go with a different brand or save the cash.

29 February 2024, 12:44 AM	#60
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,681	I didn't vote, as my choice is "neither". You've got a great set of 4 SS watches. I'd either stay put or, if you "need" a 5th watch, I would either go simple (like a 2 or 3-hand dress Grand Seiko like the SBGY007) or gold (like a 40mm RG YM or a 36mm YG Day-Date). Good luck!

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