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simongpaez · 23 November 2013, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by simongpaez

+1, my wife loves her 36mm and it looks perfect on her.

From my point of view I was not trying to say it looks girly, 36 for my wife is big and it looks big but really good, I have seen women wearing 40mm and thats fine for my wife it would be too much, so nothing wrong with 36mm, but I do like the 39 more.

Laszlo · 23 November 2013, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by ralpie

Seriously! If 36mm is girly, what does wearing a 33mm watch make me?

Anyway...

The 214270 is an awesome modern watch. Not too big, not flashy. It is clean, can be dressy + sporty. The bracelet and clasp are fantastic.

The 1016 is a vintage, so the crystal can scratch, the water resistance is not up to modern standards, the movement is good, but not as good as a 214270.

So personally I'd go for the 1016.

Right on!

Even Matt Damon, Mister Bourne Identity himself, and Daniel Craig, Mister 007, both wear 36mm Rolex's. As well as many others... if qualifications are required to wear one.

Karbo · 23 November 2013, 03:20 AM

Results are funny coz we cant say trf is vintage first. Last time i made a poll between 5513 14060m and 114060 the newest model won !! Not me i chose the 14060m ! Btw i will receive at the end of next week a 14060m from 2004 and will post pics

Last poll : https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...060+14060+5513

Karbo · 23 November 2013, 03:20 AM

Results are funny coz we cant say trf is vintage first. Last time i made a poll between 5513 14060m and 114060 the newest model won !! Not me i chose the 14060m ! Btw i will receive at the end of next week a 14060m from 2004 and will post pics

Last poll : https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...060+14060+5513

joe100 · 23 November 2013, 03:44 AM

Anyone can buy a 214270, right now, today. I'd go 1016...

pjorio · 18 December 2013, 02:47 PM

39mm for me, it suits me best, 36mm is too small in my opinion

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boost2perfection · 18 December 2013, 02:54 PM

39

kbutler971 · 18 December 2013, 03:57 PM

1016. I own the 114270 and love it. To do over I'd go with either a 1016, as a second choice I'd go with the 14270. Would give up the SEL bracelet for the option of changing from Oyster to Jubilee (or NATO). But the 1016 would be my 1st choice.

subtona · 18 December 2013, 04:19 PM

I prefer the 1016 but it feels a bit small for me

if it fits you, go for it!

Lew Archer · 18 December 2013, 08:50 PM

A couple of years ago, when both the 36mm and 39mm were available at ADs, I made my choice. I bought the 39. At the time, the 36 seemed too small for a Rolex sport watch...at the time, my eye was accustomed to 40mm Rolex models such as the Submariner and GMT.

I have been very happy with the 39mm. It's a great watch, for all the reasons that have been noted in this and similar threads.

However, a few months ago, I bought my first 36mm Rolex: the Oyster Perpetual, with a silver dial. I was concerned it might be too small. Not to worry--it is a beautifully proportioned watch, and fits me very well.

So, had I bought the 36mm Explorer a couple of years ago, I have no doubt I would be as happy with it as I am with its larger, younger brother.

Bottom line: you can't go wrong with either version of the Explorer, unless your wrist/hand/arm size truly dictates one over the other.

AK797 · 19 December 2013, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Lew Archer

A couple of years ago, when both the 36mm and 39mm were available at ADs, I made my choice. I bought the 39. At the time, the 36 seemed too small for a Rolex sport watch...at the time, my eye was accustomed to 40mm Rolex models such as the Submariner and GMT.

I have been very happy with the 39mm. It's a great watch, for all the reasons that have been noted in this and similar threads.

However, a few months ago, I bought my first 36mm Rolex: the Oyster Perpetual, with a silver dial. I was concerned it might be too small. Not to worry--it is a beautifully proportioned watch, and fits me very well.

So, had I bought the 36mm Explorer a couple of years ago, I have no doubt I would be as happy with it as I am with its larger, younger brother.

Bottom line: you can't go wrong with either version of the Explorer, unless your wrist/hand/arm size truly dictates one over the other.

Nice pic, hope to get one myself, love those silver numbers on black.

mtrunner · 19 December 2013, 01:13 AM

I have to go with the 39mm.

Jack T · 19 December 2013, 01:26 AM

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Originally Posted by ralpie

Seriously! If 36mm is girly, what does wearing a 33mm watch make me?

Anyway...

The 214270 is an awesome modern watch. Not too big, not flashy. It is clean, can be dressy + sporty. The bracelet and clasp are fantastic.

The 1016 is a vintage, so the crystal can scratch, the water resistance is not up to modern standards, the movement is good, but not as good as a 214270.

So personally I'd go for the 1016.

Not sure I understand...you highlight the pluses of the 214270 and the deficiencies of the 1016, yet you prefer the 1016. What am I missing?

AK797 · 19 December 2013, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Jack T

Not sure I understand...you highlight the pluses of the 214270 and the deficiencies of the 1016, yet you prefer the 1016. What am I missing?

Heart rules the head?

Pete26 · 13 March 2014, 02:12 PM

because I am buying one right now.

Been a fan of the Explorer for a long long time. Finally decided to get one.

BNA/LION · 13 March 2014, 02:47 PM

Epl 214270 39mm

mdtddd2007 · 13 March 2014, 02:52 PM

39mm

TudorBeast · 13 March 2014, 03:24 PM

another 39mm vote from me..
had one. sold it. miss it...

Pete26 · 13 March 2014, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Pete26

because I am buying one right now.

Been a fan of the Explorer for a long long time. Finally decided to get one.

I meant to say the 39mm

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klewny · 14 March 2014, 12:08 AM

I love my 39mm!

Roller07 · 14 March 2014, 12:15 AM

1016 for me.

jshepard · 14 March 2014, 02:44 PM

I have the 39mm explorer, but if I already have a modern Rolex, I'd go for the vintage explorer given it is in very good condition...

View Poll Results: Expl 1016 36mm or Epl 214270 39mm
1016	59	41.26%
214270	84	58.74%
Voters: 143. You may not vote on this poll

23 November 2013, 03:44 AM	#35
joe100 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,753	Anyone can buy a 214270, right now, today. I'd go 1016... __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

18 December 2013, 02:47 PM	#36
pjorio "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Patrick Location: Riviera Maya Watch: 214270 116660 Posts: 182	39mm for me, it suits me best, 36mm is too small in my opinion Sent with Tapatalk for iPad! __________________ Superlative Watch Loco Officially Certified Rolex Explorer I 214270 Rolex Sea Dweller Deep Sea 116660

18 December 2013, 04:19 PM	#39
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 25,997	I prefer the 1016 but it feels a bit small for me if it fits you, go for it! __________________

13 March 2014, 02:12 PM	#45
Pete26 Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Australia Posts: 603	I voted 39mm because I am buying one right now. Been a fan of the Explorer for a long long time. Finally decided to get one.

23 November 2013, 03:20 AM	#33
Karbo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Paris, France Watch: Dayto/5164 Posts: 1,631	Results are funny coz we cant say trf is vintage first. Last time i made a poll between 5513 14060m and 114060 the newest model won !! Not me i chose the 14060m ! Btw i will receive at the end of next week a 14060m from 2004 and will post pics Last poll : https://www.rolexforums.com/showthre...060+14060+5513

18 December 2013, 02:54 PM	#37
boost2perfection "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Shelly Location: Planet Earth Watch: 116520 Posts: 1,149	39

18 December 2013, 03:57 PM	#38
kbutler971 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: ing the Detectives Posts: 984	1016. I own the 114270 and love it. To do over I'd go with either a 1016, as a second choice I'd go with the 14270. Would give up the SEL bracelet for the option of changing from Oyster to Jubilee (or NATO). But the 1016 would be my 1st choice.

19 December 2013, 01:13 AM	#42
mtrunner 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Gary Location: Bozeman, MT Watch: 126508 Paul Newman Posts: 7,825	I have to go with the 39mm.

13 March 2014, 02:47 PM	#46
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,206	Epl 214270 39mm __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

13 March 2014, 02:52 PM	#47
mdtddd2007 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,657	39mm

13 March 2014, 03:24 PM	#48
TudorBeast Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: PNW USA Watch: 114060 Posts: 516	another 39mm vote from me.. had one. sold it. miss it...

14 March 2014, 12:08 AM	#50
klewny "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: NYC Posts: 7	I love my 39mm!

14 March 2014, 12:15 AM	#51
Roller07 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: GMT -5 Watch: HulkPepsiCoke Posts: 2,364	1016 for me.

14 March 2014, 02:44 PM	#52
jshepard "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: USA Watch: GMTII Posts: 1,180	I have the 39mm explorer, but if I already have a modern Rolex, I'd go for the vintage explorer given it is in very good condition...

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