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crazymcmichael · 24 February 2019, 03:41 AM

Which one is the most popular of both references? Do you like the black or the polar dial?

Daveclock · 24 February 2019, 03:46 AM

I'm 50:50 where is the option on that?

I think the black is so good a re-creation of the original, and the white, although "clown looking" is very cool.

Had both on display when on holiday, but was not looking for that model then, would like to try one on, to see how "big" it is. I had the polar 16570 back in the day. Did not appreciate how good it was then!

aurenas · 24 February 2019, 03:47 AM

I would choose white. Why? Because it's unique :)

ROLEXster · 24 February 2019, 03:49 AM

I like the Polar ... a lot.

Chadridv · 24 February 2019, 03:51 AM

They're both fantastic, but something about the white dial is a little more special to me. Not many in the sports line that have a white dial.

scoobnoob1103 · 24 February 2019, 03:52 AM

I have the polar 16570 but for the newer 216570 I would get the black dial because the center of the hands are blacked out giving the hands a floating look that I like

Dpop24 · 24 February 2019, 03:55 AM

Black for me!!

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GolfJunkie · 24 February 2019, 03:56 AM

I had to have both

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Tony1T · 24 February 2019, 05:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ROLEXster

I like the Polar ... a lot.

+1 for the polar

Zeeee · 24 February 2019, 05:13 AM

I say Polar and predict that polar wins the poll. Too soon?

sillo · 24 February 2019, 05:13 AM

Polar

I prefer it because it’s different than most black dial sport Rolex.

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scarlet knight · 24 February 2019, 05:25 AM

I own and prefer the polar. Nothing wrong with the black, though.

SeaDweller50 · 24 February 2019, 05:26 AM

Black. Love the satin dial and the floating hands.

Slurve30 · 24 February 2019, 05:29 AM

I prefer the black 16570 but prefer the polar 216570

crazymcmichael · 24 February 2019, 05:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zeeee

I say Polar and predict that polar wins the poll. Too soon?

Polar is quite popular amongst us forummers as far as score goes now.. :o

Psmith · 24 February 2019, 05:44 AM

Black ...or the 'forum option' i.e. both!

DoctorA · 24 February 2019, 05:49 AM

I guess the white Daytona scarcity made white now a king! I chose white as I love the color contrast on it!

JayHantz · 24 February 2019, 05:52 AM

I think white is the dial for this reference in my opinion. Nothing wrong with the black, I just don’t care for the “ghost hands”

007_Omega · 24 February 2019, 06:02 AM

Polar is going to win this poll but the black version is more popular. I've asked ADs out of curiosity and they've all told me the black is more popular and the people who buy the white are usual people will multiple Rolex watches.

Obviously, on a Rolex collector forum the Polar will win out but we are the minority.

watchwatcher · 24 February 2019, 06:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GolfJunkie

I had to have both

Yes sir!

Baco Noir · 24 February 2019, 06:14 AM

RichM · 24 February 2019, 06:22 AM

Polar for me.

timeisfathaoftruth · 24 February 2019, 07:00 AM

Both are cool

but the Polar Explorer is more cool!

shakory · 24 February 2019, 11:41 AM

Polar! Black doesn’t do it for me but it doesn’t look bad at all

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cajerseyboy · 24 February 2019, 02:28 PM

If you have multiple Rolex you have multiple black dials and the polar is best to mix it up. If it’s your only Rolex - Black.

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crazymcmichael · 24 February 2019, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 007_Omega

Polar is going to win this poll but the black version is more popular. I've asked ADs out of curiosity and they've all told me the black is more popular and the people who buy the white are usual people will multiple Rolex watches.

Obviously, on a Rolex collector forum the Polar will win out but we are the minority.

That is EXACTLY why i asked the question right HERE. The AD told me exactly the same thing that the Black is the MORE SOLD one.. Serious Polar is the hit here i see LOL!!

whattimeyougot · 24 February 2019, 08:29 PM

Polar for me!

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Rashid.bk · 24 February 2019, 08:38 PM

In this thread I'll say black.
In another thread I'll say white.
Flip a coin...
Get both...maybe...but I do like the black's satin matte dial better..
but then again there isn't another sport Rolex(Daytona) with an awesome white dial like this very unique, especially with all the black options.

See what I mean, good luck.

Dnf888 · 24 February 2019, 09:33 PM

Black for me. The 40mm was my first ever Rolex and I’ve changed it for the 42mm version. Still love it.

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Bobby83 · 24 February 2019, 09:54 PM

My only two Rolex’s which is why I went black. To me the black is more versatile and since it’s currently my only all SS Rolex i didn’t want to be limited with a white dial.

SD will be my next and I don’t see myself having more than 3-4 Rolex’s...maybe after getting the SD I’ll sell the black and get the polar if I ever get the itch.

I completely agree that people with multiple Rolex’s would favor the polar to add to the diversity of their rotation.

I love the explorer 2 and did not just settle for it bc I couldn’t find another model. Like the look and functionality of it..considered a SD over it but I felt the GMT complication was more practical than the depth rating of the SD. I also prefer the phantom hands on the black dial. I’ve always felt the black outlined hands against the white dial on the polar looked off to me and dare I say a bit cheap looking. Just my opinion so don’t hate lol.

I was also looking for an everyday piece and thought the explorer two was more comfortable on the wrist and easier to read at a glance. Still love the SD and like I said it’ll be my next watch.

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View Poll Results: Polar or black version
White	162	72.00%
Black	63	28.00%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 225. You may not vote on this poll

24 February 2019, 03:41 AM	#1
crazymcmichael "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Here Watch: Sub 114060, 216570 Posts: 2,157	Poll: Explorer 216570 black or white Which one is the most popular of both references? Do you like the black or the polar dial?

24 February 2019, 03:47 AM	#3
aurenas "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Toronto Posts: 252	I would choose white. Why? Because it's unique :) __________________ Your only limit is YOU Instagram watchauren

24 February 2019, 03:51 AM	#5
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,343	They're both fantastic, but something about the white dial is a little more special to me. Not many in the sports line that have a white dial. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

24 February 2019, 03:52 AM	#6
scoobnoob1103 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Real Name: Charlie Location: San Francisco Posts: 249	I have the polar 16570 but for the newer 216570 I would get the black dial because the center of the hands are blacked out giving the hands a floating look that I like __________________ \|116710BLNR\|16570\|16710\|116610LV\|18248\|

24 February 2019, 03:46 AM	#2
Daveclock "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Real Name: Dave Location: UK Watch: ing and waiting! Posts: 864	I'm 50:50 where is the option on that? I think the black is so good a re-creation of the original, and the white, although "clown looking" is very cool. Had both on display when on holiday, but was not looking for that model then, would like to try one on, to see how "big" it is. I had the polar 16570 back in the day. Did not appreciate how good it was then!

24 February 2019, 03:55 AM	#7
Dpop24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: California Posts: 348	Black for me!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 February 2019, 03:56 AM	#8
GolfJunkie 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Eric Location: USA Watch: 252 Posts: 4,832	I had to have both Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 2FA Enabled

24 February 2019, 05:13 AM	#10
Zeeee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Cambridge Posts: 13	I say Polar and predict that polar wins the poll. Too soon?

24 February 2019, 05:13 AM	#11
sillo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Sean Location: NY Watch: 5 Digit Posts: 2,840	Polar I prefer it because it’s different than most black dial sport Rolex. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 14060 \| 16570 \| 16600 \| 16700 \| 16800 \| 79260 @TheGMTHand

24 February 2019, 05:25 AM	#12
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,146	I own and prefer the polar. Nothing wrong with the black, though.

24 February 2019, 05:26 AM	#13
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	Black. Love the satin dial and the floating hands.

24 February 2019, 05:29 AM	#14
Slurve30 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Chicago Watch: 114270 Posts: 91	I prefer the black 16570 but prefer the polar 216570

24 February 2019, 05:44 AM	#16
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Black ...or the 'forum option' i.e. both! __________________

24 February 2019, 05:49 AM	#17
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,523	I guess the white Daytona scarcity made white now a king! I chose white as I love the color contrast on it! __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

24 February 2019, 05:52 AM	#18
JayHantz 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Texas Watch: @Escapementt Posts: 9,842	I think white is the dial for this reference in my opinion. Nothing wrong with the black, I just don’t care for the “ghost hands”

24 February 2019, 06:02 AM	#19
007_Omega "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Galaxy Watch: Explorer Posts: 897	Polar is going to win this poll but the black version is more popular. I've asked ADs out of curiosity and they've all told me the black is more popular and the people who buy the white are usual people will multiple Rolex watches. Obviously, on a Rolex collector forum the Polar will win out but we are the minority.

24 February 2019, 06:14 AM	#21
Baco Noir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: Colorado Watch: this ya'll Posts: 4,814	__________________ Current Collection: Rolex 116710BLNR & 216570 polar Explorer II; Omega Apollo 8 Speedmaster; Tudor BB Bronze Bucherer Blue Edition; Heuer Heritage Autavia; Nomos Club Sport Neomatik 42; Breitling Aerospace, Avenger Blackbird, & Superocean 44; Seiko Black Monster; Mickey Mouse Timex Electric; and dare I say it...an Apple Watch too

24 February 2019, 07:00 AM	#23
timeisfathaoftruth "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Ed Location: New England Watch: Sub,Daytona,GMT,YM Posts: 997	Both are cool but the Polar Explorer is more cool! __________________ Time and tide wait for no man...

24 February 2019, 11:41 AM	#24
shakory "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 8	Polar! Black doesn’t do it for me but it doesn’t look bad at all Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 February 2019, 02:28 PM	#25
cajerseyboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Northern Cal Watch: me find "the one" Posts: 745	If you have multiple Rolex you have multiple black dials and the polar is best to mix it up. If it’s your only Rolex - Black. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 116610LN 216570 116710BLNR 116610LV 116500LN 116519LN

24 February 2019, 08:29 PM	#27
whattimeyougot "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: USA Posts: 965	Polar for me! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

24 February 2019, 08:38 PM	#28
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,172	In this thread I'll say black. In another thread I'll say white. Flip a coin... Get both...maybe...but I do like the black's satin matte dial better.. but then again there isn't another sport Rolex(Daytona) with an awesome white dial like this very unique, especially with all the black options. See what I mean, good luck.

24 February 2019, 09:33 PM	#29
Dnf888 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: UK Posts: 252	Black for me. The 40mm was my first ever Rolex and I’ve changed it for the 42mm version. Still love it. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

24 February 2019, 09:54 PM	#30
Bobby83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: USA Posts: 271	Poll: Explorer 216570 black or white My only two Rolex’s which is why I went black. To me the black is more versatile and since it’s currently my only all SS Rolex i didn’t want to be limited with a white dial. SD will be my next and I don’t see myself having more than 3-4 Rolex’s...maybe after getting the SD I’ll sell the black and get the polar if I ever get the itch. I completely agree that people with multiple Rolex’s would favor the polar to add to the diversity of their rotation. I love the explorer 2 and did not just settle for it bc I couldn’t find another model. Like the look and functionality of it..considered a SD over it but I felt the GMT complication was more practical than the depth rating of the SD. I also prefer the phantom hands on the black dial. I’ve always felt the black outlined hands against the white dial on the polar looked off to me and dare I say a bit cheap looking. Just my opinion so don’t hate lol. I was also looking for an everyday piece and thought the explorer two was more comfortable on the wrist and easier to read at a glance. Still love the SD and like I said it’ll be my next watch. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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