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Sunster · 8 July 2018, 05:47 AM

Thinking about adding my first rolex to the collection. Have a Black Bay and speedy pro.
I've seen some opportunities to purchase a couple of older models locally, the Explorer 2 16570 black dial, and the Sea dweller 16600.

There are obvious pros and cons to both these watches.. the explorer 2 seems like a cheaper way to enter the Rolex fray...the Sea Dweller to me seems more of a classic that might deem to be more collectable in the future.

Both wear great with their modest size.Which should I get?

Chewbacca · 8 July 2018, 06:09 AM

Great choices.

I’m greatfull to have both exp2 models and a sd.

I’d start with the exp2

Congrats on the journey.

101031-28 · 8 July 2018, 06:29 AM

16600. Every day.

Derkuhlmann · 8 July 2018, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by 101031-28

16600. Every day.

Sunster · 8 July 2018, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Derkuhlmann

Is that because the SD May be more collectible in the future? Are they rarer?

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Rashid.bk · 8 July 2018, 06:40 AM

Between those two, the SD...but neither will be more collectible than the other. There are probably more 16600s in circulation than Exp lls. So get the one you like most considering that the SD is a bit more difficult to find in the condition you want.

Muxi · 8 July 2018, 08:34 AM

Sd for me is better

harvey · 8 July 2018, 09:13 AM

I have both but the SD is a classic for me.

subtona · 8 July 2018, 09:17 AM

imho
i prefer the polar Exp II, it goes better with the SS bezel.

if an SD, i prefer the newer discontinued SD4000, mainly because the modern bracelet supports the otherwise top heavy 16600. the modern SD4000 also has the satin dial and full minute markers that set it apart from the other 40mm diver offerings from rolex. also expected to hold its value well.

J_1964 · 8 July 2018, 09:25 AM

16600 for everyday. Classic.

watchwatcher · 8 July 2018, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Great choices.

I’m greatfull to have both exp2 models and a sd.

I’d start with the exp2

Congrats on the journey.

Yup, couldn't have said it better.

Rolex.c6 · 8 July 2018, 09:33 AM

Between those two, I would choose the Sea Dweller. I like any diver better than an Explorer, just a matter of taste.

omitohud · 8 July 2018, 11:37 AM

The expy 2 is probably the most comfortable sport Rolex out there. The SD will b top heavy, it’s not for everyone. I don’t think u could go wrong with either, it’s a matter of preference.

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Norwegian Husky · 8 July 2018, 11:48 AM

16600 before it’s too late. Not easy getting a bargain on these anymore. Bought one of many I’ve owned brand new around 2006. Think I paid around 3500 USD in Norway at the time.

Geo444 · 9 July 2018, 05:47 AM

Explorer 2 is a great watch, extremely comfortable and the polar versions are becoming popular. Be warned the the stainless bezel loves to show nicks along its edges no matter how careful you are.

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Brikev · 9 July 2018, 10:02 AM

The Explorer 2 is a low profile watch and is very confortable. If you are concerned about such things, make sure the SD fits under the sleeve of your shirt.

superdog · 9 July 2018, 10:04 AM

Im all exp 2 here.

Love it.

dafuture · 10 July 2018, 12:02 AM

Both great watches. I'd see if you can find some to try on. I love the SD, but it wears very tall. For me, it sat on a bone in my wrist that made it unwearable. I love my Exp II

8 July 2018, 05:47 AM	#1
Sunster "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 169	Thinking about getting a rolex... exp 2 or SD Thinking about adding my first rolex to the collection. Have a Black Bay and speedy pro. I've seen some opportunities to purchase a couple of older models locally, the Explorer 2 16570 black dial, and the Sea dweller 16600. There are obvious pros and cons to both these watches.. the explorer 2 seems like a cheaper way to enter the Rolex fray...the Sea Dweller to me seems more of a classic that might deem to be more collectable in the future. Both wear great with their modest size.Which should I get? __________________ Current line up: Omega Speedmaster, Rolex Sea Dweller 16600, Tudor Black Bay ETA

8 July 2018, 06:29 AM	#3
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,741	16600. Every day. __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

8 July 2018, 09:17 AM	#9
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 25,995	imho i prefer the polar Exp II, it goes better with the SS bezel. if an SD, i prefer the newer discontinued SD4000, mainly because the modern bracelet supports the otherwise top heavy 16600. the modern SD4000 also has the satin dial and full minute markers that set it apart from the other 40mm diver offerings from rolex. also expected to hold its value well. __________________

8 July 2018, 09:33 AM	#12
Rolex.c6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Netherlands/Spain Watch: Sea-Dweller 116600 Posts: 1,030	Between those two, I would choose the Sea Dweller. I like any diver better than an Explorer, just a matter of taste. __________________ Rolex.c6 Sea-Dweller 4000 SD4K Ref. 116600

9 July 2018, 10:04 AM	#17
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,696	Im all exp 2 here. Love it. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

8 July 2018, 06:09 AM	#2
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,113	Great choices. I’m greatfull to have both exp2 models and a sd. I’d start with the exp2 Congrats on the journey.

8 July 2018, 06:40 AM	#6
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,172	Between those two, the SD...but neither will be more collectible than the other. There are probably more 16600s in circulation than Exp lls. So get the one you like most considering that the SD is a bit more difficult to find in the condition you want.

8 July 2018, 08:34 AM	#7
Muxi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,823	Sd for me is better

8 July 2018, 09:13 AM	#8
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,374	I have both but the SD is a classic for me.

8 July 2018, 09:25 AM	#10
J_1964 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Jim Location: NoCal USA Watch: 16710 Posts: 1,955	16600 for everyday. Classic.

8 July 2018, 11:37 AM	#13
omitohud "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Sam Location: los Angeles Posts: 2,051	The expy 2 is probably the most comfortable sport Rolex out there. The SD will b top heavy, it’s not for everyone. I don’t think u could go wrong with either, it’s a matter of preference. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 July 2018, 11:48 AM	#14
Norwegian Husky "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Virginia Posts: 169	16600 before it’s too late. Not easy getting a bargain on these anymore. Bought one of many I’ve owned brand new around 2006. Think I paid around 3500 USD in Norway at the time.

9 July 2018, 05:47 AM	#15
Geo444 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Nh Watch: 16610 16570 Polar Posts: 127	Explorer 2 is a great watch, extremely comfortable and the polar versions are becoming popular. Be warned the the stainless bezel loves to show nicks along its edges no matter how careful you are. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 July 2018, 10:02 AM	#16
Brikev "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Illinois Posts: 93	The Explorer 2 is a low profile watch and is very confortable. If you are concerned about such things, make sure the SD fits under the sleeve of your shirt.

10 July 2018, 12:02 AM	#18
dafuture "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: NYC Posts: 1,943	Both great watches. I'd see if you can find some to try on. I love the SD, but it wears very tall. For me, it sat on a bone in my wrist that made it unwearable. I love my Exp II __________________ Current Rolex Submariner 126610LN \|\| Cartier Tank Americaine

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