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russ86 · 19 June 2018, 02:26 PM

Hello, I want to give a nice birthday girft to someone special to me, and that person is not into watches. He is turning 27 this Sunday and I was debating between Air King 116900 or Explorer II with either black or white dial.
Help me out to pick one.
Thank you.

jctrolex · 19 June 2018, 02:30 PM

I vote Exploerer simply because I dislike the design of the new Air King. I think the Explorer II is more timeless.

904VT · 19 June 2018, 02:36 PM

I agree with above the Explorer 2 is classic. Perhaps a downsize to 41mm and new movement are the only changes I see coming for a good long while. The green and yellow on the AirKing dial is an acquired taste I think. The AirKing would be a knockout in a white dial/black hands and marker version (minus the yellow and green). I think it needs traditional hour markers as well to remain fresh for the long-run.

Seibei · 19 June 2018, 02:39 PM

How about Explorer 1 or a Submariner?

Off Script · 19 June 2018, 02:40 PM

Exp II black dial is a classic choice and age appropriate. It can be dressed down on a RubberB for weekend adventures and worn on steel when desk diving in a suit

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superlativechrono · 19 June 2018, 02:40 PM

Also consider the Explorer 214270 or OP 114300.... these have a wider appeal and may be more suitable as gifts. Having said that, it really depends on the recipient, their likes, dislikes, passions and what you feel will sing to them...

asiparks · 19 June 2018, 02:44 PM

Silly question from me: If he's not really into watches, why a) buy him an expensive watch and b) bother about which one to buy if he's possibly not going to care either way ?.

Out of those two, Explorer 2 i guess.....it's more digestible...

rolehex · 19 June 2018, 02:47 PM

That's a big investment to give someone that is not into watches. Is into them at all? Does he at least like yours? To answer your question, what size wrist does he have? EXP II at 42mm is a relative large watch if you are thinking of buying a new one.

lcs77 · 19 June 2018, 02:50 PM

Explorer 2 white dial

HogwldFLTR · 19 June 2018, 02:50 PM

If they're not into watches I'd go with the AK!!! It's very attractive and eye catching. The Exp II is plainer looking. The added hand for 24 hour time will likely seem alien to them unless they do frequent travelling.

cvera · 19 June 2018, 03:18 PM

My vote would be for the white dial explorer.

scombs263 · 19 June 2018, 03:24 PM

Exp 216570
White/Polar

Ruud Van Driver · 19 June 2018, 03:29 PM

A most excellent gesture. However, I'd try and find out what your friend likes before dropping that amount on something he's not into.

Out of your two choices, I'd go Exp II all the way. However, perhaps consider an EXP I and Submariner, too.

Good luck.

uniqueMR · 19 June 2018, 03:31 PM

Air-King

SoCal_Batman · 19 June 2018, 03:32 PM

I may be in the minority, but I’m a huge fan of the Air-King. It’s on my short list and even though it doesn’t get much love, I love that it’s different from everything else in the lineup.

+1 Air-King

Ckci · 19 June 2018, 03:42 PM

I gave my son my Exp II when he was about 27. He’s super hard working and responsible or I wouldn’t have. I also like my old air king.
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peterpl · 19 June 2018, 04:03 PM

Explorer II for sure white dial

cda555 · 19 June 2018, 04:13 PM

If his wrists are big enough, white dial Explorer.

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Verdi · 19 June 2018, 04:16 PM

For someone who is 27 I cannot think of a better choice than a white dial (polar) Explorer 2.

doozyj · 19 June 2018, 04:16 PM

Perhaps a DJ41 as the other 2 may be acquired taste. Hell of a gift whatever you choose!

mahefa · 19 June 2018, 04:42 PM

I think they are both very good.

Prisoner6 · 19 June 2018, 04:46 PM

Air King all the way I love mine

Rolexavidfan · 19 June 2018, 10:29 PM

Air King! It’s youthful and quirky at the same time. Once he has settled into expensive watches, then the other Rolex sports can come into the picture.

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CHOSEN1 · 19 June 2018, 10:41 PM

Explorer

Justinmg · 19 June 2018, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by superlativechrono

Also consider the Explorer 214270 or OP 114300.... these have a wider appeal and may be more suitable as gifts. Having said that, it really depends on the recipient, their likes, dislikes, passions and what you feel will sing to them...

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Pw92676 · 19 June 2018, 10:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Seibei

How about Explorer 1 or a Submariner?

For a gift to someone who isn’t into watches, Exp 1 may be an awesome choice. May in fact spark an interest. If you’ve ruled that out and are set on either Exp 2 or AK, I would choose AK.

fishingbear · 19 June 2018, 10:48 PM

The 216570 Explorer II with black dial is a perfect all around watch.

MCO1 · 19 June 2018, 10:50 PM

Explorer 2! I would hesitate giving a gift of one to someone not really into watches though it would be a really nice gift. I kind of liken it to giving a dog as a gift, there is a certain amount of commitment that goes along with a nice watch such as insurance and service costs. Along with this there is the real possibility in this smart phone world that they will be annoyed that it stops and needs to be reset when not wearing.

Scapegoat · 19 June 2018, 10:52 PM

Explorer II (Polar)

Raza_actual · 19 June 2018, 11:07 PM

Between the two, I’d choose the Explorer II. White. It’s a more useful watch and I think it’s better looking. But, it’s a big watch—I think it wears larger than its 42mm size. I’d look at an Explorer I—excellent choice as well.

19 June 2018, 02:26 PM	#1
russ86 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Ross C. Location: Miami, FL. Posts: 947	Birthday Present Advise Needed, Air King or Explorer II Hello, I want to give a nice birthday girft to someone special to me, and that person is not into watches. He is turning 27 this Sunday and I was debating between Air King 116900 or Explorer II with either black or white dial. Help me out to pick one. Thank you.

19 June 2018, 02:50 PM	#9
lcs77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Earth Posts: 435	Explorer 2 white dial __________________ 116515LN - 116600 SD4K - 116710BLNR Batman - 116610LV Hulk - 16013 Datejust - 116500LN Black - 116500LN White - 126710BLRO Pepsi - 126610LV - 126711CHNR - 124300 Green - PAM 1223 - 226570 Black

19 June 2018, 02:50 PM	#10
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	If they're not into watches I'd go with the AK!!! It's very attractive and eye catching. The Exp II is plainer looking. The added hand for 24 hour time will likely seem alien to them unless they do frequent travelling. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

19 June 2018, 03:29 PM	#13
Ruud Van Driver "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chopped Liver Location: S. Wales Valleys Watch: Mickey Mouse Posts: 9,924	A most excellent gesture. However, I'd try and find out what your friend likes before dropping that amount on something he's not into. Out of your two choices, I'd go Exp II all the way. However, perhaps consider an EXP I and Submariner, too. Good luck. __________________ 116520 Black, 116610 LVc, 116660 D-Blue, 116610 LNc, 116622 Blue, PAM359, PAM689, PAM737 *"Why should you allow an AD to shake you down, just so you can buy a watch" - Grady Philpott* Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

19 June 2018, 03:31 PM	#14
uniqueMR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: USA Watch: P A T E K Posts: 4,694	Air-King __________________ A. Lange & Sohne \| Audemars Piguet \| F.P.Journe \| Omega \| Patek Philippe \| Rolex \| Tudor \| ...and Othersss

19 June 2018, 02:30 PM	#2
jctrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada Watch: 1675 Posts: 1,162	I vote Exploerer simply because I dislike the design of the new Air King. I think the Explorer II is more timeless.

19 June 2018, 02:36 PM	#3
904VT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: USA Watch: All Rolex Posts: 6,976	I agree with above the Explorer 2 is classic. Perhaps a downsize to 41mm and new movement are the only changes I see coming for a good long while. The green and yellow on the AirKing dial is an acquired taste I think. The AirKing would be a knockout in a white dial/black hands and marker version (minus the yellow and green). I think it needs traditional hour markers as well to remain fresh for the long-run.

19 June 2018, 02:39 PM	#4
Seibei Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: New Zealand Watch: 114060 Posts: 2,630	How about Explorer 1 or a Submariner?

19 June 2018, 02:40 PM	#5
Off Script "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: U.S.A. Watch: 116618LB Posts: 221	Exp II black dial is a classic choice and age appropriate. It can be dressed down on a RubberB for weekend adventures and worn on steel when desk diving in a suit .

19 June 2018, 02:40 PM	#6
superlativechrono "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Matt Location: Australia Posts: 104	Also consider the Explorer 214270 or OP 114300.... these have a wider appeal and may be more suitable as gifts. Having said that, it really depends on the recipient, their likes, dislikes, passions and what you feel will sing to them...

19 June 2018, 02:44 PM	#7
asiparks "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Portland, OR Watch: ing the Detectives Posts: 1,885	Silly question from me: If he's not really into watches, why a) buy him an expensive watch and b) bother about which one to buy if he's possibly not going to care either way ?. Out of those two, Explorer 2 i guess.....it's more digestible...

19 June 2018, 02:47 PM	#8
rolehex 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Thousand Oaks, CA Posts: 1,438	That's a big investment to give someone that is not into watches. Is into them at all? Does he at least like yours? To answer your question, what size wrist does he have? EXP II at 42mm is a relative large watch if you are thinking of buying a new one.

19 June 2018, 03:18 PM	#11
cvera "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: California Posts: 221	My vote would be for the white dial explorer.

19 June 2018, 03:24 PM	#12
scombs263 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: COMBS#263 Location: Los Angeles, Ca. Watch: Rolex SD43 Posts: 2,188	Exp 216570 White/Polar

19 June 2018, 03:32 PM	#15
SoCal_Batman "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: C.R. Location: Los Angeles Watch: ♛ BLNR \| AK Posts: 1,029	I may be in the minority, but I’m a huge fan of the Air-King. It’s on my short list and even though it doesn’t get much love, I love that it’s different from everything else in the lineup. +1 Air-King __________________ "The more I see, the less I know for sure." - John Lennon

19 June 2018, 03:42 PM	#16
Ckci "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Russell Location: KC, MO Watch: FedEx 4 next 1 Posts: 2,244	I gave my son my Exp II when he was about 27. He’s super hard working and responsible or I wouldn’t have. I also like my old air king. B334CF02-8463-4BC2-9D40-438493809799.jpeg F0698DD1-2F7B-4793-9A40-B39E9DE6D293.jpeg 3DFFACBF-3582-4836-901C-485CF09E8C1B.jpeg

19 June 2018, 04:03 PM	#17
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	Explorer II for sure white dial

19 June 2018, 04:13 PM	#18
cda555 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: USA Watch: GMT IIc and PO Posts: 1,638	If his wrists are big enough, white dial Explorer. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 June 2018, 04:16 PM	#19
Verdi "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mitch Location: UAE Watch: Big Ben Posts: 2,451	For someone who is 27 I cannot think of a better choice than a white dial (polar) Explorer 2. __________________ IG: @watch_idiot_savant

19 June 2018, 04:16 PM	#20
doozyj "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Los Angeles Watch: DSSD Posts: 201	Perhaps a DJ41 as the other 2 may be acquired taste. Hell of a gift whatever you choose!

19 June 2018, 04:46 PM	#22
Prisoner6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: GB Posts: 28	Air King all the way I love mine

19 June 2018, 10:29 PM	#23
Rolexavidfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Har Location: Tukwila, WA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,568	Air King! It’s youthful and quirky at the same time. Once he has settled into expensive watches, then the other Rolex sports can come into the picture. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Go for the timepiece you love. You will save more. ...

19 June 2018, 10:41 PM	#24
CHOSEN1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: space Posts: 510	Explorer

19 June 2018, 10:48 PM	#27
fishingbear 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: George Location: Alabama Watch: GMTsSubLVEx2SDDayt Posts: 4,389	The 216570 Explorer II with black dial is a perfect all around watch.

19 June 2018, 10:50 PM	#28
MCO1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Missouri USA Watch: Daytona C white Posts: 2,248	Explorer 2! I would hesitate giving a gift of one to someone not really into watches though it would be a really nice gift. I kind of liken it to giving a dog as a gift, there is a certain amount of commitment that goes along with a nice watch such as insurance and service costs. Along with this there is the real possibility in this smart phone world that they will be annoyed that it stops and needs to be reset when not wearing.

19 June 2018, 10:52 PM	#29
Scapegoat "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Lee Location: South East Asia Watch: Tudor Pro Posts: 1,770	Explorer II (Polar)

19 June 2018, 11:07 PM	#30
Raza_actual "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Philadelphia Watch: Monaco Posts: 391	Between the two, I’d choose the Explorer II. White. It’s a more useful watch and I think it’s better looking. But, it’s a big watch—I think it wears larger than its 42mm size. I’d look at an Explorer I—excellent choice as well. __________________ TAG Heuer Monaco LE\|Omega Speedmaster\|Tudor Ranger\|Rolex Submariner

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