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fmc000 · 29 March 2023, 12:57 AM

The 2nd gen 39mm (AKA long hands) was the best for me... until this year's 40mm came out.

fskywalker · 29 March 2023, 01:08 AM

124270

114270

14270 in that order

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Thegrants82 · 29 March 2023, 07:41 AM

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JJGreen · 29 March 2023, 09:56 AM

It's not on the list, but definitely my 1016.

Driver8 · 29 March 2023, 10:03 AM

I must say I’m very confused by these poll results so far. If you ever read anything about the Explorer on this forum you’d think that anyone who liked the 39mm version had two heads! It was constantly bemoaned by many folks as being “out of proportion, too big, not historic enough”, etc, etc. And yet here it is winning the poll.

Good to see it getting some love as the 39mm Explorer is my favourite Rolex that I’ve never owned.

logo · 29 March 2023, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJGreen

It's not on the list, but definitely my 1016.

Well, yeah. But that wouldn’t be a fair poll!

Bort · 29 March 2023, 10:32 AM

I always liked the 214270, but would love to get the 224270.

Bulldozer · 29 March 2023, 10:46 AM

The Explorer II.

zengineer · 29 March 2023, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SAP7

The 39 was ruined by really odd proportions. The size may work for you but the whole thing was a mess of ratios and the dial was wasted space.
Hopefully that’s why they ditched it and added the 40. If the 40 has the same golden ratio design of the 36 it might work as a better scaled up alternative.
The 36 was perfection in design terms: everything in balance.

I honestly never understood this criticism and I know a thing orctwo about design. 36 is the right size for many people but is simply too small but modern standards for many buyers.

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CaptT · 29 March 2023, 11:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Driver8

I must say I’m very confused by these poll results so far. If you ever read anything about the Explorer on this forum you’d think that anyone who liked the 39mm version had two heads! It was constantly bemoaned by many folks as being “out of proportion, too big, not historic enough”, etc, etc. And yet here it is winning the poll.

Good to see it getting some love as the 39mm Explorer is my favourite Rolex that I’ve never owned.

Agreed, the 214270 is legendary; near-perfect as far as no-date watches go.

I suspect that much of the criticism that the 214270 is supposedly “out of proportion” comes primarily from those that haven’t owned it, or possibly even tried it on. It’s easy to form an opinion from pictures that doesn’t hold up upon seeing the watch in the metal.

I’m personally biased to the 39mm mk2, but looking forward to seeing the new 40mm at some point.

Dr.Brian · 29 March 2023, 11:41 AM

I’d get a vintage, but a new 36mm at MSRP would be hard to pass up.

Dr.Smellody · 29 March 2023, 12:32 PM

36mm for sure

logo · 29 March 2023, 12:36 PM

And just in case any members of the general public stumble across this thread, see the photo below. Clearly we are not crazy - they’re all different! lol

Seriously though, a masterclass in timeless design. Credit to Rolex where credit is due, this post-1016 Explorer design language has been consistent since 1989.

ol' Rex · 30 March 2023, 08:34 PM

I voted for the 214270 (Mark II), but to be honest I've never seen an Explorer that I didn't like. The 39mm size is simply better for my arm -- especially according to my girlfriend.

My opinion may change, however, after I've seen the new 40mm model in real life. I think a wider bracelet could be a great change -- it certainly works on the Submariner -- although on the other hand I think Rolex made a big mistake by moving the word "Explorer" to the top of the watch face. I'm sure they did that for the sake of tradition, but in my opinion it ruins the balance.

1William · 30 March 2023, 09:06 PM

I am going to give the 40 mm a try. I like the others but the sizing has never been good for me.

Big Sexy · 1 April 2023, 01:20 AM

214270 mkii for me. Absolutely perfect. On the small side as an explorer should be but without being feminine. Explorer text low on the dial is a better balance as well imho

Matte dial as well

Cr_Zeek · 1 April 2023, 01:45 AM

Its hard to vote correctly because most of us havent seen the new Explorer in the wild or even as a comparison to the pre-existing models.

HobokenRolex · 1 April 2023, 01:52 AM

Love my 36mm

NickWin · 1 April 2023, 03:47 AM

12470 for me since it has been the one on my wrist for the past three weeks!

Dr. Robert · 1 April 2023, 04:01 AM

I have a 114270 & a 214270 MK2, dig them both!!!!

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ACE 94 · 1 April 2023, 07:39 AM

I think the new 40mm will be a winner for me

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zengineer · 2 April 2023, 03:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ACE 94

I think the new 40mm will be a winner for me

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With Rolex, the question is always... " how big is a 40mm watch?". If I recall a "40mm Sub" is 40.3mm and a "41mm" Sub is 40.6mm.

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ndirish2001 · 2 April 2023, 08:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zengineer

With Rolex, the question is always... " how big is a 40mm watch?". If I recall a "40mm Sub" is 40.3mm and a "41mm" Sub is 40.6mm.

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Kind of how my 41mm OP is really 39.5mm. In fact, it wouldn’t shock me if they use for the Explorer 40 the same case as for the OP 41.

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Ruvv · 2 April 2023, 08:41 AM

214270 for me

Watchsprings · 2 April 2023, 11:42 AM

124270 36mm perfection it’s the only one of my watches I keep out of the bank. The Sub and Pepsi go in for weeks at a time.

GGGMT · 2 April 2023, 03:30 PM

I love them all. Own 4. 2 x1 and 2 x2 polar.

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Andad · 2 April 2023, 05:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

The 124273 for me (not listed above)

X2.

In a 40mm case.

bigbaddom3 · 2 April 2023, 06:15 PM

The 214270 tops the list for me.

omar-rye · 2 April 2023, 06:31 PM

According to a hands-on review on Hodinkee.com, the new 40mm watch wears "substantially larger than the 39mm."

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hodinkee

Anyway, here are a few details I noticed when I held the watch for the first time. First, it looks substantially larger than the 39mm model – the eye perceives that one millimeter as a substantial upsize. I found the bezel to be quite thin, making the dial really stand out, and accentuating its size.

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/ro...-40mm-explorer

zengineer · 3 April 2023, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by omar-rye

According to a hands-on review on Hodinkee.com, the new 40mm watch wears "substantially larger than the 39mm."

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/ro...-40mm-explorer

To be fair, the dude has a tiny wrist. But I don't really doubt it will wear larger than the 39 if it has more dial and less bezel. A shame they didn't have a 39mm to compare it to but seems like they just had a few minutes with it.

View Poll Results: Which 5 or 6 digit explorer do you prefer?
14270 (36mm, 20mm lugs, folding clasp)	18	4.04%
114270 (36mm, 20mm lugs, stamped clasp)	30	6.73%
214270 (39mm matt dial, 20mm lugs, modern clasp)	160	35.87%
124270 (36mm, 19mm lugs, modern clasp)	137	30.72%
224270 (40mm, 21mm lugs, modern clasp)	101	22.65%
Voters: 446. You may not vote on this poll

29 March 2023, 01:08 AM	#32
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 24,587	124270 114270 14270 in that order Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 2230.50.00 Zenith 02.470.405 Henry Archer Eclipse 2FA security enabled

29 March 2023, 10:03 AM	#35
Driver8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,761	I must say I’m very confused by these poll results so far. If you ever read anything about the Explorer on this forum you’d think that anyone who liked the 39mm version had two heads! It was constantly bemoaned by many folks as being “out of proportion, too big, not historic enough”, etc, etc. And yet here it is winning the poll. Good to see it getting some love as the 39mm Explorer is my favourite Rolex that I’ve never owned. __________________ Rolex - 116710BLNR : 116610LN : 116622 : 116334 : 14060M (Plus - Glashutte Original, Breitling, Omega, IWC, Tag Heuer, Doxa, Sinn, Seiko, G-Shock + micros)

29 March 2023, 11:41 AM	#41
Dr.Brian 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: CA dreamin' Watch: ing the market. Posts: 5,897	I’d get a vintage, but a new 36mm at MSRP would be hard to pass up. __________________ -Brian AUDENTES FORTUNA IUVAT 十人十色

29 March 2023, 12:36 PM	#43
logo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: North America Posts: 2,301	What is your favorite Explorer? And just in case any members of the general public stumble across this thread, see the photo below. Clearly we are not crazy - they’re all different! lol Seriously though, a masterclass in timeless design. Credit to Rolex where credit is due, this post-1016 Explorer design language has been consistent since 1989.

29 March 2023, 12:57 AM	#31
fmc000 Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Fabio Location: Como - Italy Posts: 4,811	The 2nd gen 39mm (AKA long hands) was the best for me... until this year's 40mm came out.

29 March 2023, 07:41 AM	#33
Thegrants82 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: Here Posts: 71	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

29 March 2023, 09:56 AM	#34
JJGreen "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: JJ Location: Canada Watch: Rolex 1675 or 1016 Posts: 386	It's not on the list, but definitely my 1016.

29 March 2023, 10:32 AM	#37
Bort "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: California Watch: 16803 Posts: 229	I always liked the 214270, but would love to get the 224270.

29 March 2023, 10:46 AM	#38
Bulldozer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: 55.8554 °N Posts: 269	The Explorer II.

29 March 2023, 12:32 PM	#42
Dr.Smellody "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Salem, OR Posts: 5,193	36mm for sure

30 March 2023, 08:34 PM	#44
ol' Rex "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Mont Boron Watch: ing the detectives Posts: 183	I voted for the 214270 (Mark II), but to be honest I've never seen an Explorer that I didn't like. The 39mm size is simply better for my arm -- especially according to my girlfriend. My opinion may change, however, after I've seen the new 40mm model in real life. I think a wider bracelet could be a great change -- it certainly works on the Submariner -- although on the other hand I think Rolex made a big mistake by moving the word "Explorer" to the top of the watch face. I'm sure they did that for the sake of tradition, but in my opinion it ruins the balance.

30 March 2023, 09:06 PM	#45
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,652	I am going to give the 40 mm a try. I like the others but the sizing has never been good for me.

1 April 2023, 01:20 AM	#46
Big Sexy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Michigan Posts: 166	214270 mkii for me. Absolutely perfect. On the small side as an explorer should be but without being feminine. Explorer text low on the dial is a better balance as well imho Matte dial as well __________________ 126710 BLNR, 126710 BLRO, 114060, 126600 126334 (Dk Rhodium), 214270, DW5600e

1 April 2023, 01:45 AM	#47
Cr_Zeek "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: BC Posts: 134	Its hard to vote correctly because most of us havent seen the new Explorer in the wild or even as a comparison to the pre-existing models.

1 April 2023, 03:47 AM	#49
NickWin "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Baton Rouge Posts: 3	12470 for me since it has been the one on my wrist for the past three weeks!

1 April 2023, 04:01 AM	#50
Dr. Robert 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 61,220	I have a 114270 & a 214270 MK2, dig them both!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

1 April 2023, 07:39 AM	#51
ACE 94 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Posts: 52	I think the new 40mm will be a winner for me Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

2 April 2023, 08:41 AM	#54
Ruvv Banned Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: USA Watch: 126710 Posts: 279	214270 for me

2 April 2023, 11:42 AM	#55
Watchsprings "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Cali Posts: 1,632	124270 36mm perfection it’s the only one of my watches I keep out of the bank. The Sub and Pepsi go in for weeks at a time.

2 April 2023, 03:30 PM	#56
GGGMT 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Itinerant Watch: 79010sg Posts: 8,035	I love them all. Own 4. 2 x1 and 2 x2 polar. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

2 April 2023, 06:15 PM	#58
bigbaddom3 Banned Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 92	The 214270 tops the list for me.

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