Explorer II 40mm vs 42mm

[SFBAY]

For those of you who have had both, which do you prefer and why?

[sensui]

I have both....I think they're different in many ways...even more so with specific color combinations. I suggest you try whatever you can and decide for yourself...no right answer...very under rated watches. My preference is 16570 in polar and 216570 in black.

[swils8610]

I’ve owned both and much preferred the 42mm.


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[Juantxo]

The new Explorer II has an improved movement but a hideous larger case.

[asiparks]

The new Explorer II has an improved movement but a well proportioned case, ( considering their other attempts at upsizing), and super legible dial.

[wuyeah]

My taste of preference is 216570 all the way. Doesn't matter which color. I think overall it sure is an improvement in design. The dial combo really draw my eyes better. Whenever I see a side by side image, I always like the 216570 more.

40mm is more comfort on wrist and 16570 has irresistible price BUT I can't pass on style. What a successful update.

[rebel_1]

If Rolex would keep the orange GMT hand and go back to the 40mm case, this would be my favorite all time watch. I had the new black dial. I ended up not liking the size.

[SFBAY]

Originally Posted by rebel_1

If Rolex would keep the orange GMT hand and go back to the 40mm case, this would be my favorite all time watch. I had the new black dial. I ended up not liking the size.

Did you get rid of the 42mm?

[toneafficianado]

I chose the 42 mm for the legibility, the Easylink bracelet, the on-wrist comfort and balance and the 3187 movement which is VERY shock resistant. Had it for a few years and it also keeps amazingly good time so I can't recommend it highly enough.

[rebel_1]

Originally Posted by SFBAY

Did you get rid of the 42mm?

I did flip it. No regrets. The size just wasn't for me.

[WEST HAM ROLEX]

Not really an Explorer fan, but if,,,,,,, - would choose the 42

[Kabelkasper]

I sold my 42mm EXII and i dont miss them. The case was to large an to uncomfortable with my 17,5cm wrist.

Last week i was buy the 40mm Polar with the lug holes an the SEL Bracelett. I like this watch. Very classic. The older Cases looks pretty good as well. The thiner Clasp....

The 40mm Explorer 2 is more undersatement and looks just at the second or third look like a Rolex - i think.

I think this watch will be a keeper and daily rocker - but yes i know. we share just one week togetter, maybe it would be change in a few month - but i dont think so at the moment.

try both watches and i think you cant go wrong with one of both.

[Dnf888]

I bought my 40mm in 2005. It was my first Rolex and I remember staring at it's beauty and thinking it looked quite big on my wrist. In 2015, I traded it for the 42mm because I felt it was too small. Times had moved on and I was, then, wearing the dblue Deepsea and the 45.5mm Omega Planet Ocean.
I love both of the Explorer II's. They're my go to watch for holidays, since I feel that it's "under the radar" and extremely comfortable, when traveling, swimming, etc.
I think it's all down to your wrist size and any other watches that you may wear. Try them on and feel it for yourself.
My answer to your question is that I, now, prefer the 42mm because of my other watches, but I will never forget my first love, ahem, I mean my first Rolex.

Ps. They are/were both black dial. I'm not keen on the polar dial. ("Personal preference", before anyone wants to kill me)

[karmatp]

I have owned both and prefer the new model. It is just a better watch and the size is really perfect.

You people do realize that if you lay a sub on top of the 42mm Explorer II, they are basically the same size, with the Explorer II being thinner. It just has a larger dial, which seems to mess with everyone's heads.

[watchwatcher]

Love the way the 42 fits and feels on the wrist...I just feel "home" when I strap that thing on.

[Wildy]

It's not just because I own the newer version that I prefer it over the older model. I believe it looks much better with the orange hand and is so legible.

[tommy91]

I prefer 16570. I was very close to trading in the 16570 for 216570 I am glad I didn't now.

[Ruddiger]

Howdy,

I don't own both so my opinion may not be helpful, however, I don't think the 42 is too big at all. Its proportions are great with the larger dial, and the orange 24 hour hand (in shape, color and size) really sets it apart from the GMT as well as being a throwback to the original 1971 version.

Personally, I don't think the 40mm can compete in any way. Obviously your mileage may vary and I respect those whose opinion are to the contrary, but to me its a perfect design and size.

Take care,

Ruddiger

[NLYogi]

I think that given todays standards the 40 mm cannot be regarded as too small, as much as the 42 is not too big by same standards. Personally the 40 mm sings to me but only because it seems more comfortable to wear.

[faz]

Never owned either, but the 40mm black dial is definitely on the future list for me. I find it a bit more elegant in proportions and dial (with its smaller hour markers) than the all sporty 42mm version.

[rmlovett1]

Originally Posted by swils8610

I’ve owned both and much preferred the 42mm.


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[SFBAY]

Originally Posted by Wildy

It's not just because I own the newer version that I prefer it over the older model. I believe it looks much better with the orange hand and is so legible.

What size is your wrist?

[SFBAY]

Is the M serial the last one before the explorer II went to 42mm?

[ejvette]

The 42 has a great wrist presence IMO its my favorite piece to wear

[USCG RET.]

42MM, to me its just perfect. Easy to read dial, feels great on the wrist and that orange hand on the white dial to me is amazing. I find myself looking at it many times a day.

[Wildy]

Originally Posted by SFBAY

What size is your wrist?

8 1/4 inch

[Pharaoh_83]

I've got a 7" wrist and the 42 is perfect! Love the watch and I've had it on almost every day since I got it.

[SFBAY]

Originally Posted by Pharaoh_83

I've got a 7" wrist and the 42 is perfect! Love the watch and I've had it on almost every day since I got it.

My wrist is about 6.75" so I'm teetering on the edge. I have DJ 41 and it fits great, but the Exp II is definitely bigger.

[airchitect]

I owned the 42 black. Great watch, but compared to my BLNR, it just couldn’t cut it. Size wasn’t the problem either. It was the proportions of everything. Just off. Almost in a DJ2/DD2 kind of way. So I let it go.

[doramas]

I feel better on 16570. 40mm is more comfortable than 42mm. I did not change it for the 216570.



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