Explorer II 16570

[jfsmith86]

Quick Question,

I have 3 automatics in my daily rotation and wanted to get y'alls opinion. I have a 2005 black dial stick 36mm datejust (smooth bezel, all brushed oyster bracelet). Is that watch different enough from my Polar Explorer II 16570?

I realize both can be considered "sports watches." But I feel I can certainly dress up my datejust a lot easier (despite it being a non-fluted, non-jubilee).

More recently I started asking myself if those are too similar and wanted to get others opinion on the matter. I realize most of it comes down to personal preference. I do like that dial color makes them totally different as well.

My 3rd watch is a 36mm pilot (grey dial on a brown alligator strap). Not that it matters, but gives you perspective of my full luxury lineup (generic pics attached).

[richrichy]

I vote yes

[77T]

The answers is as clear as black & white - the two Rolexes are polar opposites.

Get it? Polar...oh, nevermind - they are different enough and a balanced pair.

The Pilot does tend to overlap a little, though.

But you have a nice trio there

[mjclark32]

Not too similar, IMO. Really like the pilot too

[Cantab]

The two Rolexes are definitely different enough, however, the IWC is a bit redundant.

[Foxglove]

Originally Posted by jfsmith86

Quick Question,

Is that watch different enough from my Polar Explorer II 16570?.

I'm assuming that's the question. The answer is yes.

[Justindo]

The dial color, markers, bezel, and functions make them very different watches to me. The Datejust could work okay with a suit while I don't think the Explorer would look good in that role.