First Rolex - Explorer ii 16570

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janice&fred

·Dec 27, 2019

CPRwatch

Lovely watch , but not sure why anyone would compare a 16570 against a 2254 . One is definitely a divers watch & the other one definitely looks like a GMT , am I really missing something here .

I understood the OP comparing the two because those are the two he happens to own and compete for wrist time.

 

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OmeGez

·Dec 27, 2019

Yes, my comment was towards the 2254 not getting worn for a little while, whilst I’m in the honeymoon phase with the Explorer.

It was further down someone commented comparing both.

 

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MPWATCH

·Dec 27, 2019

Love it - I think it's one of the best values in a steel sport model Rolex.

Congrats!

Thomas

 

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Fabrice M

·Dec 27, 2019

Lovely watch, a true classic. Congrats

 

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southtexas

·Dec 27, 2019

That’s a beauty! I picked up a white one a month or so ago, and I’m thoroughly enjoying it. I swapped out the oyster for a jubilee, I like the look and it’s very comfortable.

 

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Tri-national-man

·Dec 28, 2019

..I’ve owned both Seamaster 2254s and Rolex sports (GMT’s, explorers, subs daytonas) and don’t get me wrong - I absolutely loved this Seamaster.. Love the sword hands that dial.. In fact it has much dna from the 1960’s Seamaster 300 models..Yes good quality bracelet and clasp.. But I just think that the Rolex sports are a band above this model.. More refined..They have a smoother (silent) wind.. 2254 has noisy rotor compared.. Rolex generally more desirable on the resale market..Anyway just my opinion..

 

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OmeGez

·Dec 28, 2019

Tri-national-man

..I’ve owned both Seamaster 2254s and Rolex sports (GMT’s, explorers, subs daytonas) and don’t get me wrong - I absolutely loved this Seamaster.. Love the sword hands that dial.. In fact it has much dna from the 1960’s Seamaster 300 models..Yes good quality bracelet and clasp.. But I just think that the Rolex sports are a band above this model.. More refined..They have a smoother (silent) wind.. 2254 has noisy rotor compared.. Rolex generally more desirable on the resale market..Anyway just my opinion..

That’s one of the first things I noticed - I couldn’t believe the difference in the feel of the movement. SO much smoother to wind..! I’m glad I’ve made the move up to Rolex.

 

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CPRwatch

·Dec 28, 2019

janice&fred

I understood the OP comparing the two because those are the two he happens to own and compete for wrist time.

Went back & reread all the posts & yes your correct . Both are great watches in their own right 👍

 

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watch3s

·Dec 28, 2019

very nice! I had a black dial explorer 2 for almost a week before it went back to the ebay dealer for aftermarket dial. went polar the second time around. It was also my first rolex as I had saw it walking past Alltiques in the bowery and John had about 3 polar explorer 2s. Once upon a time they went $4,200 no box/papers

 

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janice&fred

·Dec 28, 2019

southtexas

That’s a beauty! I picked up a white one a month or so ago, and I’m thoroughly enjoying it. I swapped out the oyster for a jubilee, I like the look and it’s very comfortable.

oh man that jubilee really makes that watch pop. you gotta good eye!

 

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OmeGez

·Dec 30, 2019

Just a half hearted attempt at a picture today..

Totally in love with this watch. I’ve also realised how much I love a watch with an almost non-existent bezel. This fixed bezel doesn’t get in the way at all.

This has been my grail for such a long time, it’s so understated. I’m yet to have anyone notice its ‘a Rolex’ - As in, even non watch people comment as soon as they see one, from past experiences. The matte dial has always been my favourite, the polar is just a bit too bright for me, it doesn’t blend in as a watch for every occasion, in my own opinion.

This is definitely a long term keeper for me.

 

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Deltatango

·Dec 30, 2019

Congrats ! I’ve been eyeing one of these myself

 

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Tri-national-man

·Dec 30, 2019

Another pic of the one I had..

 

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OmeGez

·Jan 1, 2020

Another half hearted attempt - but it’s not bad..

I’ll get better with photos.

 

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fergusm

·Jan 2, 2020

That’s a lovely watch. Congrats!

 

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Denarius

·Jan 2, 2020

Love the black 16570 and I'm one of those that prefers it to the polar dial.

Right, I have a lovely 2254 and a Sub 14060, both dive watches that can go to 300m, I would compare these watches closely with plus and minus points for both... but like the 16570 the 14060 is in a different price class, here in the UK the these 5 digit Rolex's are £5/6K+ the 2245 is way less than £2k.

In my eyes this makes the 2254 a bargain..

 

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stevec14

·Jan 2, 2020

Congrats on the exp2. Terrific watches and the best value Rolex sports model on the market. I’ve considered picking one up myself a number of times and they have a cool vibe about them.

enjoy 👎

 

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OmeGez

·Jan 2, 2020

Agreed - the 2254 is a bargain for how robust it is.
I gave in and put mine back on the wrist for today, the Explorer will be on the wrist tomorrow. Just a quick rotation to keep it wound, until my winder arrives.

 

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Uniqez

·Jan 2, 2020

Mine says Hi. Awesome watch! Enjoy.

 

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OmeGez

·Jan 2, 2020

Love that, what year? 1998-1999?