I don't know about that Sir. They may be then more suited for the final ST3 watch that may be announced this year.

 

I think it would be unlikely as well especially if branded as a “Ranchero” aka Ranch Hand. However I think it would be a commercial success if the marketing was improved and name was changed. Maybe we will see an iteration of it

 

Explorer vote for me. Then again, I may be biased as I am lucky enough to have a black and polar Exp II 42mm. Not exactly the Exp reference in question here I realize, but still...

 

Can I vote for both?

 

Modern Railmaster v. Modern Explorer? Railmaster!

 

went with the 39 railmaster to avoid the explorer 1, ended up buying the explorer 1 in 14270 anyway. shame the 36 rm is so hard to find.

 

Rail master for me everyday !

 

If its between a new explorer and a trilogy Railmaster, I would go for the railmaster, its such a good looking watch, and even holds up against the explorer 1016.

Between your current Railmaster and a new Explorer, I think its not much of a difference.

 

Current railmaster if modern is the only choice. If possible an early 14270 is better if considering older pcs

 

Did you end up going with the rail master or explorer?

 

Classy as hell this one ! I like it !

 

I would recommend that you consider some of the Seamaster chronograph. Some of them have a lot of Railmaster styling, like this one:

 

If there was a modern 36 or 37mm Explorer, then this would really be a hard choice for me. The 39mm 214270 Mark 2 I had for a year was ALMOST perfect, but it was just too big and bold for my taste and I don’t regret selling it.
I can’t justify the cost of a 14270/114270 for that outdated bracelet clasp, glossy black dial, non-lumed number markers and inferior (as compared to the Omega 8806) movement.

 

I'm getting the railmaster 2503.52 today, I personally prefer the rail more. Regardless, you will make a good decision

 

I just a 36mm date just with fluted bezel here in Melbourne, passed on it cause it’s a silver face and I’m more into the blue one .. but the size was PERFECT

 

Well it looks like I am not alone, glad I found this thread. It seems like its been waiting her for many of us.
Ok so ive tried on the 36mm railmaster 2504 and loved it but have not been able to try the 36mm explorer. I found the 36mm raily to wear large due to its large dial that comes all the way out.
Question: For those who have tried both, does the explorer 36mm also wear a bit large? Thanks

 

I think the Rolex Oyster 116000 with Arabic dial gets completely over looked - such a simple and amazing watch. It suits the lack of the Mercedes hour hand too. 36mm... what’s not to like..especially the value! I believe it uses a Sub movement also.

I’d definitely pick that (unless your wanting a stainless sports for value retention).

 

My biggest gripe with Rolex are the stick hands. The "Mercedes" is no better. Just cannot stand stick hands.

Tom

 

Well thanks a helluva lot!