I Wore the Rolex Explorer II 16570 and the 216570 for a Month Each to Compare

Hi Everyone!

I couldn’t decide if I wanted the Explorer II 16570 or the 216570 just based on specs, so I wore each one for the month to see which one felt and looked better. I thought I’d share my thoughts and a few wrist shots here with you.

Quick recap on both models to refresh everyone’s memory

Explorer II 16570
· 40mm Case
· Slimmer case
· Lug holes
· Red GMT-Hand
· Smaller hour markers with black surrounds
· Green “Luminova”…

I Wore the Rolex Explorer II 16570 and the 216570 for a Month Each to Compare

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Green dial OP41 availability?

Yesterday my wife and I were in the area, and decided to stop by our AD just to say hello and see what they had on display. We were greeted by our sales associate and he was excited to hear how much I’m liking the Polar Explorer II that I purchased about 2 months ago, (which I made another thread about earlier on here) I told him my feelings about the watch and how amazingly satisfied I am with it etc etc… After chatting awhile, he asked me “well, what’s next? what are you looking at for…

Green dial OP41 availability?

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Problem with my Explorer II 226570

I’ve had my Polar Explorer II 226570 now for about 2 months. The problem I have with it, is that now I don’t wear or even want to wear any other watches in my collection. The Explorer II checks every box for me. Extremely comfortable, legible, and flies under the radar. It hasn’t left my wrist since I put it on at the AD, and it’s running +4 seconds after 2 months. I am very impressed with the accuracy of the 3285 movement, and overall everything about this watch.

Has anyone else ever had…

Problem with my Explorer II 226570

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Seeking Advice on Replacing Damaged Plastic Crystal on Tudor Royal Watch

Hello fellow enthusiasts,

I recently received a Tudor watch as a gift, and unfortunately, the plastic (acrylic) crystal has been damaged. I want to replace it and would appreciate guidance on the best action.

Specifically, I’m interested in:

  • Identifying the watch model and the required size for the replacement.
  • Recommendations for reputable watchmakers or service centers in London that can perform the replacement.
  • Trusted online sources where I can purchase a genuine or…

Seeking Advice on Replacing Damaged Plastic Crystal on Tudor Royal Watch

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Black Bay 58 vs Black Bay..

Greetings!

I’m considering these two. I like the color combination of the BB burgundy bezel and black/gold dial. But I like the specs/size of the BB 58 and I’ve tried this one on and know it works…and I like the blue 58 ALMOST as well as the BB Burgundy/gold/black.

So the question is…How does the BB 41mm wear for you? Anyone have both models that could comment would be great! I’ve got several 40, 41, 42mm watches but the case thickness of the BB iis my primary concern.

Thank you!

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Submariner dent on corner of case; anyone else fix something similar?

I happend to notice a sharp edge on the case when I took the watch off the other day. Took a closer look and saw that I somehow dented the corner of the case edge. No other damage anywhere around that I can see. The worst part is I don’t remember hitting anything and certainly never dropping the watch. It’s only a few weeks old so surely I would remember! Not sure if this steel is that soft that bumping into something while wearing the watch could have done this?

Anyone have a similar dent…

Submariner dent on corner of case; anyone else fix something similar?

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