Why Rolex Explorer 2 is not popular?

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Going through many threads here I have not found a definitive answer as to why the Exp II is the sport watch very few people want. They don't come up in any sport watch conversations and seem to depreciate in value rapidly in the used market. They appear to be the only large sports model that languishes on dealer's shelves. Is it simply because it doesn't have a rotating bezel? They must sell enough of them to stay in the line. Any thoughts?

Lack of a proper bezel would be my guess.

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In my case, it was the first Rolex I wanted - precisely because it was a little different than the others.

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I love how the 216570 can Polar-ize people 🙄

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I have a Polar from around 1999. It has lug holes which I very much like. But, my wife decided she likes it also. So, I had two links removed for her to wear it. I really miss it but have others to wear. As she wears it less, I hope to put the links back in and get it on my wrist. One of the things I like about it, is that it is not readily recognized as a Rolex. It allows me to wear it incognito when I feel the need.

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Did the "why would anyone buy a WG watch" thread not stir up enough controversy for you?

Need more?

Try a little positivity in your approach...you'll find it works wonders.

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I love the 16570 more and more each day. My AD knows that I want one and a black (tritium) dial showed up last week up but the bezel was not in 100% perfect condition the way I want it. I'm still waiting and like always I'm not in any rush.

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I think that people starting to appreciate older exp 2 (16570) especially with polar dial since new one 216570 is bigger and chunkier.

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Did the "why would anyone buy a WG watch" thread not stir up enough controversy for you?

Need more?

Try a little positivity in your approach...you'll find it works wonders.

Here is the bottom line reason for my questions regarding the Exp II. I bought the watch on the second day of a special vacation to Norway with my wife to go round trip on the Hurtigruten ferry from Bergen to Kerkenes and back. I would admit I really wanted a GMT or Sub but a black Exp II was the only sport watch the dealer had. Tt did look very nice. I took it. This was a big, big purchase for me even at the tax rebate price. On day nine of the boat ride near Tromso, my wife suffered what appears to be a small stroke. Two days in the hospital with multiple tests such as a CAT scan, MRI and EEG plus when we checked out had to pay for four nights plus food that were part of the boat trip plus airfares to get back to Bergen. I have not received the bill from the hospital yet but Medicare pays nothing for foreign hospital expenses. I probably bought a VERY nice new car, I'm guessing at least $20K-$25K. I am trying as hard as I can to love the watch but I will probable end up selling it ... if anybody wanted this model, at a fair price. BTW, my wife appears to be 98% OK now. More doctor's visits now that we are home.

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Originally Posted by jlovda

Here is the bottom line reason for my questions regarding the Exp II. I bought the watch on the second day of a special vacation to Norway with my wife to go round trip on the Hurtigruten ferry from Bergen to Kerkenes and back. I would admit I really wanted a GMT or Sub but a black Exp II was the only sport watch the dealer had. Tt did look very nice. I took it. This was a big, big purchase for me even at the tax rebate price. On day nine of the boat ride near Tromso, my wife suffered what appears to be a small stroke. Two days in the hospital with multiple tests such as a CAT scan, MRI and EEG plus when we checked out had to pay for four nights plus food that were part of the boat trip plus airfares to get back to Bergen. I have not received the bill from the hospital yet but Medicare pays nothing for foreign hospital expenses. I probably bought a VERY nice new car, I'm guessing at least $20K-$25K. I am trying as hard as I can to love the watch but I will probable end up selling it ... if anybody wanted this model, at a fair price. BTW, my wife appears to be 98% OK now. More doctor's visits now that we are home.

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Glad she's OK now John. All the best for you guys.

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Originally Posted by jlovda

Here is the bottom line reason for my questions regarding the Exp II. I bought the watch on the second day of a special vacation to Norway with my wife to go round trip on the Hurtigruten ferry from Bergen to Kerkenes and back. I would admit I really wanted a GMT or Sub but a black Exp II was the only sport watch the dealer had. Tt did look very nice. I took it. This was a big, big purchase for me even at the tax rebate price. On day nine of the boat ride near Tromso, my wife suffered what appears to be a small stroke. Two days in the hospital with multiple tests such as a CAT scan, MRI and EEG plus when we checked out had to pay for four nights plus food that were part of the boat trip plus airfares to get back to Bergen. I have not received the bill from the hospital yet but Medicare pays nothing for foreign hospital expenses. I probably bought a VERY nice new car, I'm guessing at least $20K-$25K. I am trying as hard as I can to love the watch but I will probable end up selling it ... if anybody wanted this model, at a fair price. BTW, my wife appears to be 98% OK now. More doctor's visits now that we are home.

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Sorry to head aboit your wife.

I hope it all works out well.

But I�m lost on how that translates into your original post.

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Unfortunately the Exp2 does not sing to me.

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I think it is a great reference, and an under the radar Rolex too

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Owned two for a short while. Always felt like I was going to scratch or ding the bezel.

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That�s one of my fears too

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Have owned my Polar for approx. eight years. I am careful with my watches, but not a scratch on the bezel.

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Love this old tritium model. Almost vintage now. Die hard Sub guy but this fits in nicely with my Subs. If they made a White dialed Sub then you know...but wanted a white dialed sport watch. I have owned 4 of these over the years so it has come in and out of favor with me.

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I have great love for the explorer. As a young active family man the Rolex SS sports models appeal to me greatly and it�s the explorer II 216570 I�m drawn to for several reasons

1) it�s a lot less common that a submariner and goes under the radar
2) it�s a tribute to the original 1655 with the black dial and orange gmt hand
3) it�s a robust sports watch yet in my opnion is fitting in a suit as it is at home in active wear
4) functional with date and gmt
5) fantastic bracelet and clasp
6) superb accuracy guaranteed with new Rolex models
8) I can pick one up BNIB with stickers on for more than 10% less than AD price

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Love this old tritium model. Almost vintage now. Die hard Sub guy but this fits in nicely with my Subs. If they made a White dialed Sub then you know...but wanted a white dialed sport watch. I have owned 4 of these over the years so it has come in and out of favor with me.

Looks fantastic my friend. Hold on to it no matter what. I hope my AD gets this exact model for me but great condition pieces are not easy to come by.

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Explorer II is a great watch. Asking myself the same question: "why it's not as popular in the Rolex lineup". Of course one can get GMT II for almost the same price. But Exp II is totally different looking watch and can be used in collection with others. I'm contemplating to purchase one as my third Rolex(Land).
The popularity for this watch will change once a couple of celebrities will wear it in some high profile events then ExpII will take off the shelves like hot potatoes especially in Asia.

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Explorer II is a great watch. Asking myself the same question: "why it's not as popular in the Rolex lineup". Of course one can get GMT II for almost the same price. But Exp II is totally different looking watch and can be used in collection with others. I'm contemplating to purchase one as my third Rolex(Land).
The popularity for this watch will change once a couple of celebrities will wear it in some high profile events then ExpII will take off the shelves like hot potatoes especially in Asia.

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Originally Posted by superdog

Sorry to head aboit your wife.

I hope it all works out well.

But I�m lost on how that translates into your original post.

x2. And I might add if you're selling it (really can't tell from your post), then you're not allowed to discuss it here in the general forum.

All the best to you and your wife.

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