I bought myself for my 40th BD the new 2022 edition of your watch with the new caliber, new clasp and most importantly the anti reflective coating (Which shows more contrast to the polar dial). A year later, I came across your model “2007” and I really liked the vintage spirit of its design. And I told myself let me get it and gift it to my wife on her 40th BD since i already have the new model and so we can also hang out together wearing both watches together. Unfortunately, this plan did not work. Cause I fall in love with this unique timepiece in every aspect and I end up adding it to my collection. It’s my first vintage watch and its design grows in me every time I look at it. Despite having other models in my collection like the new Pepsi, Batman and a couple of JLCs but still nothing can give its reflection in my eyes. Sorry for the long message and thank you so much for your amazing video. BTW, love your ski shoots!! Thanks again and enjoy your long lasting honeymoon with this watch ;)

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! Enjoy. The watch bug definitely can cause intended gifts to change in their intent a little. Thanks for the note about the ski shots. Those weren't easy to grab.

Great video and your reasoning really resonates with me. I’ve tried on the 16570 and it’s a stunning watch, for me it’s just that little bit too small and so I’m fortunate enough to have been able to pick up new the 226570 almost a year ago. And wow, what a watch, I struggle to wear anything else and have made a ton of memories in mine. Like you I’m also after a Pepsi but right now I don’t think it would get any wrist time! Cheers.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Nice! The new explorer is an improved design for sure, just too big for my taste. I just got a Pepsi in for review and I still have been picking the polar

Congrats and great watch! I’m lucky to have 4 Rolex GMT’s including the 16750 Polar in my collection that I’ve added over the years and I love them all and wouldn’t sell any of them to go towards anything else. They’re wonderful timepieces and lifetime companions. Cheers

Great video man, you're quickly becoming one of my favorite watch personalities!

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that!

Great story! I bonded with my father over watches before he passed but I took him to New York for the first time in his 81-year life and surprise him by letting him witness me travel a long distance to buy a Rolex just has he had done in 1968. I was unable to get the Rolex but I wore a Seiko Monster on the trip and that watch is one of the most meaningful watches in my collection, second only to the yellow gold Day-Date he gave me in his last words. The Rolex will always be "dad's Rolex" and even though my eyes are welling up as I type this, I am saving those cathartic tears for when I finally get "the call" from my Rolex AD.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

That's a great story. For us men, there are few things close to the memories and connections with our fathers. Enjoy your Monster and your Day Date. Enjoy them both in good health!

@bobbyb.1743

2 ай бұрын

Man, that’s very meaningful, thank you for sharing!🙏🏻

Very cool video! I bought my first nice watch, a Tag Heuer auto 2000, in ‘04. I had it on my wrist when I left active duty AF & drove around the US, when I got married, & when both of my sons were born. I don’t wear it as much as I should anymore, but to me my old Tag is priceless!

@nash9625

Жыл бұрын

Cheers fellow air bro!

Had the 40mm Explorer II's in black and polar. Also have the 42mm in both iterations, which I ended up wearing (great watches), and not wearing the 40mm's ; so I traded out of them. I have a 7" wrist and find 39mm-42mm is my sweet spot. That being said I just ended up buying the 40mm Polar again, and am enjoying it. The 5 digit sport references are the most comfortable watches period. I would hold off buying a jubilee for your Polar, and put your money towards a GMT Master 16710 with a Jubilee. Also have the Tudor Pro, Pelagos 39 and the Chrono white dial. Like them all but again the 5 digit reference Rolex are so much more comfortable to wear.

Shows the emotional connection we can have with these time pieces, as opposed to our phone.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

What are you talking about. My phone and I bond over the two years I keep it before swapping it out for an identical slightly altered model...

@kojiattwood

Жыл бұрын

@@HarrisonElmore 😅. I'm sure your future child will be ecstatic when you hand down your iphone 11 when they turn 18

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

@@kojiattwood an old non functioning relic! It’ll be like a VHS player

First and foremost, this 16570 is one of the most underrated Rolex of ALL-TIME. It's simply a beautiful watch let alone the best Explorer 2 definitely better than its modern counterpart. Second, you can't sell this watch anymore, it's simply PRICELESS with all the memories you've created with it. I would say that I wouldn't recommend buying on impulse especially with such a big purchase like with a Rolex. You've mentioned you wanted a vintage Pepsi and you should've gone with your gut in that case but nevertheless, this was a wonderful alternative.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

I would agree with all you said. One day I'll get the Pepsi, but this won't go anywhere in the meantime. It is an incredible daily design

@phila3884

Жыл бұрын

It has the exact same movement as the GMT Master II of the same era, so it's essentially the same watch without the rotating bezel. And now almost as collectible.

Bro…your brother was trying to tell you he would love to keep that watch. Nice review

Been watching your content for a little while👍. Disclaimer is that I have a very similar watch (16570 polar Swiss-only dial). My first thought is that you'll regret it if you sell. Great watch and too many memories to let it go.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Enjoy yours. Good taste!

I also have an Explorer II. I have it for over 10 years and never had a problem. Please advise where I can find a 20mm Jubilee bracelet. Great review. Thanks

Wonderfully articulated 👏👏👏 I'm on the wait-list for a 226570, but if a few more months go by, I'm going to start looking at 16570s

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Gotta find which one fits your wrist better. I love the design of the new Exp 2. Almost bought it, but the size made the decision. if both fit, then I'd decide on design even if you have to hold out

I can definitely relate to feeling a new appreciation for a watch that had lost it's luster. I have never thought about selling my Explorer II but my appreciation for it has grown more and more as time has gone on. So much so that I have sold most of my collection and am down to 4 watches now.

I also have the 16570 Polar, bought it while stationed in Germany - LOVE IT FOREVER!! Very versatile, understated, & timeless!

Really cool video- Last week I sold my Rolex 126613LN for over retail and a nice exchange. The watch was receiving too much attention and comments and I really don't like that. It was only Rolex available at Store when I bought it. The Sub with its Ceramic bezel felt a bit toyish to me to be honest, was looking more for a tool watch. Today I'm wearing the Explorer 2 42 Polar and I'm the happiest person in the world. Love these watches from any generation. You can wear it anywhere with anything and its so beautiful and rare to see. Great video BTW!

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

That's totally fair! That's definitely a different flavor than your old sub! Enjoy the 42 has a heck of a great design and layout

I’m interested in a polar 16570 but with the hollow EL and tritium dial. I wanted to ask, do you find the lume on your super luminova to be fading to a cream color? In some of your shots the lume looks cream and in others it’s a stark white. How is it in person?

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

It's more cream honestly than white in person. I think it's actually like a tinge of the green from the superluminova, but it looks just off-white. It's one thing that surprised me because I wanted it stark white

I have this watch in 2008 and I’m considering selling it but I bought it off my friend who was going through a divorce. You bought yours in Switzerland while on vacation……..you have to keep it. Good memories go with it. Great video.

which ski area is that? looks great!

Are gmt masters really the same price as a polar explorer..?

I really want one k of these things, where can I church one out in person to know D:

Great video! Would like to ask which leather strap would you recommend pairing with the Polar, I just picked one up and looking to have a leather strap! :)

@HarrisonElmore

2 ай бұрын

I’m making a video soon on straps!

@austinlhk

2 ай бұрын

@@HarrisonElmore Looking forward!

I have the same watch and unfortunately sold it to a good friend of mine when I needed the cash. Lucky for me, a year later he needed some cash and I immediately bought it back. :-) ..Never making that mistake again I love this model.

I think it is more understated than a Submariner. I know what you mean about thick watches. I had a Speedster Mark II, and it was like a big pebble tied to the wrist.

Is that the correct box for this reference?

This is a very interesting insight. We at a point where it doesn’t matter which Rolex you want and it’s more about what they will sell you. Off all the Rolex I really appreciate the simplicity of this watch. I registered interest recently but look like a two year wait before I can buy it. What do you think?

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Don't know. I've been on a "waitlist" for a Sub for two years. Starting to think it doesn't exist. I think give it a year and they'll all be relatively available or around the same price as retail.

All of my watches are keepers for the reasons you mentioned. They all hold meanings that make them permanent parts of me.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Then I keep looking to add more. It's a bad cycle

I have one. I bought it used in 2019 with the previous owner's engraved initials on the caseback, box and papers, and at least $1k below retail because of the engraving-which is invisible to anyone except me, therefore a bargain. Since the initials match the warranty card, they might actually add value. I went through the same ownership arc, and now I think it is the ultimate one-watch watch (although I have more, including a 1016, I wear this one the most).

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Ditto. I thought my 114270 was the end all be all, but I wear this more

Very good point about experiencing life with a watch deepens one's appreciation for it. Sitting in a box or safe is sterile. The Tudor BB Pro is ridiculously thick for the case size. Not interested. Still on a list with my AD to get the newest Explorer II with Polar dial. May end up with an IWC BP instead though.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with the IWC Big Pilot! Good luck!

Just put it aside for a bit and you'll see :) Never sell a watch too quickly. I call it "impulse selling" :) Good channel! Cheers

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. I've done that a couple times. Good advice!

You made the right decision by buying the polar. I have a few Rolex pieces and polar has become my favourite one . The size, weight, the dial all feel right for my lifestyle. Becasue of polar now my batman has become safe queen for a few months now. Enjoy your watch and continue your journey in good health.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

That’s good to hear! I enjoy it quite a bit, more than I expected! Good luck balancing the wrist time between the two!

Good watch perfect size love it

I have the most recent version of this and its very close to my favorite. Love it.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Enjoy! Maybe one day it can BE the favorite

@jimlittle5769

Жыл бұрын

@@HarrisonElmore it was for a year...then I got the call for the Pepsi on jubilee. Now the Polar is firmly entrenched at #2.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

@@jimlittle5769 blast! Can’t say I blame you

Can you do a white vs black dial video? I can’t decide!

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

If I can get my hands on a black dial, I'll definitely do that!

Hold on to that one man. The later movement, the rehaut, SELs, still has the brushing on the bezel…Hard to beat that one.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! I'd have to fall on some hard times!

I have the 26 model of Polar, lovely watch but I wish they have kept it smaller like the 16 :)

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Yeah me too. I might have picked that if they had!

A similar thing happened to me with my Explorer 114270. Now I’m glad I didn’t sell it.

After 30 years of collecting watches, I came to the conclusion that I can live with 2 watches: Explo 1 (39mm for me) and Explo 2 40mm (in black for me). They are both reliable, under the radar and cover all situations (from dress to casual wear) - and they keep their value. What else? Keep on the good job!

Is that ski footages Keystone Colorado?

I have one of these, a G-model with the 3186 in it. It has no bearing on the fun I have with my wife, or the places that I go.

Nice story. I’ve been filling my 9F Grand Seiko with too much to let it go.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Nice! I’ve always looked at those

Best moment of honey moon? New watch! 😆

Isnt 42mm a bit too big on 6.5 wrist

" amplifier of moments."

@HarrisonElmore

11 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Watches measure the time that passes while creating our memories, the soul of time 😊. Explore life as it is more mystical than the surface kind of like what goes behind the surface of the watch.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Well said!

Question: before you said it was under the radar, but now not so much. In regards to travel do you feel comfortable wearing it without drawing attention to yourself as other more recognizable Rolexes might? I’ve been looking into this watch and that is one aspect that appeals to me, a Rolex that is not “flashy” or draws unwanted attention when you are traveling and in unfamiliar places. Thoughts?

@thedriver08

Жыл бұрын

The exp 2 isn't a flashy watch at all, especially the black dial. Think about it this way. We as enthusiasts notice it because we know what it is. And of course the exp 2, especially the 16570 if you ask me, received more and more attention and appreciation over the last couple of years. However, your average Joe on the street generally isn't interested in what you wear on the wrist. That's at least my experience. So, I wouldn't worry about that particular topic too much.

@aaronmercado9874

Жыл бұрын

@@thedriver08 Great point! I am torn between the white and black dials. Everyone has their own valid, appealing opinion on them so it’s hard to decide based on pictures and videos only. I’ll have to find a way to see them in person!

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

I would agree with Luca. The black dial is definitely more under the radar. I think the fact that someone isn't wearing an Apple Watch and it has a metal bracelet is most of what draws attention (if it does at all). Most people don't care what you are wearing. I wore mine through Europe, but I understand some people don't like the risk of that. The white dial is a bit more loud, but I really wanted the white dial. White is definitely more tool - feeling. the black with the polished indices and hands does give it a more luxurious feeling to the wearer. Good luck deciding!

@thedriver08

Жыл бұрын

@@aaronmercado9874 I guess it's really a matter of personal preference. You can't go wrong either way. They're great and iconic watches. But like I said, don't worry or care about how noticeable these pieces are. It's like Harrison mentioned, the only thing people will maybe notice is that you don't wear a smart watch. So just pick the dial variant you feel the bigger connection with, enjoy the watch and use it like a Rolex is supposed to be used 👍 good luck

@aaronmercado9874

Жыл бұрын

@@thedriver08 Great advice thank you!!

For my daily I went for the black dial, wanted to fly under the radar. This is my only watch but at times wish I had the polar. Completely diff look and feel between the two colors.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Could always get the dial swapped. (obviously not just to sell it but on your own) It is a totally different look.

@johncoyle8191

Жыл бұрын

I know I'm in the minority. But I prefer the black version . I own the black 226570 and love it . Underrated watch

Love it. I would mind an Explorer 2 polar

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Haha none of us would!

Does that mean the exp2 has won wrist time over the Pelagos 39?

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Yes definitely. Those two are typically competing day to day

mine is the 2002 16570 and turns out i realize the difference is 2008 model have rolex engraving inside of the dial wall.

That was a better buy than the pro. I had the pro briefly and it felt too toyish to me but I can’t compare because I’ve never held that explorer ii in the flesh

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

I didn't get the toyish vibes from the pro, but I can get where you're coming from. The explorer is like all the other 90's and 00's 40mm Rolex watches. Feels identical, but a bit more subtle.

Love mine. Most versatile Ex II of all. Wear in good health.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! You too!

I sold a sub , OP and as for a sports watch I have a black exp 2 cal 3186 .. the most classic proportion the sub was chunky , the op was 39 lovely curves but the dial and shape leaned towards dress watches . I love dress watches but a true sports watch has it's place .

i have the same feeling...i just learned to swap straps

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I try to do that. It's also part of the jubilee interest

I have the black Explorer2. Loved it when I bought it but once I got my Sub, the redundancy makes me want the Polar. Don’t ever sell it!

Black Bay Pro's are pretty widely available right now

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Good to know! I haven't been shopping them recently

feel this way about my 16600. also try standing up more straight while skiing, ur upper leg will thank you haha

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

hahaha what if I like the burn! will do though

@le_0318

Жыл бұрын

same for me dude my 16600 stays!

You should give this watch to your brother my man. That would be a sweet story.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

One heck of a gift! But that's a nice idea

My favorite rolex is this underdog explorer 2. The other sport watches i felt they are trying too hard to impress.

When a watch was produced and distributed to a store, it is just like the other thousands other pieces from the factory. It only become unique to the owner when it bonded with the owner and forged a relationship. The memories and journey the watch accompanied the owner make it unique and sentimental.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

100%. Couldn't have said it better myself

👍good video,me italian boys realy stories

Sold my 40 polar and regret it soon after!! End up to buy it back again a year later 😅

@HarrisonElmore

8 ай бұрын

I won't be selling mine then!

How many times do you get married? :-) Last time you said you were wearing the Explorer 1 for your wedding. Now Explorer II

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

It’s my brother’s wedding! He wore it after picking it out of my collection. Only once for me

@webbezzy

Жыл бұрын

@@HarrisonElmore Gotcha...

They notice you are wearing something other than an Apple Watch LMAO 100% on point, 9 out 10 guys today are wearing Apple Watches

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Hahaha sad but true!

I was with you until you said you may put this on jubilee!

"you are always yawing for the next thing ..." you will be a great husband! i can tell :)

Yeah you’re exploring a mountain wearing an explorer ii it doesn’t get much better

Looks dated, especially with the bracelet, but its proportions are much better than the Tudor 💯

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

I think that's a very fair point. The whole model style was the same through the 80's so its a fair bit dated

Honestly it would have been a mistake to sell it. Call me a conspiracy theorist but I think Rolex actually changed the GMT hand back to the Gen 1 orange just so it wouldn't clash with the GMT Master 2's hands which IMHO always looked better. The red GMT hand IMHO was already perfect, now it looks uglier like a poorman's version of the GMT Master II.

Don't sell it! I have owned both and 16570, in Polar dial, is classic. especially if he has a 3186 movement.

That watch is a family member at this point. Never sell it.

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Hahaha agreed

Second!

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

Nice!

Don’t do it! Noooooooooooooooo!

First!

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

On it!

Pro Tip: When referring to your honeymoon, don't talk about your watch more than your wife...

blasphemy

@HarrisonElmore

Жыл бұрын

I repent!