I bought one of these last week. So far it's working out amazingly. Thanks for the video!

My only wish is that we could get more videos from you because you present so well; images, knowledge, experience and tone. All good. Thanks.

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mark, I would love to give you that. As soon as KZread can match the salary of my corporate job I'll get right on that =)

Good video on a classic watch. Had to let mine go couple of years ago , miss it greatly , and this video didn't help! Hope one day to pick it up again.

I bought a Rolex Explorer II Polar Dial 16570 in 1992 after seeing it in ads in National Geographic Magazine. The watch was stunning! A very cool understated sports watch. Saved up and bought it. I have never been aware of watch aficionados not liking it since I have none in my circle of friends. My watch has been around the world a number of times and dived in most oceans (not deep), on race tracks, everywhere. No problems at all. The watch is great and I don't care if nerds don't like it. I like it, and that is why I bought it! I will keep it forever. It is a beautiful watch.

Hi J. Great video. I was just wondering how you have your bracelet configured. I have the same one on my gmt and have 5 on the six side and 7 on the 12 side. It seems to center the fold over clasp better. Thanks phil.

Excellent Reviews, I love the vlogs. I'm just getting into watch collecting and I love my SARB035 and Hamilton Khaki. What is your opinion on some of the automatic/mechanical watches that are on Kickstarter? Do you think they are worth the risk since they are unknown names and if so what are things to look out for when researching them?

I think you are easily one of the best youtubers in the watch game. I love your channel.

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jett, I really appreciate that. I'm glad you find my videos helpful.

Another great review JA! I am in the market for the 216570 @ 42mm with the polar dial which landed me to this review! Thank you again!

Great video after watching this I just purchased a 2009 Rolex explorer 2 with the white dial. You have a lot of knowledge in what you're talking about thank you and I'm very please with my purchase hopefully it does go up in value later on in the future I pay $5000 for mine's

Hi J great review as per. Would you pay more for the SEL version with luminova? Exact same version as yours in the video is going for £3,800 at a local jewellers so is it a good price?

Great video. I got the black dial model recently and to be honest, I got this because it currently offers great value. Love the watch. Currently my favorite.

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Also, I have no idea how I've missed the fact that you have a channel this long. Just subscribed, I'm way overdue!

@emkwanvlogs

7 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha thanks! Actually most of the detailed watch related videos are on my other channel kzread.info

I got my first Seiko SARB033 recently thanks to your positive reviews on Seiko watches. And I love it so far and I wonder what a Rolex watch would look and feel like as a $300 Seiko shows a high level of quality and craftsmanship. Explorer II seems perfect for someone who is looking for his first Rolex sport watch. And the white dial is beautiful! Thank you for the great vid!

Im late to the party! Just bought what looks to be the exact same one. Two questions? Are the lugs slightly beveled next to the holes (mine are) and are the hands every so slightly darker? Trying to see if mine was refinished. Cool channel

Affordable homage would be a Seiko SUN025. Kinetic quartz movement so not as cool as an automatic but won't need a battery. Very attractive looking, machined clasp, solid end links, sapphire crystal on the face, and screw down crown as well. They are kind of scarily close but I fell in love with it without realizing it was an homage.

After owning many Rolex watches over the years I'm back collecting again. I bought a simple 6694 Precision about a year ago and have just bought a 1998 black face 16570 Explorer 11, I'm sure they are the next sports watch to take off, all the signs are there!

I think this video still rings true in late 2018. Lots of value in this watch especially when you compare it to GMTs right now.

I’m actually in the market for a Explorer 2 Black dial 16570, but having a hard time trusting online Pre-owned websites. Any recommendations on sites?

You called it even before sport models went overvalued. Great video sir, getting myself a pair today!

Well done review. I think this is the perfect length review for a watch like this. I have seen a few of these making appearances around KZread lately which makes me wonder, as KZread continues to grow along with the watch community within it, will we eventually see the prices of watches fluxuate to go along with some of the more popular reviewed watches on KZread during periods of time? Maybe it is a stretch, but I can see it having an impact in the used watch market. I guess time will tell. I also wanted to thank you again with the advice on the Speedmaster Professional a couple weeks ago. Got my Speedy a few days ago and am glad I went with the Hesalite version. Thanks again! As always, keep up the great work!

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I would be curious to see if someone could measure KZread's impact on the watch market. I'm really glad you are happy with the Speedy. I love those too and as I said I would have gone Hesalite. I hope you grow to love it even more.

Excellent video as always bro! Hope all is well. -Giancarlo

Does the clasp feel secure? Should I buy one with the double clasp?

I have a P-Series Polar Explorer II....I agree it seems undervalued. They were more expensive than GMT II's when they were new. I think they will go up in value since there are not many white dial sports watches, and white dial GMT's in a reasonable size are even more rare.

Excellent review.. very refreshing channel

+1 on the 40mm Exp II. It's a bit dressier (and thus more versatile) than the 42mm due to a more discreet size and subdued layout. That being said, I think the 42mm looks better in black. Oh, and regarding the 24 hour bezel, I set my GMT hand to home time, and I set the hour hand to whatever time zone I happen to be in. Thus by reading the GMT hand against the 24 hour bezel, I can tell if it is AM or PM in home time to avoid calling someone at 3AM!

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

That is a really good tip. I'm the idiot calling my friends in Europe and Asia in the early morning hours as I've been to lazy to check local time.

@odawgbrazy14

Жыл бұрын

@@JANTHONYCHANNEL Hey J do you think this watcj in polar dial is loud? or is it still understated in white

Well done review. One of my favourite Rolexes. Cheers:)

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated my friend!

Great video, awesome watch. Would be very interested to see you make a video comparing this to the Explorer One, and picking a favourite. Not to stir up controversy or anything... :)

An enjoyable review of the Rolex Explorer II. It has taken me some time to get used to the look of this watch. Never cared for the polar model, until now. Your review has given me pause. I could get to like this wristwatch.

Anthony, Where should I buy an omega grey market? please refer me. I watched your authorized dealer grey market video already.

@MrJintensive

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

How often did you send this watch to service?

Cool review sir! love the music intro make me think of Bruce William happy dance!

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dylan, I'm happy to be associated with a happy dance =)

I paid a little more for the Explorer II 42mm Polar. I personally like the maxi dial (larger) hour markers, new very bright long lasting chromolite lume, blueish color vs old green lume, large throw back nod to the broad orange 24 hour hand....and the upgraded clasp and solid bracelet. However, older models are very cool as well and a great piece to own.

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Love the newer version as well. I'd gladly own both haha.

@scottd1342

5 жыл бұрын

It's like a dinner plate on your wrist. Pass.

Thanks for your Extra info about this topics

The great thing with this watch you can add a Oyster 78790A SEL bracelet! I did it to my 1996 T serial ! I have looked back at older case ‘s and it seems they all have the notch to add the bracelet

I forgot to mention J, love your Explorer II. I love my modern version as well.....but you've got a cool as heck watch buddie.

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great review.

Great review as always J

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend as always!

Love my polar. 19 years old strong new at time was 2700. Now is relaxing as the blnr does not leave my wrist. I will never sell it #mypolar. Great Review

Great review of a beautiful watch!!

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks James.

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Lowenski Garcia In short I've purchased 3 watches from them though none in the last few years. A datejust, a president and a submariner. I was happy with the sub and the datejust however the president had an aftermarket 18k Italian bracelet that they didn't disclose to me and that hurt me when I sold it. They have also raised their prices a bit. I don't have any recent experience with them. Hope that helps.

Where did you buy it

Great review ! Love the "old" 40 mm versions, the new ones are too big for my taste.

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Nuno!

@FFF-tm4uh

3 жыл бұрын

Go to the gym

The Explorer II reminds me a lot of the Glycine Airman.

I bought one a few years ago, they gave me the wrong box. Jared is the store by the way in Orlando.

I would love to have both this polar white explorer and the james bond seamaster in my collection :)

there is a gasket in the crown! On a submariner (triplock crown) the 3rd gasket (hence triple-lock) is visible. But on the explorer there are only two gaskets (one on the tube, one on the crown, as opposed to another on the crown threads as well).

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

+Shashike Jaywalking Thank you for explaining that!

what's the intro music?

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Doctor Vox -Frontier

Nice review, considering one!

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

That is how it starts...I was just considering one too for a while and then...well the next thing I know I own one. Dangerous hobby.

Nice watch. May I suggest an Everest Rubber strap for it? The white one looks very fresh. Actually, I would get a black one and a white one. They are pricey at around $250usd but it would really make that watch stylie and you could do a review of it. A nice thorough review - I think you're the first one to actually demo how the GMT works.

@polarroller

7 жыл бұрын

Once you go Rubber B, you will never go back to Everest. However Rubber B are a little more pricier. I've got my Explorer II polar, 42mm on a black Rubber B with a orange pin stripe which really pops with the orange 24 hour hand. My strap uses the Rolex clasp system as well with the micro-adjustments.

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Neil, I love the GMT function so I'm glad people can see how easy it is to use. I'm not sure on what I want to do on strap options yet. Too many options to choose from out there. I'm certainly fine with a nice rubber.

great video

Nice vid!

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you as always!

beautiful watch great for travel but for what it's s supposed to be for it has a great flaw, the Crystal is sticking out of the Basel so it's not protected from being hit and it can be broken. And that is a big deal when inside a cave.

Not going to lie, this watch finally make the 16570 click for me, and I just started a fund to snag one. Thanks!

@almanacaa

7 жыл бұрын

Be sure to get the better movement.

@HH60gPaveHawk

7 жыл бұрын

almanacaa eh, as long as it's not tritium, I don't care. I'd prefer a holes case, so the better movement isn't even really something I'm worried about. The old one is perfectly reliable

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

The older ones have already full depreciated. The nice thing about the newer ones though is the better bracelet. I prefer these but I understand liking the newer ones.

Nice review and watch my friend!

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching as always my friend.

I have same watch how can i sell

Nice pickup J!

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Morgan.

can u suggest a 36mm rolex w great value? i have small wrists.. yeah :(

@DominationRD

7 жыл бұрын

Datejust reference 1601

@youhaveuglytaste

7 жыл бұрын

rahimd05 thank you, regards

@almanacaa

7 жыл бұрын

Explorer1, no brainer.

@toolongforyoutoread6

7 жыл бұрын

The Explorer I used to be 36mm. The newest incarnation is 39mm.

@mjaywalking9731

7 жыл бұрын

datejust 162xx; so either a 16233 or 16234. best value since it has a newer movement and sapphire crystal

How much did you pay for this watch?

The USDCAD exchange rate is killing me here in Canada. On top of the banks transfer fees, generally we are paying around $1.32-1.35 CAD FX rates. Obviously since the majority of eBay ads don't ship from Canada, or sell in Canadian $, it is a lot more expensive, around 33% more expensive to buy watches than it was a few years ago. Hopefully the Canadian dollar strengthens, making my watch hobby more affordable lol. Just imagine having to pay an extra 33% because of a weak dollar, sucks. The day we hit par, that'll be the day.

I love this watch, makes me balance because I also love the sub. great review. cheers

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ana, I would love to see you start making videos on watches!

@anamisidro8453

7 жыл бұрын

I'm afraid that's never gonna happen. so watch fans don't panic....

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

...This makes me sad...

Entry level Rolex sports watch..not sure the prices will "sky rocket" the bracelet lets it down but as you say what other sports styleRolex watch will $4k buy if you must have a Rolex..

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Indeed, I'm not by any stretch trying to say this is the best watch you can buy for the money. You could certainly make that argument for a variety of watches.

It's really cool how you can get them used at half of the original price

Want a better way to remove bracelets on these watches? Check out my tool here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/YoeFspprqZWsgJM.html Send me a message from my eBay auction and if you will do a review I will send you a free tool to check out.

The Archie Watch !

@MBrown-ct5zn

Жыл бұрын

The only watch Archie has now 😪

I found a Rolex Explorer II on eBay and that he wants $5,000 for it its a 2011 model 3186. the seller has no paper and no box for would you recommend me getting it or no

Just revisited this. And this watch is now CRAZY STUPID EXPENSIVE! Full sets are 11k to 14k. It's madness.

I don't really consider the Explorer II a real Explorer, they should have called it something else. You should get the very latest of the Explorer I's, the updated 2016 Explorer with the new longer hands etc. But that watch was made years and years after they used tritium and it doesn't have the required symbol on the dial, there must be another reason it's not glowing?

Noticing that you go for the older rolexes. Is this your preference or is it because they represent better value than the new ones? Great vid, as always 👏

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Older Rolex's after 10/15 years have already fully depreciated and will start to increase in value again whereas new models still have yet to depreciate fully.

@jamesc7720

7 жыл бұрын

J. ANTHONY thanks for your response. So it's an investment decision vs one of preference. Thanks for clarifying.

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Yes in a way. I tend to not keep watches long term as I am always finding new ones I want so I try to minimize my loses. That said, there are some watches I buy new as I plan to keep them forever.

@jamesc7720

7 жыл бұрын

J. ANTHONY it's an interesting topic. I have no intention of selling so the investment side is less important to me. Preference is what drives me. For example a love the pre ceramic GMT master II and I have a plastic no date sub. But I love the ceramic Deepsea so had to have one of those. I was debating having a second GMT but you have convinced me so I think I may go for the new 42mm polar explorer II 😉👍

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

I like having both a GMT Master II and an Explorer II. I like having both a black and white dial and they are just different enough that I can wear them for different reasons. Any watch you buy because you like it is a great watch.

why didnt you go with black dial ?

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

I already have a black dial GMT Master II so I wanted a white dial Rolex to balance it out.

@shafserious2805

7 жыл бұрын

BeautyofScent Or bad taste😂

PHIST

are these water resistant?

@m.g.4569

5 жыл бұрын

Yes 100meters

is that the new seamaster?

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

No, this is a Pierce Brosnan era Bond watch from 1999/2000. Review is on the channel. =)

Anthony, the explorer 2 16570 is no longer affordable it went up at least 3k in value since your 2016 video

How times have changed haha, no such thing as a value one now 2021.

My daily companion

I think the ebeggar is keeping the price down but as soon as he sells his I'm sure prices will rocket LOL. To mean?

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

haha....if I am honest....that is one of the reasons I didn't pick one up earlier... I wish we were closer in time zones my friend to collaborate or hang out on a live session.

J.ANTHONY, Why click your fingers like The Urban Gentry channel? I don't know who copied who but sure is off putting.

The best value Rolex is the one you can get at the biggest discount on the grey market and suffer next to no loss if you were to flip it straight away. Example, Yacht-Master 116622 platinum dial could be had 33% off new gray. It's lost virtually no value.

I like the black much more then the white.

@leahmae125

5 жыл бұрын

im happy...........

A value Rolex seems like an oxymoron. I do agree with you. The sub. at $8500 is the worst value of any watch that I'm aware of.

@bigsykedaddy999

7 жыл бұрын

Yeah but wouldn't twice what you paid at 50% of the value you originally paid the same thing?

@bigsykedaddy999

7 жыл бұрын

***** Oh I got you. That is if anyone would give you that much, they may just adjust for the crash and pay you 50% of what it was worth. I think you're right though, you probably would get double of the reduced dollar.

@apowers7783

7 жыл бұрын

Not if you can flip it for a profit in 10 yrs.

@alexandermills382

6 жыл бұрын

Sir Alfred Powell h

That Explorer II looks fake.

No offense, but your videos are WAY too wordy. You spent 6:25 before you actually showed the watch. Just get to the meat of what you made the video for.

For the life of me, i just can not understand why can`t you buy a better camera and a small microphone. I really like your channel, but the shooting quality is just awful. Autofocus is all over the place, the white balance is on the cold side and the sound is just horrible. Come on man, you can do better!

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

I actually use a Canon Mirrorless DSLR. I suspect it has less to do with the camera and more to do with my technique. What bother's you. The video is HD so is it the lighting, the soft focus etc? Thanks

@UnuAltu.

7 жыл бұрын

Hey J! Thanks for your reply. Yeah, the resolution is decent. Well, first things first. Get a small mike, hidden under your shirt, because the echo`s terrible. Get the white balance right, on the warmer side if you can and i think the problem is with the lighting. Maybe you should use a diffused light source to better control the lighting and you can lock the focus when you are facing the camera, so the autofocus stops messing around. When you`re reviewing it`s ok if the focus gets a little messy, but when you`re standing down and talk, i think it`s better to lock the focus. Just googled around a bit and found a nifty article, if i may. www.videomaker.com/article/f04/17142-create-a-youtube-studio-in-your-room Keep up the good work!

@JANTHONYCHANNEL

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I really appreciate the help. The autofocus is pet peeve of mine as well...it is awful. Regarding audio, I used to put my mic on my shirt but it was picking up my breathing and my heart beat haha. I need to find a better solution.