Comparison: Rolex Submariner Vs Rolex Explorer II

[@nash9625]

Exp II is my preference. Owned a sub and sold it, no doubt it's a great watch but the contrarian in me got bored with it. I also travel a lot and the Exp has been a great companion. I know this is probably sacrilege but I enjoy my Pelagos more than my sub.

[@AndySTWT]

Interestingly i was discussing with a friend the other day that rolex has become a little boring imo. This is one of the fun and cool watches that rolex still has

[@steelsteez6118]

"I enjoy my pelagos more than my sub." I thought you sold the sub?

[@jcmuscle123]

I have both , gotta go with the explorer , got a gmt function , is a stealthy Rolex that won’t get the flashy reaction of the sub

[@majorpsych17]

I have watched so much watch related content and this is the only video I have ever seen that measures the crystal/dial. Thank you!

[@AndySTWT]

You are so welcome! you should check out Escapement & Watch

[@gregbe2269]

Nice comparison. This is my two watch collection after going through so many. They make the perfect pair.

[@AndySTWT]

Good choice! Thanks for watching !

[@ajc3185]

Waiting for an Polar exp2. I have a sub and gmt. Explorer2 felt way more comfortable on my wrist. I was surprised. Great review dude!

[@AndySTWT]

Thanks for sharing!

[@kylepinner]

My two favorites in the catalogue sweet video dude. Waiting on the sub right now AD says it should be here any day

[@user-ir5jq1yk4w]

They already have it 😂

[@AndySTWT]

Thanks my man! @kylepinner! Hope you get the call sooner than expected cheers! Thanks for watching

[@steelsteez6118]

​​@@user-ir5jq1yk4wunfortunately you are correct 😂. I can't wait until the days that these AD games no longer exist. I think we're somewhat close. Market has been softening like crazy plus the ADs have really turned away a lot of new clients with their games. Hopefully that means good news for the rest of us that have been quietly watching from the sideline..

[@condal32]

Brilliantly helpful video that's made up my mind, thank you STW!

[@AndySTWT]

Glad it was helpful! and very glad to hear this!! thanks for watching!

[@KeepingWatchUK]

Variety is the spice of life. Stunning pairing! 🔥 Got to have them both 😀

[@alexchung80]

Hard call as an owner of both watches. What’s funny is you can wear sub when you dress up but not with polar. Exp II has quite chunk of steel in its bezel and case, so it can be a good match with jeans and T shirts. I normally wear polar for my daily watch and go with sub for weekend.

[@aah57]

did you go with the polar dial?

[@pjchling8088]

How about black explorer 2? Do you think it can be worn when dressed up?

[@jcnole77]

@@pjchling8088 I have the black and I would rather have the black over the polar. It contrast really nice in the sun and you can wear with more stuff. I am now circling back to pick up a polar now though

[@jcnole77]

IDK man. I have some friends who just starting to get into watches and they picked the exp about 50/50. The ones that picked the sub knew a little more about rolex. Its a very common and popular watch that I think many people just feel that is the more sensible choice. If I didnt have a white walker yachtmaster I would want a no date sub, but I really like have the black exp and now want the polar

[@jcnole77]

@@pjchling8088 It can but depend on how much dress up. I think the ceramic will look better in a nice suit but you could def pull it off

[@AngelHernandez-uz8mg]

Love your 36mm Vintage Datejust. Could you tell me what year is that? Beautiful watch!

[@AndySTWT]

Heey thanks man! Its from the 1970s exactly is the reference 1603! Beautiful sigma dial, indicating the gold indicies and hands

[@Giannis020]

I have a 6.75 inch wrist and the explorer 2 is certainly not too big. As long as it doesn't overhang at all you're good. Thanks for showing the measurements.

[@AndySTWT]

Any day man! Thanks for the comment and for watching i appreciate it

[@timemycollection]

6.5 for me and it just about works for me

[@steelsteez6118]

Agree 100 percent.

[@steelsteez6118]

​@@timemycollection ​Ayyye, it's my boy! Love your channel man!

[@timemycollection]

@@steelsteez6118Yes Steels 🙌🏾 I’ve probably watched every Explorer ii vid on TH-cam and commented 😅
All the best 🙌🏾

[@ScottGasaway]

I've got the Sub and waiting on my AD to come through with the Exp II. Those 2 should keep me happy for a long time.

[@AndySTWT]

Good choice! They are both incredible

[@KeepingWatchUK]

Same. Hope you get yours soon 🙏🏻

[@rickatkins55]

@@KeepingWatchUK I have them both as well. The white of the Exp II. just pop's to me. There is not flying under the radar for either of them. just saying!

[@joerghomberger9194]

very nice and interesting video! Thank you. Both looks very good on you!

[@AndySTWT]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrHav1k]

I can definitely see an Explorer II in my future. Great review!

[@AndySTWT]

Good choice! Thanks for watching bro!

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Great video my brother ❤

[@grahamwatts368]

Wonderfully informative content, thank you.

[@RolandKoller90]

Every video I watch about the explorer 2, I’m becoming more decided that it will be my first Rolex. When the time comes of course.

[@AndySTWT]

MAN! it is an incredible watch you wont regret it! love it havent take it out of my wrist! easily my most worn watch 2024 by far !

[@jcnole77]

Its nice. I picked the black one for my first late last year and wear it the most. I also picked up a yacht master rhodium dial aka white walker and its stunning, but I wear my exp way more. I go back and forth between exp and omega seamaster smp wave dial. I really wanted to pick up a no date sub but I think Im going to go with a exp 2 polar now. I'll use the yacht for a more dress up. And dont think people dont notice a explorer. It will get a lot more looks than you think but they are watch people

[@RebirthBeyond]

What are your thoughts on the bracelets? Do you prefer Glidelock over Easy Link?

[@AndySTWT]

I prefer the glidelock BUT! I prefer the length of the explorer. Very comfortable

[@RebirthBeyond]

@@AndySTWT Tradeoffs as usual in this life. Thanks for sharing. Here's to hoping a mini-Glidelock (like on some Oysterflex) will be coming to stainless steel models someday.

[@wangyrn]

I got both. Love both but explorer 2 gets more wrist time.

[@Mil-SpecWatches]

Both are lovely watches! Congrats.

[@AndySTWT]

Thank you very much! They are

[@Potion0809]

I think most people including non watch fans would prefer sub since it looks more luxurious. However, there’d be lots of ppl wanting Exp2 between watch enthusiasts.

[@MrEliwankenobi]

My two favorite Rolex watches right now.

[@johnt2694]

Polar wears well on your wrist. Thanks for the vid.

[@Andrewprez777]

I'm torn between the two. I don't know which one I want first.

[@charlesYoungbae]

Both watches are superb creations in terms of engineering, precision and design however, for someone who has never seen these watches before and was ask to pick which design is better, the submariner would win 7-8 out of 10 times BUT in reality, the problem with the submariner's design is that it's so common to the point that it sickens to my stomach and not to mention how often you'll see it everyday and heavily replicated/cloned this watch is.
Imagine getting a submariner as your first luxury watch, after all the hardwork, all the sacrifices, the long awaited moment and in the end, all you see, to the left to the right, its everywhere.... the feeling just sucks 😩😧🥴

[@shawnholloway2410]

This is a good point. I am right now trying to decide between the Sub and Datejust (black dial, smooth bezel, and jubilee). I think the Sub is everywhere. I used to work at a company where every sales guy (with those erogant attitudes) had one. I still want the Sub but also the datejust. I have the Exp. II and it is great but need a black dial watch.

[@charlesYoungbae]

@@shawnholloway2410 if you’re buying a watch with zero intention of reselling, may i suggest the Panerai Submersible 42mm 😬

[@AndySTWT]

Great point! But i think dont let your surroundings guide your decision. I think you should really think what would you love to wear every single day and youll have your answer. I too had that dilema when i was going to buy a sub, but i thought “what the hell it is what it is and i want it” worst case scenario you sell it and get the datejust with some cash to spare

[@AndySTWT]

Also panerai submersible 42mm.. B E A UTIFUL Watch! Its in my list of watches i would own at some point specially the bianco submersible

[@shawnholloway2410]

@@AndySTWT I am probably moving forward with the datejust first. I spoke to the AD yesterday and if they don’t discontinue the Pepsi, they are going to try and get me one. If that happens I am done with Rolex. I love Panerai but I want a GS Quartz before that. Trying to stick to 12 only (the watch box size). I am making the difficult decision today to part with a watch to make room.

[@impexRQ]

The explorer II absolutely- submariner is getting boring and too common

[@AndySTWT]

exactly!

[@benbroccoli89]

my 16570 39mm is just perfection.

[@AndySTWT]

Had one! Regretfully sold
It! But i really love the 226570 great little improvements on the watch

[@jrwitherite12]

You aren’t measuring your wrist right. It’s way too big on you, lugs are more or less touching your wrist

[@jcnole77]

No way! Looks great on his wrist.

[@paulbrowning5376]

I mean, what else are they supposed to touch? His nuts? A watch is meant to go on your wrist. Obviously the lugs will touch the section of the body part they are going on 😂. Are you sure you're feeling ok?

[@paulbrowning5376]

12:42 Deeeeeeeez nuts?

[@singflorent]

Can get both they are good deal now 😂

[@AndySTWT]

🤣

[@jeanlouisdubillon4212]

Sub all days

[@georgetown8986]

White always looks larger than black. The Explorer II appears larger than the Sub. Stevie Wonder can see that.

[@AndySTWT]

Not always, but also having a black dial and black bezel makes the watch larger

[@MrDucatiti]

Sub ND every day plus twice on Sunday :)

[@steelsteez6118]

You have impeccable taste sir

[@samuandi]

So boring to tell all these numbers for quite a long time instead of comming to the point to tell the important differences. My suggestion is to revise the video. I have cancelled the video and have the urge to tell you, because you have the right will and engagement to let people find a decision about the two watches for smaller hand wrist.

[@AndySTWT]

Thanks for the feedback ill take into consideration for the next video

[@EricBishard]

No comparison, why would anyone compare a GMT to a non GMT. IMHO, this is the biggest problem with a lot of Rolex buyers. They are buying watches like the Explorer II and not fit the GMT. OR other way around. It's absolutely silly. If you don't travel and need a GMT function, why would you buy the Explorer II?
YES most people don't dive with a sub, ok, but a GMT is a useful function in today's world and comparing it to something that is not a GMT is pointless.

[@AndySTWT]

Agree but im intending to use it when the time comes. As the diving experience with the sub. And Im comparing dimensions and why i feel that the exp 2 wears beautifully even though is 42mm. The exp 2 is ultra useful as you said now a days! And im not “just a rolex buyer” i have a lot of watches not just Rolex, I actually didn’t like rolex until recently start to appreciate more the brand… still prefer the golden era of rolex but its silly to keep looking at the past in every watch! Thanks for your comment like this type of discussions! Have a great day my friend! Thanks for watching!

[@timemycollection]

The reason is for Luxury/ choice

[@jcnole77]

bc the exp 2 polar is a sick watch. You dont have to use all the functions. Craziest comment Ive ever read. You gotta come down off the high horse and join the every day people who care about that stuff. I dont use any of the functions and just like nice time pieces.

[@NYCybertruck]

It’s a piece of jewelry. Your phone can provide all the functionality of any watch. We buy watches because they look nice.

[@jcnole77]

Man I’ll buy whatever I want with my money and what I think looks good. Thats like buying a deep sea and don’t dive

[@yarossnydertime6225]

please slow down when you talk, you clearly aren't a native English speaker and at times its hard to understand what you are saying when you try so hard to speak quickly thanks

[@AndySTWT]

Will do thanks for the feedback! I appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

[@The_LaZy_HiKeR]

That's funny, I watched the video in 1.25x. no issues understanding