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Oh, and bracelets all the way. However, I can recommend the Everest rubber straps that use the Rolex clasp though. Have a black one for my Sub, and looking for an orange to fit on my Explorer II (out of stock in my size though). Superb quality and as close to an Oysterflex as you’re likely to get.

Thanks for sharing. That’s very similar to me ha! The GS is likely the first to go for sure, I’ve accepted that. The GS does give me a GMT option which i feel more comfortable wearing in places I wouldn’t with my Explorers. That’s what’s special about it. The lightweight feel is also great. Stainless steel but quarter!

I told off regularly 🙌🏾😂 It’s been on these straps for a long time. I will try the bracelet soon. I actually don’t remember the feel!

Thank you 🙏🏾 I love straps as well 🙌🏾. I need to see/try out rubber b. Do have more than one for other watches?

Haha! Some parts are rough, loud and old school. But most if the tube is peaceful 🙌🏾

I will keep my Explorer 36 on bracelet for a bit. The E2 i’m not sure 🤔 😂

Thank you 🙏🏾 I had a sbga 413 before but when i was dressing up, i was wearing the Explorer so i got rid of it. Explorer feels dressy enough to me I love using straps as you can see. Nato, fkm rubber on rotation between them all 🙌🏾

I change between grey and khaki strap. I want a dark grey strap. I haven’t really worn natos on the E2

Thank you for that. The ceramic flashy side of it is the problem. The current Explorers are less noticeable and that’s how i like it. You’re right about the GMT Master II

I know it seems silly to have many of the same type of watch. I’m thinking anytime i wear one of my watches i get what i want from it. Not missing one thing from another watch. Divers, ceramic bezels i find a bit flashy now. Flashy as in noticeable in public. But ironically i’m on the list for the Submariner green 🤦🏾‍♂️

@@timemycollection if you find ceramic bezels flashy why are you after the new black/grey GMT?

@@Anonymouslyme1​​⁠i want it because i like the look of it. But i have a doubt of how flashy it can be. Because the master 2 definitely has a high value alert to others if they notice it. Which is the problem when wearing it…

There was less risk than the Explorer or no risk. I’d happily be after it without doubts. You understand what I mean now?

@@timemycollection it’s a shame it’s not safe to wear what we like these days. I’m based in Cardiff you literally can wear any Rolex safely here in the day but at night it’s a bit riskier but generally still safe. I visit London several times a year for business and pleasure and don’t wear a watch at all now. Shame, I’ve lived in London twice the city has gone to the dogs.

Thanks for the comment. Which Explorer? I had a seamaster 1957 trilogy but then thought 100m is enough and didn’t need a diver or a beach watch. The GS is definitely the first to go if changes are made 🙌🏾

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@@timemycollection would keep the explorer II polar (prefer it on its bracelet though!) and swap out the GS (dont need another GMT) and Explorer 1

@@nickbrooker1411cheers - The GS 😢definitely is close to the end.

Gracias

Bien hecho!

Nice. Wear in good health!

Wow. I hope you enjoy!

If it works for you.

Especially on the Explorer II with the weight 🙌🏾

Yes, this is why the Grand Seiko is a hit for me. I can wear it in potentially areas you can’t wear anything more recognisable. Plus the date and bonus gmt! With two GMT’s, my current thought process is when i’m wearing a watch, i have all i need. So if i had three GMT’s they would all be different but i still have the date. Gmt function is just a bonus, but what that means is, i could take one watch with me wherever i go. I use to want a diver with 300m wr and realised these 100m watches are more than capable to be on the beach with me of scuba diving diving to 15 meters where i’m allowed ha!

You couldn’t of said this better. Thank you. The GS will be the first to go if anything is to change with my wishes.

Carapaz. A swiss brand. They make a lot of awesome stuff. Check them out!

Thank you so much! I do appreciate it, just hoping to make it more practical for me on how i use them.

Hi there, thank you. The black bay pro does look great, but the case height is a bit chunky, thicker than my preference. The watch looks good on a nato as well! The new black bay pro gmt, i’m also not really a fan of as the gmt hand is the sane colour as the hands and it doesn’t really do it for me.

@@timemycollection good points. I thought to bring it up in case you didn't know about it.

Thank you for sharing 🙌🏾

I’ve never had a chronograph. I wouldn’t know where to start. GS is the easy choice to go first lol. Upon reflection, it could just be the Explorers. But as you mentioned this 3 is good. And i know it, but i fancy the gmt master!

I see what you’re saying. The Explorer is timelessly timeless kind of thing. The date is on devices for sure. And of course i could check or ask someone. But a personal trait for me, is to forget the date often daily lol. I’ve set up widgets on my phone in a large box and still don’t register the date once or twice in a day. I could ask myself what date it is at 11pm of the same day after asking myself all day 🤦🏾‍♂️ . So the date on a glance is very handy for me. I’m a very practical person and mostly on the move so my phone isn’t always my go to. The explorer II is like an ultimate apple watch / garmin minus the features to me. However the lug to lug is the only reason the Explorer II could definitely go if the thought was there.

What i’ve learned is most models are very noticeable. The explorer , both of them are not noticeable from across the road. But the date function is a big thing for me. The only way the Explorer stays for sure, if they both do. Because they compliment each other.

I love your hydronaut. I loved the white one as well! The polar dial definitely pops against my skin tone. Cheers

Never seen them until you mentioned it. They sound great, look great. I need to try one on. Cheers 🙌🏾

That’s how i see the Explorer. If i had anything too dressy it’ll probably out do my outfit. I have less suits than watches 😂

That’s the same advice for property haha

Sell all three for one Daytona 🤨

I think that’s a great statement of enjoying the Explorer with time. I think so. The GS is a easy target to go. And realistically it would be first to go if…

Selling GS would mean more cash outlay for the GMT due to the market value of GS. IMO, release the GS and Explorer II for the GMT to generate more cash for the GMT. Keep the Explorer 36 and get the GMT and add one DJ fluted jubilee 41 in the future and you are complete.

@@avedahornmakes sense. I need to try on or see a gmt in the flesh to see if it’s really flashy with the ceramic bezel.

@@timemycollection it shouldnt since its black/grey. The flashy part would only happen if its the jubilee variant!

@@avedahornThat’s the variant that looks the best imo ha! The oyster has polished centre links i think. So realistically it might be a no go. My friend has a rose gold gmt master two tone and it’s surprisingly no flashy and highly noticeable. The gold is dull, not really shiny.

I like how theres 3 brands in that 3 watch group. I had the sbga 413 , the dial was bright but dress watch qualities. I didn’t wear it enough. Plus when the Explorer landed. It made it obsolete. The GS is the easy choice to go first. And if i could get money near the price bought i would let it go. But for now, it’s used the any occasion daily. I love the Tudor, Rolex & GS combo suggestion. Before i had GS, Omega & Rolex. Spring Shunbun Grand Seiko, Omega Seamaster 1957 trilogy and the Explorer.

Explorer II IS KILLER! Its seriously taking over

Manual wind smiths, an original 🙌🏾 Must be outstanding! The Smiths to an Modern Explorer is great. The 124270 speaks for itself in many ways and I don’t think it would disappoint you. I’ve had many rodeo’s with my Explorer and lately it’s on the bracelet and i’m loving it! One of the modern watches which is not flash but true to heritage, size and purpose. You’re going to love it. I recommend to wear your smiths to the AD and let them know your story and why you want the Explorer. Unfortunately in AD’s they have profiles for watch allocation and genuine watch stories are more powerful than people just wanting a watch for a future or current milestone.

@timemycollection thank you so much for your reply! Very kind No it's a modern Smiths, made by Timefactors, but still a great watch. I'm going to try the watch in an hour. Can't wait... the AD are a very old shop in Edinburgh who have been around for something like 160 years! The person I have been dealing this for 3 years was good enough to get me an oyster perpetual 36mm last year, but I didn't hold on to that watch, and was honest about it with him .... so now I'm back again, this time hoping to get an Explorer over the next few years. They are great looking watches, but I've not tried one on before...I do look forward to it

@@Valera_Scotlandlet me know how it goes 🙌🏾

@timemycollection I was surprised to find that I preferred another rolex!!! Op36 in silver... that was unexpected....I prefer the bracelet and the dial was very interesting. The shimmer of silver, yellow gold... that combination was stunning

I can’t remember, but they have sent so many things is the reason why. It’s such a nice touch and feeling. Grand Seiko are really trying to connect with their customers. 🙌🏾 Do you already have a GS or are you looking to get one?

Yes I agree, I don’t think the size has to be super large to flex or be noticed. History and dials can be the trigger. And thank you for the kind words, i’m trying to put the content out there. But it’s difficult to tall about new watches as I don’t have them haha. So I’m enjoying talking about shared moments on watch enthusiasts ect. I really love the people and channel. Even now, i’m not getting ready for work, imm replying 😂 Have a good day 🙌🏾

I never knew people but watches that fit their built and not only their wrist. Fitting the build has come up a lot. I have a Garmin that is 47mm and it fits me and build well, maybe because the lug to lug is smaller than 50mm. Comfortability is a must for me as well.

That’s the best way 🙌🏾 Seiko 5kx 😅 I love the green one A LOT

I love the vintage smaller ones. Especially the pre-ceramic models for the same reasons, smaller and less bold. That’s why when they released the Explorer as 36mm, modern engine with an vintage size. It was a must for me. The Explorer II suckered me from out the blue.

Seriously, I was under the radar as well but the Explorer II got me! I think smaller watchers could have a fluted bezel or something that could create the presence.

All of them are heavy hitters 🙌🏾 , do you wear them on the bracelet as well? That would make them really pack a punch on the wrist.

@@timemycollection yes, on original bracelets, the Navitimer is on a leather band. The Omega 300 you had before I bought, and it’s my “nato monster” lol, I rotate between the original Bond nato and the no time to die Nato.

@@frankv7068the 300 57 is a nato monster, no doubt about it. Even yellow worked on that! What a watch!

That is a blinder 👌🏾

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Audio was perfect for this 🙌🏾

Beast of a watch! Never thought i’ll like a watch like this this much!

@@timemycollection had it in black time ago was the 40mm , was beautiful

Cheers Mark 🙌🏾