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Debaser
Original Poster
1,170 posts
130 months
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Which of these would you choose, and why? Green Ceramic Sub  or Black face 42mm Explorer II 
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CardShark
2,132 posts
48 months
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I prefer older models of both, though out of the two I'd pick the Sub because of the Glidelock clasp system on the bracelet rather than the watch head itself. I do like the green as well, though other photos show the dial off better.
The case, however, is a tad too heavy handed...
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Ikemi
6,029 posts
74 months
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I'm not keen on the green dial and bezel, so out of the two, I'd have the Explorer. Not too keen on the cyclops on either though 
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alfaman
4,605 posts
103 months
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that ceramic green reminds me of the fake submariners I've seen in Phuket  ..the previous model green was much more appealing.
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clockworks
693 posts
14 months
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I chose the Sub C - here with my home-built LV homage and Sub ND. 
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Stu R
19,500 posts
84 months
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Green Ceramic Sub for me. Why? Because I think they look lovely. 
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Dominic H
2,719 posts
101 months
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I'd have the Ex II, as it is a modern take on the classic 1655/0.  The 42mm case makes the Sub C look small in a world of +44mm Panerai and 45mm Planet Oceans. Try them both and go go for the one that feels right.. D
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Arun_D
1,667 posts
64 months
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Quite partial to a green bezel sub, just wish the option of a black face was still available, as per the old model.
Never really been a fan of the bezel script on the Explorer.
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Miguel Alvarez
3,281 posts
39 months
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I'd go for the Green as I have the 39mm Exp2 already. That aside I'm not really sold on the bigger Exp.
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detee
55 posts
18 months
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I would find a second hand green sub, the size of the case fits the bracelet better (in my opinion) I have had mine since 2006 and its always the one that I return to, a real classic.
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detee
55 posts
18 months
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I would find a second hand green sub, the size of the case fits the bracelet better (in my opinion) I have had mine since 2006 and its always the one that I return to, a real classic.
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Debaser
Original Poster
1,170 posts
130 months
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Thanks for all your replies. I was never keen on the cyclops which is why I got a 16600, but I think more recently I must have got used to seeing them because I'd be quite happy with a cyclops Rolex now.
I was leaning towards the Explorer II as the Sub is more similar to the 16600 I already have. Plus I keep reading rumours of a new Sea Dweller appearing at some point.
Unfortunately I'll have to sell a couple of current watches to fund whichever I go for. I think I'll do as you suggest Dom and try them both on.
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Soft Top
1,297 posts
87 months
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That is a really tough one. My wife's uncle has the Green Sub and I have just bought a 42mm Explorer II but it is a white face.
I always wanted an Explorer II but when I tried it previously, (40mm), I just didn't get on with it, however the 42mm is a very different watch.
I do prefer the white to the black dial but it is personal preference. I think I am going to vote Sub in this case.
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Jem0911
4,180 posts
70 months
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The ceramics "look" faked IMHO
Exp II for me.
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Spice_Weasel
1,301 posts
122 months
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42mm Exp for me though my preference would be the white dial not black.
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Buster73
529 posts
22 months
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Spice_Weasel said: 42mm Exp for me though my preference would be the white dial not black. This for me.
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G7HAM
38 posts
48 months
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Green Ceramic for me, like them so much I bought one!!
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englisharcher
1,499 posts
33 months
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Not really liking the green personally, I think it cheapens the watch
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ooral
132 posts
91 months
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Before I saw the pics I was thinking green sub..... I now think Explorer!
Just think it is more subtle / nicer....
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Lost soul
5,246 posts
51 months
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Sorry can someone explain the Ceramic part of this ??? what part is ceramic ?
like the green Sub
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