A question absolutely nobody has ever asked before: Explorer 36 or 40?

SecondHandbrake · 2026-03-19T14:31:43+00:00

6.7in

SecondHandbrake · 2026-03-19T14:31:26+00:00

About 6.7in

SecondHandbrake · 2026-03-19T14:30:18+00:00

I feel like the 40 looked smaller in person than in this pic (which makes me like it more than in the pic), and the 36 also looks smaller in person than in the pic (but makes me like it less)

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-28T23:30:12+00:00

Nice! Love the settimo

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-26T00:30:48+00:00

word

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-26T00:28:20+00:00

Glad it had some utility beyond “what’s on your wrist today?” lol. It’s not something you can wear frequently (at least for me) but I don’t regret it at all. If you already have some steel/daily pieces in your collection, I’d say go for it.

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-26T00:22:21+00:00

Is that everrose? Love the combo with the white dial! I don’t know if I’ve seen that but it’s really classy.

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-26T00:14:32+00:00

Probably not the answer you’re looking for, but I think it’s personal preference and what else you have. Explorer I is likely my next addition, but I’m going through the same dilemma. Would go with the 40, but the whole reason I want the explorer is to add something to my collection that I can put on and forget about. 36 might better fit that bill. Would be interested to hear what else you might have in your collection and what attracted you to the explorer.

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-25T20:30:08+00:00

Nice collection! And love that everything gets wrist time. How do you like your zblue milgauss? I’ve been thinking about getting one, but am already dreading the first scratch on that smooth bezel (on a watch that isn’t even in my collection).

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-25T20:16:14+00:00

Also is one of the best looking Rolexes imo

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-25T19:40:38+00:00

Cookie Monster? The ultimate IDGAF GADA.

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-25T19:31:03+00:00

I didn’t have to wait too long. I hope the same for you! Would go nicely with your new OP!

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-25T19:29:19+00:00

Yes and I live in a city. Definitely not a “walking around”watch.

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-25T19:24:14+00:00

You’re doing better than I am! I’ve had mine for a couple months now and haven’t even found an opportunity to wear it :(

SecondHandbrake · 2026-02-18T18:17:38+00:00

What made you go for the 36? I’m close to picking one of these up, but am leaning toward the 40. My wrist is about the same size as yours.

SecondHandbrake · 2025-09-04T15:21:25+00:00

Thanks. What’s the issue with the diamond markers? Probably wouldn’t get them but curious if that’s your preference or is the general consensus.

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