Some people pursue every detail, complex functions, beautiful colors, etc. of a watch, but some people just want a good watch that can be worn for adventures or conferences. This watch is easy to read, durable, waterproof and comfortable to wear. The Rolex Explorer is a typical representative.
I call this Rolex Explorer-like watch "Explorer" watch. Within the affordable range of most people, these five models I think are the most classic "explorer" watches on the market. Everyone’s ranking may be different. You can check it out to see how many other watch friends are the same as you or different.
PS: We will not rank here, so we will leave it to everyone, so the order is from low to high
Seiko Alpinist mountaineer series SPB117 watch
Seiko's Alpinist mountaineer series has been popular all over the world since its release in 2006. The upgraded Prospex series Alpinist mountaineer watch at the end of 2019 is more popular. The most popular one is the green disk model SPB121, but in order to be more unified, we still chose the black disk SPB117.
watch adopts a versatile 39.5mm stainless steel case, which is sturdy and durable. The matte black dial is a contrasting three-dimensional triangle hour marker, which is clear and easy to read. The hour marker and hands are coated with LumiBrite luminous, making it more practical. The 6 o'clock "20BAR" uses a red font, and this detail allows you to know that the watch is 200 meters waterproof.
watch is equipped with an anti-glare coating sapphire crystal watch mirror, a date magnifying glass at 3 o'clock, and is equipped with a Seiko 6R35 automatic winding movement. The 70-hour power storage is quite practical. The watch is paired with a stainless steel bracelet, masculine and elegant, and the price is around 5,000 yuan.
Longines pioneer series black disk large three-needle steel belt watch
Longines pioneer series, which is inspired by the vast and vast aviation world, is born with adventure genes. After all, humans have longed to conquer the sky since ancient times. This black-dish large three-pin steel belt style is very classic. The polished brushed steel case is paired with a matte black dial, paired with contrasting Arabic numerals luminous hour markers and pencil hands, and the end of the second hand is embellished with red to achieve the ultimate in readability.
o'clock calendar window with black background and white characters blended with the dial without losing its clarity. The large crown is convenient for operation and adjustment, and also demonstrates the tough guy style. The five stars on the dial are symbols of the highest quality of Longines.
watches are available in two sizes: 40mm and 42mm. They are equipped with sapphire mirrors with multiple anti-reflective coatings on both sides. They are equipped with Longines L888.4 automatic winding movement and have a power storage of 72 hours. The watch is waterproof 100 meters and is matched with a steel bracelet. Among them, the 40mm version is priced at RMB 17,300; the 42mm version is priced at RMB 18,200.
Tudor Ranger watch 39
In the field of antique watches, Tudor RANGER itself is known as an "explorer", and the new Tudor Ranger watch that basically continues the prototype design can also be said to be the "explorer" of Tudor. The watch uses a 39mm stainless steel case and is paired with a matte black "Ranker's Dial".
Classic elements of this dial include the black dial at 3/6/9 and 12 o'clock with extra-large Arabic numerals, as well as arrow-shaped hands. The hour markers and hands are made of beige fluorescent materials, highlighting the retro temperament of the watch. The simple design of the dial is clear at a glance and has extremely easy readability. The second hand is painted red at the end, which further reflects the watch's pursuit of functionality.
watch is equipped with Tudor's self-made MT5402 automatic winding movement, COSC certified, and power storage for 70 hours. The watch is waterproof 100 meters and is matched with a steel bracelet or fabric strap and composite strap. Among them, the public price of steel belt model is RMB 22,900; the public price of non-steel belt model is RMB 20,500.
Omega Seahorse Series Iron Ba Watch Black Disk Steel Band Model
To this day I still think that Iron Ba is one of the best tool tables for Omega . It is based on the Iron Bald model launched by Omega in 1957, and almost eliminates all fancy designs. The 40mm stainless steel case is brushed without polishing, and the matte black dial that echoes the brushed pattern, complementing each other.
The dial is steel instead of the brass dial of ordinary watches, and it also withdraws the watch's pursuit of functionality. The retro-style inline hour scale is covered with Super-LumiNova luminous coating, track-style minute circles, Omega precision crosshair symbols, and lollipop-shaped central second hand, reminiscent of the old train station wall clocks, and the Omega Ironba watch was originally designed for railway workers or professionals working near magnetic fields.
watch is equipped with the Omega 8806 coaxial Master Cyclotron movement, which can withstand strong magnetic fields up to 15,000 Gauss and provides 55 hours of power storage. The watch is waterproof 150 meters and is matched with a stainless steel bracelet or a nylon strap. The steel strap model is priced at RMB 41,800 and the nylon strap model is priced at RMB 39,200.
Rolex Explorer 124270 watch
In theory, the Rolex Explorer watch can be the finale of the "explorer" type watch on the market, but given the controversy of the new generation of explorers' 36mm size, the result may not be so sure.
24270 uses a 36mm Oyster steel case and is paired with a black matte dial. The dial still adopts an iconic design, large 3/6/9 Arabic numerals hour markers and inverted triangle hour markers at 12 o'clock, Mercedes-Benz hand, no calendar.
watch is equipped with Rolex self-made 3230 automatic movement , top observatory certified , and power storage is 70 hours. The watch is waterproof 100 meters and is matched with an Oyster steel strap. The watch is priced at RMB 55,700.
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