Erebus Watches Twenty-FourvsRolex Explorer

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Erebus Watches Twenty-Four at true scale

Twenty-Four

Rolex Explorer at true scale

Explorer

Diameter

40mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

n/a

Thickness

11.6mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

70h

MSRP

n/a

$14,600

Movement

Miyota 9000

3230

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
11.6mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
n/a
Yellow Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and yellow gold
Caseback
n/a
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Flat
Dial Color
n/a
Black
Indices
n/a
Arabic numerals
Lume
BGW9 Super-LumiNova
Chromalight

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9000
3230
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
n/a
70h
Jewels
0
31
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$14,600
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Erebus Watches Twenty-Four

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches Twenty-Four for its comfortable wearability and appealing color options, with one owner specifically noting the helpfulness of the included strap adjustment tool. The watch offers a novel 24-hour display within a robust field watch design, featuring a 40mm case with 100m water resistance. Some find the dial text too prominent and contrasty, while others debate if its 12-hour movement qualifies it as a true 24-hour watch. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Erebus Twenty-Four a solid offering, particularly for its unique aesthetic and value.

Rolex Explorer

Owners widely praise the Rolex Explorer for its understated design, comfort, and versatility, making it a near-perfect aesthetic for many and a strong contender for a one-watch collection. Reviewers note its clean, minimalist dial and excellent legibility, with one owner reporting impressive accuracy of +1 second per day. The 36mm case is considered by some to be a perfect size, aligning with a trend away from oversized watches, and its bracelet is described as comfortable. However, some find the Rolex Explorer "boring" and less flashy than other Rolex models, and its desirability is debated due to its lack of complications. The newer 36mm variant features an upgraded movement and a more substantial bracelet, though it wears heavier and tapers less than older models. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Explorer highly for its timeless, functional design and wearability, often citing it as an ideal first Rolex.

From video reviewers

The screw-down crown delivers a satisfying, secure feel, and the two-tone gold and steel construction offers a refined aesthetic distinct from the traditional steel Explorer. Quality control inconsistencies and the omission of the Glidelock clasp detract from the overall execution at this price point.