My younger self would say the same thing my current self has been saying for awhile now..."You should have just bought a Pre Ceramic Submariner and been a One Watch Guy..." Would have saved myself A LOT of money, time, and obsessing.

Tried the modern 42mm version on several times over the years... As much as I want to like it, it's just too big for my wrist. Wears much bigger than my other 42mm watches.

40mm version is the sweet spot for the EXP II.

Explorer 2 would be my choice... 40 mm Black Dial.

I would chose a Gold Submariner with Black Dial:

Board Room Statement + Bullet Proof / Target for being Robbed = Perfect

Nice. Definitely need to add a Panerai to my collection.