I still like the look of the older version Expl II better. It's less cluttered than the new maxi dial with the thicker GMT hand. Also, I like the older, thinner bezel font more than the new. Now, if they just scaled the whole older version up to 42mm, that would be perfect in my opinion.
I like the look of the Heritage, however the argument against the bracelet and the hands are good points. The main reason I like the original better are the lug-holes. I just like holes for lugging.