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Old 2 August 2012, 07:37 AM   #59
capote
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Join Date: Oct 2010
Real Name: Daniel
Location: Sweden
Watch: 16570
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Originally Posted by Psmith View Post
I see the 216570 as being more functional than the 16570. The dial & hands are easier to read, the lume is much better, and the clasp is more readily adjustable.
I will give you a more adjustable clasp but I think the fat hands on the new one is overkill. Looks like a tool watch for senior citizens.

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Originally Posted by jcd View Post
Sorry if this is a silly question, but the 216570 replaced the 16570, correct? I only ask because my local AD had them on display next to each other. Seemed odd to me to display the old and new style together like that. I'm glad they did though, it was an interesting to compare side by side like that. It's amazing what a difference only 2mm makes.
Yes, that is correct. The 16570 is no longer in production.
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