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Old 23 August 2018, 07:53 PM   #15
fskywalker
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Hi everyone,



First time poster here and would be grateful for your input.



I have decided I would like to trade (+ cash) my IWC Mark XVI for either a 36mm Explorer 114270 or a new blue OP 36 with the Explorer style dial. I am able to get them at a similar price, possibly a couple hundred USD more for the Explorer depending on condition.



I will treat this watch as my GADA and will rarely be off my wrist apart from a few activities where i'll use a beater. (Although would love to be able to swim with it with confidence).



Here are a few Pro's/info of the 2 models and i'm hopeful you could add some good advice.



Oyster Perpetual:



- Great looking sunburst blue dial

- Wears slightly larger than the Explorer and feels more robust on the wrist due to updated case with wider lugs etc.

- Updated solid feeling bracelet

- Lumed 3-6-9

- Parachrome hairspring so slightly more anti-magnetic?

- The 'OG' Explorer?

- 5 year Rolex warranty



Explorer:



- Great dial also

- A Rolex Sports model

- safety lock clasp

- Lumed second hand

- Holds it value better

- Would get a 6 month warranty from my dealer.



I have included a photo so you can check them out on my wrist side by side.



Thanks all!


OP 116000 with explorer hands upgrade!




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