14060 or 214270- your thoughts?

[Paulsky]

Originally Posted by Finslayer83

Heads:



Explorer has a superior bracelet:

These pictures actually show what I meant about the 39mm Explorer wearing larger than 39mm. It looks considerably bigger than the 40mm Sub due to the huge numerals and the wide bezel.

[Finslayer83]

Originally Posted by csaltphoto

I like it. Makes the hands pop a bit without going to a maxi dial look. I guess you would have to go with hands from the LV if you wanted to keep the same tint. But I am guessing those are more pricey.

Got 16610LV hands on this one

[mountainjogger]

Originally Posted by Fabrice M

I ave a few 5 and six digits. Although my daily watch is usually my 16610, I got to say the six digits have a few advantages: They are better built, they have much better luminova, better dial-— maxi dials,better bracelet, clasp... just overall better quality. I wear a six digits when I travel. Their downsides is they are heavier and feel a little flashy because they are so polished... they also lack the history. Now if I could only have one watch, I would go for a modern Rolex. The explorer is a great watch.

Agree!

[Ssunnylee24]

214270

[csaltphoto]

Originally Posted by Finslayer83

Got 16610LV hands on this one

I really like that. Might have to look into sourcing those hands.

[IR201]

I've got both and would pick the 10460 but I've got both for a reason

[humphriespaul]

Thanks again all- just got a call from AD that they have an Explorer for me....a 2 week wait with no prior history!

[jsausley]

214270 for me. I love the 14060 aesthetically and I'd love to have one, but the modern 6 digit Rolex is just a much better watch.

[Finslayer83]

Originally Posted by csaltphoto

I really like that. Might have to look into sourcing those hands.

It really really makes a difference for readability, notably in low light.

Check the FS section Viper should have a set up.

[rcclarkie]

This thread is a perfect example of how supportive and collaborative this community can be, a promising reminder that TRF has not simply regressed into a platform for AD complaints.

Super helpful for my decision making too as these are the exact two models I’m deliberating between. Thanks to Finslayer for the pics.


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[Nikrnic]

I'm a big Sub fan owning several incl. a SubC and 14060m. I've never owned a 214270 but if your talking of a one watch only a new Explorer makes a lot of sense.

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[importstunna]

Depends on your current collection for me. I have a pre-ceramic Sub Date and a 214270, and I would give the 214270 a slight edge. It's close to the perfect watch for me. It's much better built overall and SO CLASSY. Sub is iconic, but Explorer is a true WIS watch IMO.

It'll also be great to have your name on a brand new piece vs. risking on an older piece. That said, you can't go wrong either way, though. Good luck!

[humphriespaul]

Originally Posted by rcclarkie

This thread is a perfect example of how supportive and collaborative this community can be, a promising reminder that TRF has not simply regressed into a platform for AD complaints.

Super helpful for my decision making too as these are the exact two models I’m deliberating between. Thanks to Finslayer for the pics.


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Absolutely agree- it’s a real pleasure to be here. Good luck with your choice too!

[Anthony808]

I have a 14060M and a 214270. They both wear about the same size in my opinion. The 14060M was my first Rolex and one that I will always keep. With that said, I probably wear the Explorer a little bit more. It keeps slightly better time and the bracelet is better. Both have a classic and handsome look.

[Finslayer83]

Originally Posted by rcclarkie

This thread is a perfect example of how supportive and collaborative this community can be, a promising reminder that TRF has not simply regressed into a platform for AD complaints.

Super helpful for my decision making too as these are the exact two models I’m deliberating between. Thanks to Finslayer for the pics.


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Anytime - it was folks posting threads like this that helped me in my "hunt" if you need any more pics let me know. Don't have the 14060M anymore but the 16610 can be used as a substitute for pics.

[humphriespaul]

So here we are. 2 week wait only, fresh from AD!

https://flic.kr/p/2hL4LMj

Hmm - don’t seem to be able to get the pic to post?!

[Finslayer83]

Originally Posted by humphriespaul

So here we are. 2 week wait only, fresh from AD!

https://flic.kr/p/2hL4LMj

Hmm - don’t seem to be able to get the pic to post?!

Sharp! Congrats!

Welcome to the Explorer club!

[rcclarkie]

Originally Posted by humphriespaul

So here we are. 2 week wait only, fresh from AD!

https://flic.kr/p/2hL4LMj

Hmm - don’t seem to be able to get the pic to post?!

Congrats!


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[benbradstock]

Congrats! If you don’t mind messaging the seller information to me for the 14060, that’s what I’m looking for at the moment. Cheers.


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[thomasharrington]

Hey, can the bracelet be swapped for these two models?

Thanks