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Old 18 January 2020, 12:51 AM   #31
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definitely yes! would be a great change
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Old 18 January 2020, 12:54 AM   #32
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If it helps have a look at my OP39 thread!

Started off wanting the OP but ended up getting the E1. The thread details why....
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Old 18 January 2020, 01:51 AM   #33
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I would definitely do that trade. However, you do have the prettiest version of the OP39 IMO.
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Old 18 January 2020, 02:22 AM   #34
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What about a smaller OP 36 or 34 of the white dial?
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Old 18 January 2020, 02:42 AM   #35
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I'm not sure I would trade this for a 114270. I personally would trade toward the purchase of a 214270 MK2.

This way you're getting a modern reference and a fully lumed and matte dial.
That was a concern. Go down in size or look to trade for an MK2. I’m leaning towards that after seeing the 114270 this morning
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Old 18 January 2020, 02:49 AM   #36
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Both are classy, I would trade if I like the Explorer and the OP has done its time.
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Old 18 January 2020, 03:13 AM   #37
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That was a concern. Go down in size or look to trade for an MK2. I’m leaning towards that after seeing the 114270 this morning
The size is certainly one thing. The age of the piece means you're getting a much older watch which will likely need to be serviced soon if it has not already. You're also looking at an older movement and hollow bracelet and not a fully lumed dial.
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Old 18 January 2020, 03:48 AM   #38
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I recently picked up a white dial OP39. It's a beautiful watch but I keep getting drawn back to the Explorer. I find myself questioning the 39mm size of the dial- it just seems too big for such monochrome dial. I have the opportunity to trade this OP for a D serial Explorer 114270. Am I crazy?? Thoughts?
I don't know if you're crazy...

However, if you don't like this watch / like the other better...trade away.
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Old 18 January 2020, 03:58 AM   #39
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The Explorer is massively overpriced in my opinion. What exactly is the several thousand dollar premium over an OP going towards? A complication? Nope. Oh wait, it has a precocious metal bezel! Oh nope...
a superior movement? Hmm, nope.
It has a “sports model” clasp! Yup I guess that’s worth it!
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Old 18 January 2020, 04:07 AM   #40
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Get the one you like more if you aren't fond of the OP39 and don't want to add. Pretty much the same watch anyway. But one black and one white imo would be more complimentary and a great pair.
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Old 18 January 2020, 12:25 PM   #41
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Mathematicians call it the fingerprint of god...



And if you closely, you can make out another symbol.
Yes! It's under the Big W.
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Old 18 January 2020, 12:37 PM   #42
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Old 18 January 2020, 02:30 PM   #43
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Old 18 January 2020, 03:37 PM   #44
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Op

That is a super looking OP, I like my
Exp. MK2 but I really think your white dial OP
is very nice.
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Old 18 January 2020, 04:30 PM   #45
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While I like your OP, I’d make the swap. The Explorer is just so versatile...
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Old 18 January 2020, 04:33 PM   #46
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I like your white dial OP...it's a sharp looking watch. Truthfully it looks like a Polar Explorer:)

Would suggest you get an Explorer to add to your collection vs trading for it.
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Old 19 January 2020, 12:07 AM   #47
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Just do what I did.

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Old 19 January 2020, 12:22 AM   #48
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I had the Explorer first and I love it but the black OP is just beautiful and the simplicity of the dial is what did it for me. Now I have both.




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Old 19 January 2020, 12:36 AM   #49
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Mathematicians call it the fingerprint of god...



And if you closely, you can make out another symbol.


Freemasons!!! Illuminati?

"If you only knew the magnificence of the 3, 6 and 9, then you would have a key to the universe."

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Old 19 January 2020, 01:00 AM   #50
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The Explorer is massively overpriced in my opinion. What exactly is the several thousand dollar premium over an OP going towards? A complication? Nope. Oh wait, it has a precocious metal bezel! Oh nope...
a superior movement? Hmm, nope.
It has a “sports model” clasp! Yup I guess that’s worth it!
What are you talking about several thousand dollar price difference? It’s $800 roughly USD. I know you guys in Canada have been getting cheap Rolex for years now with the weak currency translations and low MSRPs. It’s $800 or so more for a safety lock clasp which is required for exploring imo and improved lume function. Pretty reasonable in the watch world imo
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Old 19 January 2020, 01:02 AM   #51
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I had the Explorer first and I love it but the black OP is just beautiful and the simplicity of the dial is what did it for me. Now I have both.




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My fave explorer with the WG numerals
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Old 19 January 2020, 01:03 AM   #52
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i like the 5-digit Explorers w/ the red GMT hand. How do you feel about them?
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Old 19 January 2020, 01:03 AM   #53
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Both are great and super versatile. Essentially they are the same watch with very minor differences. The original Explorer is a derivative of the OP. Hard choice, both watches are great. I have Explorer 39mk2 and I was thinking to get the 39 OP white dial but decided against it, but who knows, maybe someday...
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Old 19 January 2020, 01:26 AM   #54
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i like the 5-digit Explorers w/ the red GMT hand. How do you feel about them?
Amazing.
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Old 19 January 2020, 02:13 AM   #55
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What about a smaller OP 36 or 34 of the white dial?
I think this is fair advice, as the 116000 OP 36mm is available with a “3-6-9” dial similar to the 14270/114270, but only in blue. The white dial 116000 is sharp, but unfortunately has doubled up baton indices at 3-6-9.

FWIW, the 114300 and 214270 share the same case.
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Old 19 January 2020, 04:59 AM   #56
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[QUOTE=904VT;10300764]What are you talking about several thousand dollar price difference? It’s $800 roughly USD. I know you guys in Canada have been getting cheap Rolex for years now with the weak currency translations and low MSRPs. It’s $800 or so more for a safety lock clasp which is required for exploring imo and improved lume function. Pretty reasonable in the watch world imo[/QUOT

Here it’s 1200 difference so yeah I was a little off. I sincerely apologize sir.
I’ll take weak currency over all your country’s issues.
Anyways too many rude ppl here. Rolex forum is the absolute worst environment.
I will not be back, ban me please mods.
Oh and I forgot fuck you
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Old 19 January 2020, 06:30 AM   #57
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Do it! You'll love wearing the Explorer.
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Old 19 January 2020, 06:47 AM   #58
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What are you talking about several thousand dollar price difference? It’s $800 roughly USD. I know you guys in Canada have been getting cheap Rolex for years now with the weak currency translations and low MSRPs. It’s $800 or so more for a safety lock clasp which is required for exploring imo and improved lume function. Pretty reasonable in the watch world imo[/QUOT



Here it’s 1200 difference so yeah I was a little off. I sincerely apologize sir.

I’ll take weak currency over all your country’s issues.

Anyways too many rude ppl here. Rolex forum is the absolute worst environment.

I will not be back, ban me please mods.

Oh and I forgot fuck you
He did apologize though...

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Old 19 January 2020, 06:57 AM   #59
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[QUOTE=CNDguy;10301396]
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What are you talking about several thousand dollar price difference? It’s $800 roughly USD. I know you guys in Canada have been getting cheap Rolex for years now with the weak currency translations and low MSRPs. It’s $800 or so more for a safety lock clasp which is required for exploring imo and improved lume function. Pretty reasonable in the watch world imo[/QUOT



Here it’s 1200 difference so yeah I was a little off. I sincerely apologize sir.

I’ll take weak currency over all your country’s issues.

Anyways too many rude ppl here. Rolex forum is the absolute worst environment.

I will not be back, ban me please mods.

Oh and I forgot fuck you


what was it that upset this guy so much?


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Old 19 January 2020, 07:00 AM   #60
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get what you like, but personally i think the OP is a nice piece, simple yet classic
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