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Old 14 February 2016, 12:41 AM   #31
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Old 14 February 2016, 12:43 AM   #32
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I think you answered your own question.


Don't buy it b/c others like it.

This exactly. Go with what you want and not what others like or seems to be popular at the moment. Both are fantastic watches but if you like the Explorer II go for it!


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Old 14 February 2016, 01:11 AM   #33
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I'm not big in the BLNR. To me it's not worth the premium. the ExII is $2-$2.5k less than the BLNR with no added features other than the rotating bezel.

Plus with your Sub in the lineup, the GMT Master is too similar. The ExII brings in some color.
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Old 14 February 2016, 01:11 AM   #34
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Sounds like you want an Explorer II... Only reason I would choose a GMT is because the rotatable bezel makes time changes quick especially when traveling. I never use the regular hands when I'm in lay overs, I use the GMT hands since they are short and temporary stops. But if you have no need for uses like that, then no reason to choose something you like less.


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Old 14 February 2016, 01:15 AM   #35
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Im a big fan of the GMT, what about a Pepsi? 16710... Otherwise an Explorer ll polar but 16570... 40mm. That's my opinion.


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Old 14 February 2016, 01:25 AM   #36
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I decided to go with the BLNR for this reason Perhaps I will grab a 216570 pre-loved another time.
Congrats! You'll love it, and not just due to the discount.
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Old 14 February 2016, 01:41 AM   #37
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Congrats on the BLNR. I would have gone with the ExpII given what you already have, but the heart wants what the heart wants.
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Old 14 February 2016, 02:27 AM   #38
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Like I said in my previous post, I also would have chosen the BLNR. Congrats.
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Old 14 February 2016, 02:53 AM   #39
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I picked up the BLNR last week and love it thats what I would recommend you will love it.
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