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1 December 2017, 05:01 AM | #1 |
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Advice please, Tudor BB36,OP or Explorer39?
Hello, I just lost my diver watch on a party and I need a new one to feel whole again.
I wish to switch style to something more dressy but still young. My options: - Buy Tudor Black Bay 36 now; - Save a few months and afford a Oyster Perpetual - Save 6+ months to buy an Explorer 39mm. Suggestions? |
1 December 2017, 05:04 AM | #2 |
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OP 36mm would be my choice.
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1 December 2017, 05:30 AM | #3 |
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explorer 39
I traded my 10 year old 16610 Sub for an Exp. 1 and enjoy it a lot.
I’d save for the Explorer 214270 mk. 2 / 2016 version |
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First off depends on your wrist size. I loved the BB36, but it was way too small for my wrist. I ended up going with a 39mm Explorer because of its versatility (black, classic look) and the fact that I didn't love the OP color combos as a primary watch.
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Op 36
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Always save and get the one you really want.
One will always stand out. If you settle for one that costs less and is not your first choice, you will regret it. |
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How did you lose your watch at a party?
Anyway, I would probably go OP...I think it fits the bill of what you're looking for. |
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I’d go explorer in this situation
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With the Explorer I might be worried scratching or so.... Explorer is almost 2.5x the price of the BB36 ... decisions... Btw, company Christmas party are wild... too bad |
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1 December 2017, 06:41 AM | #10 |
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The BB36 would be a really nice and much less expensive alternative to the Exp. 39. I tried on the BB41 for fun and was surprised how big it felt on my 7.5” wrist. Exp. 39 is perfect for me and may be for you but is definitely a lot more $$.
I really like the snowflake hands. |
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Explorer, you want a legacy Rolex.
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1 December 2017, 07:18 AM | #12 |
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I've been saving for the new version of the Explorer and so that's my choice. Waiting makes the heart grow fonder.
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OP blue or grape, if you dare.
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1 December 2017, 08:18 AM | #16 |
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I struggled with the decision of the 39mm explorer and the 39mm OP. I wanted it to be casual enough and dressy enough for everyday wear at work. I picked the blue dial 39mm OP and I'm really enjoying it. It feels great on my wrist. I have a 7.25" wrist and it fits and feels great! I'm sure the 39mm explorer would be great too depending on your needs. I am quite certain that I will pick up the 39mm explorer at some point in the future.
I just love the 39mm options for semi dressy/sporty. To me, it felt perfect for my wrist in between the 36mm and 41mm options. |
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The Explorer is such a superb all-arounder. I'd go with that, unless you want color? I'd for sure skip the 36 BB.
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You seem to want the Explorer and a G-shock for your next Christmas party ;)
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Advice please, Tudor BB36,OP or Explorer39?
I’ll second this and add that I’d get the 3-6-9 dial as well. Personally, 39mm is too much dial for my wrist, but if I could handle it, it would be a more difficult choice. There is the “legacy” factor with the explorer, which isn’t really all that important IMO, but I do like Mercedes hands. What I like about the OP 3-6-9 is the beautiful domed bezel and colored dial. I think it gives the watch more character. You’d also get lumed numerals if that matters to you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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The BB36 has a better depth rating than the two Rolex (150m vs 100m), if that matters to you. (I mention this as you're replacing a dive watch.)
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I never said that OP is not a legacy watch. I just recommended Explorer. We seek different watches through our lives, most of us have more than one and end up flipping or expanding our collections... |
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If you already have a black watch skip the explorer and get an OP. It's a great watch for the money
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Any advice on why OP36 is much better than BB36? Thanks
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explorer!
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Explorer!!!!
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