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Onequik135i · 15 August 2018, 11:39 PM

Good choice.

Watchdaytona · 16 August 2018, 12:47 AM

#3 for me.

TheRtHonA · 16 August 2018, 02:33 AM

#3 for me.

I recently purchased a new old stock version of the watch from a dealer for €6000 (got a slight discount so the price isn’t so bad).

Wonderful watch and it looks amazing when worn casually

Gaijin · 16 August 2018, 08:09 AM

3 for me as well.

rl96701 · 16 August 2018, 12:43 PM

Two watches with 3186

Random on left with thin marker dial

VS

M serial on right

$1175 difference......

What to do?

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importstunna · 16 August 2018, 10:37 PM

Wow I didn't know there was a thin marker dial. It'll likely be worth more in the future due to its rarity. However, I prefer the one on the right with the darker markers. I think darker markers gives it more contrast and looks better.

I own a 3186 exactly like the one on the right, you won't regret it!

rolexinfl · 16 August 2018, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rl96701

Two watches with 3186

Random on left with thin marker dial

VS

M serial on right

$1175 difference......

What to do?

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If you've narrowed it down to these, then go with whichever is cheaper at this point

Both have engraving, both have 3186, and both have SEL. Granted both are in same condition...go for the one thats $1175 less...

Normunds · 16 August 2018, 11:40 PM

Right one. Thin markers does nothing to me.

Colin10101 · 16 August 2018, 11:48 PM

What is a thin marker dial?

Onequik135i · 17 August 2018, 12:10 AM

Wasn’t even aware the Polar had a thinner marker dial version, if you look closely at the Lume circles Colin you will notice the thinner black paint lined circles vs the thicker circles version on the right side.

Colin10101 · 17 August 2018, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Onequik135i

Wasn’t even aware the Polar had a thinner marker dial version, if you look closely at the Lume circles Colin you will notice the thinner black paint lined circles vs the thicker circles version on the right side.

Thank you, I’d never heard of or noticed that dial variant before.

fskywalker · 17 August 2018, 02:57 AM

#2

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rl96701 · 17 August 2018, 09:26 AM

Here are better photos of the “Thin Marker” variant. It honestly looks great in person almost a maxi dial effect? The lume marker seem flat compared to the normal.

https://www.chrono24.com/en/rolex/ex...US&SETCURR=USD

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onthedial · 17 August 2018, 09:51 AM

@rl96701
If you're actually considering the 214270 MK2 Explorer I would opt for this one.
No contest.
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mineral · 17 August 2018, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rl96701

Here are better photos of the “Thin Marker” variant. It honestly looks great in person almost a maxi dial effect? The lume marker seem flat compared to the normal.

https://www.chrono24.com/en/rolex/ex...US&SETCURR=USD

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I agree that the thin marker look nicer with bigger lume.

Here is my random serial polar 3186 movement and you can see the thinner marker. This is great watch and I will strongly recommend this watch if you consider to add the explorer in collection.

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stil · 17 August 2018, 09:45 PM

Not sure I’m digging the “thinner marker” version. Just looks off and not as crisp.

Not to throw a complete wrench in your plan but I bought a no-holes case exp ii polar from the for sale section a couple years ago in the very low $4k range..

No box/ papers but who cares. Just paying extra for those. Can’t wear them.

bmrisko · 18 August 2018, 07:57 AM

At this point in time, I'd only buy a 5-digit with papers...also, not a fan of the thinner markers on the 16570. IMHO, I wouldn't get too hung up on the 3186 movement...the 3185 is a proven workhorse.

15 August 2018, 11:39 PM	#31
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16 August 2018, 11:48 PM	#39
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17 August 2018, 12:10 AM	#40
Onequik135i "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,574	Wasn’t even aware the Polar had a thinner marker dial version, if you look closely at the Lume circles Colin you will notice the thinner black paint lined circles vs the thicker circles version on the right side. __________________ 16750 / 116610LV / 116613LB / Ed White 321 / PAM111 / PAM170

17 August 2018, 02:57 AM	#42
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16 August 2018, 12:47 AM	#32
Watchdaytona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: London/NY Posts: 275	#3 for me.

16 August 2018, 02:33 AM	#33
TheRtHonA "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: London Posts: 111	#3 for me. I recently purchased a new old stock version of the watch from a dealer for €6000 (got a slight discount so the price isn’t so bad). Wonderful watch and it looks amazing when worn casually

16 August 2018, 08:09 AM	#34
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	3 for me as well.

16 August 2018, 12:43 PM	#35
rl96701 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 141	Two watches with 3186 Random on left with thin marker dial VS M serial on right $1175 difference...... What to do? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 August 2018, 10:37 PM	#36
importstunna "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: World Watch: BLNR Posts: 855	Wow I didn't know there was a thin marker dial. It'll likely be worth more in the future due to its rarity. However, I prefer the one on the right with the darker markers. I think darker markers gives it more contrast and looks better. I own a 3186 exactly like the one on the right, you won't regret it!

16 August 2018, 11:40 PM	#38
Normunds "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Moon Posts: 125	Right one. Thin markers does nothing to me.

17 August 2018, 09:26 AM	#43
rl96701 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 141	Here are better photos of the “Thin Marker” variant. It honestly looks great in person almost a maxi dial effect? The lume marker seem flat compared to the normal. https://www.chrono24.com/en/rolex/ex...US&SETCURR=USD Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 August 2018, 09:51 AM	#44
onthedial "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Los Angeles Watch: IG @onthedial Posts: 587	@rl96701 If you're actually considering the 214270 MK2 Explorer I would opt for this one. No contest. ________________ Instagram: @onthedial

17 August 2018, 09:45 PM	#46
stil Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: not stil Location: USA Watch: Rolex n Omega Posts: 1,327	Not sure I’m digging the “thinner marker” version. Just looks off and not as crisp. Not to throw a complete wrench in your plan but I bought a no-holes case exp ii polar from the for sale section a couple years ago in the very low $4k range.. No box/ papers but who cares. Just paying extra for those. Can’t wear them.

18 August 2018, 07:57 AM	#47
bmrisko "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: TN Valley Watch: Too many... Posts: 490	At this point in time, I'd only buy a 5-digit with papers...also, not a fan of the thinner markers on the 16570. IMHO, I wouldn't get too hung up on the 3186 movement...the 3185 is a proven workhorse.

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