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mew · 22 November 2013, 02:52 AM

Should I?

I have been thinking this through for a week but still no firm decision.

I have owned the 14060 twice (tritium and superluminova versions) but flipped them for other pursuits but I have always found myself drawn back to this Submariner.

I know I would be giving up the better bracelet and paraflex 3132 movement in the 214270 Explorer but the proportions of the dial and the tiny crown bothers me a little. The 114060 seems like the best of both worlds but I am still not a fan of the square lugs nor the ceramic bezel.

Talk me in or out of making the move back to the Sub ND.

lipjin · 22 November 2013, 03:18 AM

Not a fan of the 214270 Explorer:) Go for the 14060.

Dr. Robert · 22 November 2013, 03:19 AM

Keep the 14060, save & get the 36mm expl

Cc1966 · 22 November 2013, 03:36 AM

Of the two, 14060 would be my first choice. It's a fine choice...Good luck.

Karbo · 22 November 2013, 03:36 AM

Very tough choice !!
I agree on your 114060 stance, winner is 14060m between thoz 2 subs
Personnaly i have an explorer 1016 and a 5513, next week ill receive a 14060m 2004 and im very excited !
My friend you need both !
Explorer is classier and the sub is a daily wearer
SAAAVE

Karbo · 22 November 2013, 03:37 AM

By 14060m i mean the 2 liners one ! :-)

Jack T · 22 November 2013, 03:57 AM

Wow, that is a tough decision, impossible for me really. I have both, love them both, are keepers in my collection.
The Exp I wears a bit bigger than 39mm, mostly because of the thinner smooth bezel. That Sub is THE Sub, you've got to know that, after two flips!
The Explorer is a bit more versatile, more discreet, as durable as you need, and none of this is as decisive one way or the other as you need. Sorry.

superdog · 22 November 2013, 04:03 AM

Exp 1. Absolutely. No question.

But I am recently loving the 114060.

Take away the bubble and to me, the watch is symmetrically perfect.

I find the 14060 too small.

Karbo · 22 November 2013, 04:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superdog

Exp 1. Absolutely. No question.

But I am recently loving the 114060.

Take away the bubble and to me, the watch is symmetrically perfect.

I find the 14060 too small.

14060 and 114060 same width 40mm
What you mean small ?

superdog · 22 November 2013, 04:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Karbo

14060 and 114060 same width 40mm
What you mean small ?

I mean small. It wears smaller.

I've got a 16710 and it wears significantly smaller.

Duey · 22 November 2013, 05:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superdog

I mean small. It wears smaller.

I've got a 16710 and it wears significantly smaller.

I totally agree. They wear smaller

Rashid.bk · 22 November 2013, 04:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Karbo

14060 and 114060 same width 40mm
What you mean small ?

Might be the same width, but the maxi case, dial, and hands/markers give the 114060 a bigger presence. In comparison the 14060 does look and wear smaller.

You had it twice and still lusting after it.....it's destiny man, get the Sub back. And tiny crowns seem to irk the hell out of me for some reason too, a huge reason why I don't like the Exp 2, they made the watch bigger but left that tiny crown. I know it doesn't matter function wise, but it's the little things....

Karbo · 22 November 2013, 04:41 AM

Maybe the weight too

luvsub · 22 November 2013, 05:34 AM

sub.

kilyung · 22 November 2013, 05:37 AM

Sub

Passionata · 22 November 2013, 05:39 AM

^yes

Best
George

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Gerardus · 22 November 2013, 07:17 AM

Go for the Sub!

ptugolf · 22 November 2013, 08:21 AM

14060m

alanc · 22 November 2013, 08:54 AM

If you've gotten rid of two and still want one, there's your answer. The 14060 is a classic, IMHO. As for the Exp. I, I'd have a tougher time giving up a 114270 than your 214270, since as you point out, the proportions to me are a bit off.

As it stands, no question, do the trade and keep the Sub this time.

polarinda · 22 November 2013, 11:42 AM

Sub

mew · 22 November 2013, 12:33 PM

Thanks guys, I think im pretty much set on the 14060....once again.

Old Expat Beast · 22 November 2013, 01:01 PM

Go for the sub. And get the better-proportioned 36mm Explorer 114270 later if you feel any remorse.

Bangel · 22 November 2013, 01:23 PM

Yeah, I'm another that says go for the sub, especially seeing as you've identified the dial proportions and the crown size on the Explorer as bugbears of yours.

Just try to hang on to it this time!

mew · 22 November 2013, 08:12 PM

Came home with a 4 Liner 14060m. Comfy like an old pair of jeans !

mailman · 22 November 2013, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mew

Came home with a 4 Liner 14060m. Comfy like an old pair of jeans !

Very nice

mfer · 24 November 2013, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mew

Came home with a 4 Liner 14060m. Comfy like an old pair of jeans !

Congrats! Now you got the sub, start saving for that 214270! I should know, got a sub and expy. You need both!!! ;-)

Danwealth · 22 November 2013, 09:11 PM

wear it in good health

Jason71 · 22 November 2013, 10:19 PM

I love that watch and I think it looks great!! Too bad my wife stole mine.

TimeOnMyHands · 23 November 2013, 02:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mew

Should I?

Yes, you should. I would.

eclea · 23 November 2013, 02:25 AM

14060m in every occasion...

22 November 2013, 02:52 AM	#1
mew "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Singapore Posts: 187	214270 for 14060m? Should I? I have been thinking this through for a week but still no firm decision. I have owned the 14060 twice (tritium and superluminova versions) but flipped them for other pursuits but I have always found myself drawn back to this Submariner. I know I would be giving up the better bracelet and paraflex 3132 movement in the 214270 Explorer but the proportions of the dial and the tiny crown bothers me a little. The 114060 seems like the best of both worlds but I am still not a fan of the square lugs nor the ceramic bezel. Talk me in or out of making the move back to the Sub ND.

22 November 2013, 03:18 AM	#2
lipjin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: HK Watch: AP ROC, Nautilus Posts: 1,657	Not a fan of the 214270 Explorer:) Go for the 14060. __________________ "We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right" -Nelson Mandela "It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices" -Dumbledore Instagram: horolj_

22 November 2013, 03:19 AM	#3
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,251	Keep the 14060, save & get the 36mm expl __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

22 November 2013, 03:36 AM	#4
Cc1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Georgia, USA Watch: ing the Sea... Posts: 6,713	Of the two, 14060 would be my first choice. It's a fine choice...Good luck. __________________ "I wish to have no Connection with any Ship that does not Sail fast for I intend to go in harm's way." Captain John Paul Jones, 16 November 1778 "*Curmudgeons* " Favorites: 1665 SD, Sub Date, DSSD, Exp II, Sub LV, GMTIIc

22 November 2013, 03:57 AM	#7
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Wow, that is a tough decision, impossible for me really. I have both, love them both, are keepers in my collection. The Exp I wears a bit bigger than 39mm, mostly because of the thinner smooth bezel. That Sub is THE Sub, you've got to know that, after two flips! The Explorer is a bit more versatile, more discreet, as durable as you need, and none of this is as decisive one way or the other as you need. Sorry. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

22 November 2013, 03:36 AM	#5
Karbo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Paris, France Watch: Dayto/5164 Posts: 1,631	Very tough choice !! I agree on your 114060 stance, winner is 14060m between thoz 2 subs Personnaly i have an explorer 1016 and a 5513, next week ill receive a 14060m 2004 and im very excited ! My friend you need both ! Explorer is classier and the sub is a daily wearer SAAAVE

22 November 2013, 03:37 AM	#6
Karbo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Paris, France Watch: Dayto/5164 Posts: 1,631	By 14060m i mean the 2 liners one ! :-)

22 November 2013, 04:03 AM	#8
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	Exp 1. Absolutely. No question. But I am recently loving the 114060. Take away the bubble and to me, the watch is symmetrically perfect. I find the 14060 too small. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

22 November 2013, 04:41 AM	#13
Karbo "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Paris, France Watch: Dayto/5164 Posts: 1,631	Maybe the weight too

22 November 2013, 05:34 AM	#14
luvsub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SF, south bay Posts: 5,222	sub.

22 November 2013, 05:37 AM	#15
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Sub

22 November 2013, 05:39 AM	#16
Passionata "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: N/A Watch: the girls Posts: 7,095	^yes Best George Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD __________________ Best George "Also remember that feet don't get fat and a watch will always speak volumes." Robert Johnston --------------------- newhttps://youtu.be/EljAF-uddhE new http://youtu.be/ZmpLoO1Q8eQ IG @passionata1

22 November 2013, 07:17 AM	#17
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	Go for the Sub! __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

22 November 2013, 08:21 AM	#18
ptugolf "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Alan Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: SubC Date Posts: 676	14060m

22 November 2013, 08:54 AM	#19
alanc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Alan Location: Connecticut Watch: 114270 16710B Posts: 1,062	If you've gotten rid of two and still want one, there's your answer. The 14060 is a classic, IMHO. As for the Exp. I, I'd have a tougher time giving up a 114270 than your 214270, since as you point out, the proportions to me are a bit off. As it stands, no question, do the trade and keep the Sub this time.

22 November 2013, 11:42 AM	#20
polarinda "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Trav Location: singapore Watch: it Posts: 2,316	Sub

22 November 2013, 12:33 PM	#21
mew "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Singapore Posts: 187	Thanks guys, I think im pretty much set on the 14060....once again.

22 November 2013, 01:01 PM	#22
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,825	Go for the sub. And get the better-proportioned 36mm Explorer 114270 later if you feel any remorse. __________________ _______________________

22 November 2013, 01:23 PM	#23
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	Yeah, I'm another that says go for the sub, especially seeing as you've identified the dial proportions and the crown size on the Explorer as bugbears of yours. Just try to hang on to it this time!

22 November 2013, 08:12 PM	#24
mew "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Singapore Posts: 187	Came home with a 4 Liner 14060m. Comfy like an old pair of jeans !

22 November 2013, 09:11 PM	#27
Danwealth "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: China Posts: 220	wear it in good health

22 November 2013, 10:19 PM	#28
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	I love that watch and I think it looks great!! Too bad my wife stole mine. __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

23 November 2013, 02:25 AM	#30
eclea "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Turkey Posts: 18	14060m in every occasion...

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