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BrummyJames · 24 January 2017, 05:07 AM

I am in the process of flipping my Polar in order to finance the purchase of a 372.

Am I mad?

The 372 has been on my radar for years and I think I'm finally st the stage where I need to scratch that itch.

Oh and I will pocket £500.

beshannon · 24 January 2017, 05:08 AM

You should get what you want.

I would not sell a Polar Explorer for much of anything including Panerai.

mjclark32 · 24 January 2017, 05:09 AM

Have you tried one on? They're pretty different pieces...

TheVTCGuy · 24 January 2017, 05:11 AM

Yes, I think you're mad, but then again, I'm a little biased. And, as someone said, it is YOUR watch, get what YOU want.

Auto16610 · 24 January 2017, 05:13 AM

No offence ro the Explorer but I personally like the 372. Especially if you own other Rolex's.

beer · 24 January 2017, 05:18 AM

why not both are great watches and you can always swap back again (or just add the exp2 again) later on...

Gerardus · 24 January 2017, 05:21 AM

Nope, Not even in 372 days.

ian.thomas · 24 January 2017, 05:25 AM

I think you should do it......................but you'll be back.

I went full-Panerai* back in '02, which lasted until '05/'06 when I came back to Rolex.

IMO, my PAMs were great, but I couldn't keep cheering for company that treated its customers like crap. Hopefully things have changed in the past 10+ years.

But really, get what makes you happy!

*I'm eagerly awaiting for the first, "You never go full Panerai" comment. :)

Psmith · 24 January 2017, 05:26 AM

Sounds like a fait accompli

And why not... the 372 is a great watch, so if this is what you want then congrats & enjoy

The Exp II will not be hard to get in the future, should you want one again

Marcus09 · 24 January 2017, 05:29 AM

I would never sell my watches and especially if it's a Rolex. You never know what would its history bring in the future.
You want a new watch, just get it. Don't trade.

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forgedblades · 24 January 2017, 06:51 AM

[QUOTE=Marcus09;7310715]I would never sell my watches and especially if it's a Rolex. You never know what would its history bring in the future.
You want a new watch, just get it. Don't trade.

This is sage advice!

Chadridv · 24 January 2017, 06:55 AM

It kind of depends on what else you have in your collection. If it's a one and only watch I'd say you're mad. But if you had another Rolex, let's say a sub or GMT I would definitely do it.

yjfang · 24 January 2017, 06:58 AM

I have both. Enjoy wearing both. So why not?

Mystro · 24 January 2017, 07:00 AM

I would. Panerai tend to be more rare as oppose to Rolex that are everywhere and conventional looking. If that's where you are in your style and taste in watches, I say go for it. The strap options are amazing and a sickness that constantly keeps the watch fresh. I think Panerai is a very stunning and unique looking watch. You either get what they are all about, or you don't.

Baco Noir · 24 January 2017, 07:11 AM

I have the 42mm polar Exp II and the PAM 422 (same size as the 372), and love them both. The Exp II holds value better and is more versatile. Also, you need a bigger wrist to wear the 422/372. Have you tried on a 372 yet?

BrummyJames · 24 January 2017, 07:42 AM

Thanks for the replies guys.

I have tried on the 372 and I think I can pull it off. I have two watches in my collection at the moment, a BLNR and Explorer ii polar (42mm).

I feel that the 372 and BLNR would make a nice combo.

japenney · 24 January 2017, 07:52 AM

It's your collection. You should do what you feel is best. On the rolex forum most people would prefer to keep the rolex but that does not mean that is the right decision for you. If you are buying the 372 used then you can swap back without too big of a loss when you decide you made the wrong decision in 6 weeks

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holmby · 24 January 2017, 08:59 AM

i swapped my 372 for an explorer (214270, basel 2016) and am very happy for the trade. the explorer is my one and only, because for now, i cannot afford more than one watch in this price category. however, the 372 is a brilliant watch with great attitude, but i realized it could work for me only as a watch #2. so, since you already have the awesome blnr, i would not hesitate to let the polar go :)

breitlings · 24 January 2017, 09:12 AM

I wouldn't.

Coffes4closers · 24 January 2017, 10:04 AM

BLNR and 372 is a killer combo! I'd prefer the 372 over the exp any day.

nauticajoe · 24 January 2017, 10:36 AM

Go for it. If the Polar is not getting wrist time, it's time to move on. Life's too short.

Enjoy!

THEPAM687 · 24 January 2017, 10:38 AM

Dump that explorer get the 372 to go with your blnr

Hairdude1 · 24 January 2017, 11:05 AM

If you really want it go for it

psv · 24 January 2017, 11:06 AM

Whatever makes you happy, but I surely wouldn't.

sea-dweller · 24 January 2017, 11:12 AM

I'd keep the Explorer!

THEPAM687 · 24 January 2017, 11:20 AM

Brummy James yam yau shooood gerrit loike its bustin innit

watchwatcher · 24 January 2017, 11:34 AM

Just make sure it's what you want...if you want to reverse that trade, it will be an expensive flip.

manans25 · 24 January 2017, 11:36 AM

I would keep the explorer!!

Monsta · 24 January 2017, 11:38 AM

Keep exp save for 372

nick c · 24 January 2017, 11:41 AM

I would go for it

24 January 2017, 05:07 AM	#1
BrummyJames "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Birmingham Posts: 94	Selling my Polar Explorer for a Panerai 372 I am in the process of flipping my Polar in order to finance the purchase of a 372. Am I mad? The 372 has been on my radar for years and I think I'm finally st the stage where I need to scratch that itch. Oh and I will pocket £500.

24 January 2017, 05:09 AM	#3
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Have you tried one on? They're pretty different pieces... __________________

24 January 2017, 05:13 AM	#5
Auto16610 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Scott Location: Santa Cruz Watch: RolexOmegaPanerai Posts: 1,182	I would No offence ro the Explorer but I personally like the 372. Especially if you own other Rolex's.

24 January 2017, 05:18 AM	#6
beer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Watch Dealer atm! Watch: all Posts: 2,800	why not both are great watches and you can always swap back again (or just add the exp2 again) later on... __________________

24 January 2017, 05:21 AM	#7
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	Nope, Not even in 372 days. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

24 January 2017, 05:08 AM	#2
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	You should get what you want. I would not sell a Polar Explorer for much of anything including Panerai. __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

24 January 2017, 05:11 AM	#4
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,540	Yes, I think you're mad, but then again, I'm a little biased. And, as someone said, it is YOUR watch, get what YOU want.

24 January 2017, 05:25 AM	#8
ian.thomas 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,365	I think you should do it......................but you'll be back. I went full-Panerai* back in '02, which lasted until '05/'06 when I came back to Rolex. IMO, my PAMs were great, but I couldn't keep cheering for company that treated its customers like crap. Hopefully things have changed in the past 10+ years. But really, get what makes you happy! *I'm eagerly awaiting for the first, "You never go full Panerai" comment. :)

24 January 2017, 05:26 AM	#9
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Sounds like a fait accompli And why not... the 372 is a great watch, so if this is what you want then congrats & enjoy The Exp II will not be hard to get in the future, should you want one again __________________

24 January 2017, 05:29 AM	#10
Marcus09 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Batman Location: Gotham City Posts: 1,184	Selling my Polar Explorer for a Panerai 372 I would never sell my watches and especially if it's a Rolex. You never know what would its history bring in the future. You want a new watch, just get it. Don't trade. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________

24 January 2017, 06:51 AM	#11
forgedblades "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Dave Location: Memphis Watch: 16610LV/CokeGMT II Posts: 396	Listen [QUOTE=Marcus09;7310715]I would never sell my watches and especially if it's a Rolex. You never know what would its history bring in the future. You want a new watch, just get it. Don't trade. This is sage advice!

24 January 2017, 06:55 AM	#12
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	It kind of depends on what else you have in your collection. If it's a one and only watch I'd say you're mad. But if you had another Rolex, let's say a sub or GMT I would definitely do it. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

24 January 2017, 06:58 AM	#13
yjfang "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: JF Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 Posts: 1,426	I have both. Enjoy wearing both. So why not?

24 January 2017, 07:00 AM	#14
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,511	I would. Panerai tend to be more rare as oppose to Rolex that are everywhere and conventional looking. If that's where you are in your style and taste in watches, I say go for it. The strap options are amazing and a sickness that constantly keeps the watch fresh. I think Panerai is a very stunning and unique looking watch. You either get what they are all about, or you don't. __________________

24 January 2017, 07:11 AM	#15
Baco Noir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Roger Location: Colorado Watch: this ya'll Posts: 4,971	I have the 42mm polar Exp II and the PAM 422 (same size as the 372), and love them both. The Exp II holds value better and is more versatile. Also, you need a bigger wrist to wear the 422/372. Have you tried on a 372 yet?

24 January 2017, 07:42 AM	#16
BrummyJames "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Birmingham Posts: 94	Thanks for the replies guys. I have tried on the 372 and I think I can pull it off. I have two watches in my collection at the moment, a BLNR and Explorer ii polar (42mm). I feel that the 372 and BLNR would make a nice combo.

24 January 2017, 07:52 AM	#17
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	It's your collection. You should do what you feel is best. On the rolex forum most people would prefer to keep the rolex but that does not mean that is the right decision for you. If you are buying the 372 used then you can swap back without too big of a loss when you decide you made the wrong decision in 6 weeks .

24 January 2017, 08:59 AM	#18
holmby "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: norway Posts: 7	i swapped my 372 for an explorer (214270, basel 2016) and am very happy for the trade. the explorer is my one and only, because for now, i cannot afford more than one watch in this price category. however, the 372 is a brilliant watch with great attitude, but i realized it could work for me only as a watch #2. so, since you already have the awesome blnr, i would not hesitate to let the polar go :)

24 January 2017, 09:12 AM	#19
breitlings Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bethesda Watch: Apple TV Posts: 5,744	I wouldn't.

24 January 2017, 10:04 AM	#20
Coffes4closers "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: NYC Posts: 326	BLNR and 372 is a killer combo! I'd prefer the 372 over the exp any day.

24 January 2017, 10:36 AM	#21
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Go for it. If the Polar is not getting wrist time, it's time to move on. Life's too short. Enjoy!

24 January 2017, 10:38 AM	#22
THEPAM687 Banned Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: London Posts: 118	Dump that explorer get the 372 to go with your blnr

24 January 2017, 11:05 AM	#23
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	If you really want it go for it __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

24 January 2017, 11:06 AM	#24
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	Whatever makes you happy, but I surely wouldn't.

24 January 2017, 11:12 AM	#25
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I'd keep the Explorer! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

24 January 2017, 11:20 AM	#26
THEPAM687 Banned Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: London Posts: 118	Brummy James yam yau shooood gerrit loike its bustin innit

24 January 2017, 11:34 AM	#27
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Just make sure it's what you want...if you want to reverse that trade, it will be an expensive flip.

24 January 2017, 11:36 AM	#28
manans25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: New York City Posts: 156	I would keep the explorer!!

24 January 2017, 11:38 AM	#29
Monsta "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Sean Location: Alaska Watch: Deep sea black Posts: 227	Keep exp save for 372

24 January 2017, 11:41 AM	#30
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	I would go for it Attached Images

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