destrodan
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I went with the 214270 mk2
Oct 16, 2020,18:11 PM
The matte dial is major plus that helps with legibility, the proportions are spot-on, and the hands also have the correct proportions now. Before the 214270 came out, I was keeping with the older models (e.g. 14060M, 16600, 16710) as I didn't much care for the wider lugs on the sports line of recent years. That said, the newer bracelet is a work of art compared with the older models, balancing the head of the watch and making the watch sit comfortably on the wrist. The 214270 is also an understated watch (compared with other sports models with timing/GMT bezels), which means that 39mm wears very well dressed up or down (i.e. doesn't appear as large).
The 114270 is no slouch either though so it's all about what you're looking for. The two points that tip the scale for me toward the 214270 is the matte dial and greater comfort due to the updated bracelet. And for my larger wrist, the 214270 fits better, but that's dependent on the size of each person's wrist.
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Looks perfect on your wrist
By: JackMcLaessig : October 16th, 2020-13:18
I was always a bit sceptical about the different proportions of the 214270 but i must admit i have never tried one on and it looks great on this pic.
Thanks a lot for your thoughts.
By: JackMcLaessig : October 16th, 2020-13:16
I have been looking for a 36mm for a few months and its not easy to get hands on a piece in good condition. I have never worn the 39mm explorer but from a technical point of view it is the better watch. Both have pros and cons..
I went with the 214270 mk2
By: destrodan : October 16th, 2020-18:11
The matte dial is major plus that helps with legibility, the proportions are spot-on, and the hands also have the correct proportions now. Before the 214270 came out, I was keeping with the older models (e.g. 14060M, 16600, 16710) as I didn't much care fo...