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Title: IWC Portuguese Chronograph ref 3714 or Rolex Explorer II 216570?
Post by: lorddog on February 24, 2014, 08:20:06 PM

Hello all sifus

What is everyone's opinion on the above automatic watches ?
Can anyone please advise on above pieces, particularly the movements.

I have own a datejust, sub-c and Pam389
 
Is the any other models I should consider with the budget around 2XK+ (not interested in the second hand market)
Or maybe should I op for those IWC Portuguese/ Potofino hand-wound?

Thanks

Title: Re: IWC Portuguese Chronograph ref 3714 or Rolex Explorer II 216570?
Post by: jason_recliner on February 25, 2014, 06:10:39 AM

Is this a real question?  It's like being at Watchgeeks!

Would you prefer a sporty 3 hander on a bracelet or a dressy chrono on a strap?  There's your answer.

Title: Re: IWC Portuguese Chronograph ref 3714 or Rolex Explorer II 216570?
Post by: lorddog on February 25, 2014, 10:19:20 AM

thanks for reply!
yep! I still prefer the dressy. but burning 2x+k on a eta that's my doubt.

Title: Re: IWC Portuguese Chronograph ref 3714 or Rolex Explorer II 216570?
Post by: theseira on February 25, 2014, 11:01:15 AM

Quote from: lorddog on February 25, 2014, 10:19:20 AM

thanks for reply!
yep! I still prefer the dressy. but burning 2x+k on a eta that's my doubt.

IMO Go explorer II!

Title: Re: IWC Portuguese Chronograph ref 3714 or Rolex Explorer II 216570?
Post by: sidestreaker on February 25, 2014, 11:28:07 AM

I have nothing against the ETA 31 jewel movement (6 more than the standard 7750). Though not in-house, it proves to be reliable and accurate and has served me well so far (even the IWC Grand Complication uses the same base calibre). Overall it is thinner (unlike other in-house IWC calibre) and flexible enough to be a dress watch, though sporty. But the price does made some of us think twice about it.

(http://i691.photobucket.com/albums/vv272/sidestreaker/Timepiece/20140126_215947_zps6dd909ed.jpg) (http://s691.photobucket.com/user/sidestreaker/media/Timepiece/20140126_215947_zps6dd909ed.jpg.html)
thickness comparison with 7 days auto

Having said that, if you can push the budget on the upper end of 20+K, get the 8 days hand-wound ( be it Portuguese or Portofino) For the level of finish and the solid movement, you'll be pleased to wear something that is not as common as an Explorer II.

(http://i691.photobucket.com/albums/vv272/sidestreaker/IMAG4249_zpsf36f9827.jpg) (http://s691.photobucket.com/user/sidestreaker/media/IMAG4249_zpsf36f9827.jpg.html)

Title: Re: IWC Portuguese Chronograph ref 3714 or Rolex Explorer II 216570?
Post by: lorddog on February 25, 2014, 02:04:54 PM

Thanks for all the info guys. uncheck the RE II! will visit the AD to try out and see which pieces sing to me. thank you very much.